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Jake Levitas
Senior Analyst at HR&A // Creating cities where all people thrive
Jake Levitas is a dedicated professional committed to urban development and policy work, aiming to create resilient, inclusive, and prosperous cities. With a decade of experience in local government, community organizing, planning, and design, he has successfully led large-scale initiatives focusing on economic development and urban resilience. Jake is a co-founder of Our City, a nonprofit organization promoting creative civic engagement to enhance cities. His projects have garnered significant recognition and support from various notable organizations. Jake has served in key advisory roles for the San Francisco Planning Department and Mayor's Office of Civic Innovation, contributing to innovative technology projects and policies for public spaces. He currently serves on the City of Raleigh Appearance Commission, advocating for design's importance in urban spaces. Jake's educational background includes dual Master's degrees in Public Administration and City Planning. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies and Economics.
