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Andrew Fitzpatrick
Director of Economic Development, Office of Mayor Ted Wheeler
Andrew Fitzpatrick is the Director of Economic Development in the Office of Mayor Ted Wheeler for the City of Portland, Oregon.1 He has held this position since February 2022.13
In his role, Fitzpatrick advises and supports the Mayor's agenda to drive equitable and inclusive economic growth and opportunity in Portland.1 He brings 15 years of experience in public policy and government affairs, with expertise in areas such as economic development, taxation, business regulation, e-commerce, and international trade.1
Prior to joining the City of Portland, Fitzpatrick's career included:
- Director of Global Public Policy at Walmart (2014-2022)
- Legislative Director in the U.S. House of Representatives (2012-2014)
- Various roles with USAID-funded economic development projects in Afghanistan, Mongolia, and East Timor
Fitzpatrick holds a Master of Public Policy from Harvard Kennedy School, focusing on international affairs and economic development policy, and a B.A. in Government from Colby College.1
His LinkedIn username is rafitzpatrick, as mentioned in the query.2
