Branded as an expert and authority on downtown – through years of relationship building with media and social media influencers and regular speaking engagements on urban issues (i.e. Spur Festival, Art in Bloom, Winter Cycling Conference). A partnership with Brock Corydon School resulted in a design studio on downtown’s future, educating youth about the importance of urbanism for community and economic growth. Founder of city planning initiatives like Urban Brew and Trace the Exchange that solicit feedback and dialogue from the public about Winnipeg’s downtown and inner city.