Amy Kohnstamm is a highly experienced Community Relations and Public Policy Strategist with over 20 years of expertise in fundraising and development, including capital and political campaigns. With a B.A. in Anthropology and Political Science from Macalester College, she has built a successful career in managing stakeholders and projects that impact the community, the city, and public education systems.

Amy's expertise in policy analysis, building consensus, and clear communication between groups has resulted in effective collaboration and community benefit. As a Volunteer Elected School Board Member at Portland Public Schools, she has been committed to improving education in the area. Her contributions as the Co-Chair of Portlanders for Safe and Healthy Schools Bond Campaign have been instrumental in the successful passage of multiple bonds to support school infrastructure.

With her extensive knowledge and experience in community relations, Amy has previously served as the former Senior Community Relations Officer at Mercy Corps and the former Project Manager of Community Relations at TriMet, where she oversaw projects like the Airport MAX, Westside Light Rail, and PSU Urban Center Project.

In addition to her professional experience, she has also been a Freelance Writer at Portland Business Journal. Amy's commitment to community service and public policy has been recognized and appreciated by all those who have worked with her.