A nonprofit, nonpartisan "Do tank" that has delivered resources and solutions to 200 localities nationwide
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ALT A photo of Mayor Eileen Higgins of Miami, Florida and the following quote: “The work that Accelerator for America does every day closely aligns with my top priorities as mayor — modernizing infrastructure and mobility, while accelerating housing delivery. By partnering with Accelerator for America, we can move faster and smarter on the projects and initiatives that matter most to our residents. Accelerator is a results-driven organization, and I'm excited and honored to join Mayor Gallego as Co-Chair of the Advisory Council and work alongside local leaders who share the same commitment to delivering impactful outcomes that our communities can see and feel.”
ALT A photo of Mayor Christina Muryn of Findlay, OH, and the following quote: “I'm excited to join Accelerator for America's Advisory Council and connect with mayors across the country who are tackling many of the same challenges we face in Findlay. This is a chance to learn from what's working in other communities and bring fresh ideas home to help our residents.”
ALT A photo of Luke McGowan of Bloomberg Philanthropies, and the following quote: “Bloomberg Philanthropies believes mayors and local leaders are best positioned to solve the challenges facing their communities. Accelerator for America has built a track record of turning that belief into action by connecting cities with the technical expertise, data, and peer networks they need to deliver real results. I’m delighted to join the Advisory Council and support AFA’s work to expand economic opportunity in communities across the country.”
ALT A photo of Rip Rapson of The Kresge Foundation and the following quote: “Expanding opportunity in America's cities requires us to identify the leverage points where public, private, and civic systems can move together. Accelerator for America has built exactly that kind of connective infrastructure in places like St. Louis, Philadelphia, and Riverside into models that more cities can adapt. I'm honored to join AFA’s Advisory Council and eager to support local leaders who are reshaping opportunity and driving lasting change in cities across the country.”
ALT A photo of Mayor Rex Richardson of Long Beach, CA and the following quote: “Mayors are on the front lines of the challenges facing our communities, from building affordable housing to investing in the infrastructure that keeps our cities moving and economies growing. Serving on the Accelerator for America’s Advisory Council gives us the opportunity to bring Long Beach’s experience to the national table while learning from cities across the country about what’s working and how we can deliver better results at home. I’m proud to join local leaders who are turning ideas into action and creating real opportunities for the people we serve.”
ALT A photo of Mayor Matthew Tuerk of Allentown, PA, and the following quote: “Accelerator for America has been a true thought partner for Allentown — from helping us develop the KPIs and evaluation tools behind the Allentown Works initiative, the largest federal grant our city has ever received, to connecting us with other cities working through similar challenges. Whether it's housing, workforce development, or economic and community development, AFA brings additional expertise into the room right when we need it. I'm honored to join the Advisory Council and continue building on that partnership with mayors across the country.”
ALT A photo of Donna Frisby-Greenwood, Senior Vice President, The Pew Charitable Trusts, and the following quote: “The Pew Charitable Trusts and Accelerator for America share a commitment to advancing evidence-based solutions that improve outcomes for people and communities by connecting city leaders, fostering peer learning, and translating promising ideas into concrete action. We are excited to partner with AFA and its national network, and I am honored to join the Advisory Council to help strengthen and expand this important work.”
ALT A photo of Chairman Mike Kelly of Johnson County, KS, and the following quote: “In Johnson County, we've made it a priority to increase access to attainable housing, strengthen infrastructure, and bolster economic opportunity for all. I'm honored to join local leaders nationwide as the first county chief elected official selected for the Accelerator for America Advisory Council, giving me the opportunity to collaborate on tangible, scalable strategies that expand opportunity in communities across the country.”
ALT A photo of Mayor Alyia Gaskins of Alexandria, VA, and the following quote: “I am honored to join the Accelerator for America Advisory Council and look forward to bringing back resources and technical support to accelerate workforce development and economic mobility investments and programs in the City of Alexandria.”
