Broad Community Connections

As a city planning student at MIT, Dasjon Jordan, SM ’19, served on the boards of the Department of Urban Studies and Planning Student Council and the Students of Color Committee. He wanted to complete an Action Learning project before he graduated, but his packed schedule of classes and activities didn’t allow it. Flash forward, and Jordan finally got his chance—as a USA Lab host https://lnkd.in/eMPyX8fv (Leigh Hafrey, Ceasar McDowell, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MIT Sloan School of Management Admissions, MIT Sloan CDO)

This summer, I had the privilege of interning with the LSU Coastal Ecosystem Design Studio, made possible by the support of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Engineering With Nature® (EWN®). It was a privilege to be among the 21 students selected from across the country, each bringing a unique perspective to the program. My team's focus was on "ecosystem design for the N. Broad corridor and surrounding neighbourhoods, utilizing urban green infrastructure to address stormwater challenges in New Orleans. This opportunity allowed us to explore various innovative green solutions to stormwater challenges, with an emphasis on the Broad area of New Orleans reducing the urban heat island effect and increasing enegy efficiency We had the chance to visit and collaborate with esteemed professionals and institutions, like the Greater New Orleans Foundation and Waggonner & Ball Architects. Working alongside FUAD HASAN, Justin Harris, Willow Cook, and Madison Megrath was a valuable learning experience, and I greatly benefited from the diverse expertise each person brought to the table. I am deeply grateful to Traci Birch, PhD, AICP, the Associate Director of the program, and our group advisor, Sergio H. Padilla, for their guidance. I also extend my thanks to our partners, Broad Community Connections, and Dasjon Jordan, for their essential input. I am particularly thankful to jonathan hird P.E. for his insightful critique and encouragement, and to Kimberly Elman Zarecor for her support. This experience has been truly invaluable and will undoubtedly impact my future endeavours.

We'd like to express our sincere appreciation for the recent office visit from Anthony Bridges, Kiva Reynolds, MBA, and Dale St. John III, MBA! Your interest in our work along the Broad Street corridor is truly encouraging. BCC is excited about the partnership we are forging with NOLA Lending Group, a division of Fidelity Bank and Fidelity Bank LA to drive equitable economic development in our community. The points you've highlighted about collaboration - shared resources, diverse perspectives, and broader reach - align perfectly with our approaches community organizing and catalytic investment. We believe that by working together, we can create more impactful and sustainable solutions for local businesses and residents. Let's build more vibrant and equitable Broad Street neighborhoods! #BroadIsBack #SupportSmallBusiness #EconomicDevelopment

OPPORTUNITY: We are looking to hire a Communications Manager with a focus in marketing, storytelling, and/or fund development. If you have 3-5 years working in communications with a diverse group of stakeholders, then you should work with us!

OPPORTUNITY: We are looking to hire a Project Manager. Are you a systems-thinker, detailed-oriented problem solver, and want to support local communities and neighborhoods thrive? If you have 3-5 years managing complex projects with a diverse group of stakeholders, then you should work with us!