My time as a Graduate Fellow at TACC shaped my career. At TACC, I saw firsthand how data can be used to support community planning and drive local economic development. I worked on analyzing large databases to assess public policies and spot opportunities for improving housing initiatives at the neighborhood level. That direct experience helped me understand how cities can use data and technology to make smarter decisions—whether it's optimizing resources, prioritizing investments, or shaping policies that directly impact people's lives. It also solidified my interest in working at the intersection of data, public policy, and urban development. Today, I get to do just that. As a consultant, I help NGOs, governments, and multilateral organizations across Latin America use data-driven strategies to improve city management and boost economic development. My work takes me to different cities every year, supporting local teams in making better, more informed decisions—something I first got to explore during my time at TACC.

I joined TACC in the summer of 2021 while completing my Bachelor of Science in Finance, Business Analytics, and Global Public Health at Boston College. As a Boston native who grew up quite close to TACC's office, I viewed joining TACC as an opportunity to serve my community. Upon graduating from Boston College, I joined Boston Children's Hospital in the Enterprise Project Management Office, where I worked to improve patient care and hospital operations. Currently, I am a Master of Health Services Administration Student at the University of Michigan dedicated to reforming the American healthcare system. My experience at TACC and interaction with the community reaffirmed my pursuit of a career rooted in service and strengthened my commitment to a multi-disciplinary approach to public health.

My internship at TACC was undoubtedly a catalyst in my career in the impact sector, leading up to my work today at Social Finance, where I help foundations and other institutions invest their financial assets in alignment with their mission. My summer at TACC opened my eyes to the breadth of careers that existed in nonprofits outside of direct service and sparked my interest in economic and community development; it also directly led to my first job post-graduation with the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City, a TACC partner! I had formative experiences at TACC attending community meetings and hearing directly from Roxbury residents on their visions for their neighborhood and its development. This shaped my belief in the importance of listening to and co-creating solutions with community, which continues to guide how I approach work with my clients today.