Center for Neighborhood Technology
Jacky Grimshaw is currently the Vice President for Government Affairs at the Center for Neighborhood Technology since February 1993. Prior to this, they held the position of Deputy Treasurer at the City of Chicago from 1990 to 1993. Before that, they were the Talk Show Host for Equal Time at WBEZ, NPR Affiliate from 1988 to 1990. From 1984 to November 1987, they served as the Director of the Mayor's Office of Intergovernmental Affairs at the City of Chicago. Jacky Grimshaw holds a BS in Biology and Chemistry from Marquette University, and a degree in Public Policy from Governor's State University.
Center for Neighborhood Technology
CNT is a nonprofit organization, headquartered in Chicago, that helps cities use resources more efficiently and equitably. We research, invent, and test urban strategies that integrate economic development, environmental sustainability, and technology, with a focus on low-income communities and communities of color. For four decades, we have been known for our advanced analytics, thorough community engagement, and innovative ideas to help communities solve their present and future challenges. Our work is not just about making cities more efficient; it is about finding solutions that benefit all people. We have collaborated on urban sustainability work all over the country, and our current priorities include water infrastructure, equitable transportation-oriented development (eTOD), and climate resilience. Our projects, such as the Great Lakes Water Infrastructure Project, show that urban efficiency, poverty reduction, and sustainability can go hand in hand.