Ben Margolis is a leader in economic development, strategic planning, and public-private partnerships, with expertise in governance strategies that support long-term community growth and stability. With three decades of experience in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, he has led transformative projects in economic and real estate strategy, downtown revitalization, workforce development, infrastructure, and climate adaptation. Driven by a fascination with the forces that shape the power of place and a firm belief that equitable access to opportunity is essential for thriving communities, he works with clients across the country to tackle complex challenges, build stakeholder alliances, and implement projects that strengthen economic and social resilience. A skilled and experienced facilitator, Ben combines deep knowledge of policy and market dynamics with the ability to bridge perspectives and foster consensus, helping to ensure that strategies are both technically sound and broadly supported. With curiosity, adaptability, and humility, he helps clients connect investment to public benefit and turn big-picture insights into strategies that create tangible, lasting impact.
Ben is the Director of Economic Development