Teresa Garcia

Teresa Garcia is a Senior Project Manager for Economic Development at the City of Pasadena, involved in special projects and strategic partnerships since January 2023. Prior experience includes serving as a Program Officer at the Local Initiatives Support Corporation, managing staff in 30 urban markets, and working as an Assistant Project Manager at DBI Projects, where Teresa contributed to campus master planning and capital planning reports. At the NYC Department of Small Business Services, Teresa held roles as Senior Program Manager and Program Manager, overseeing commercial revitalization grant programs and façade improvement projects. Previous positions also encompass consultancy at Enterprise Community Partners and an internship focused on recovery and rebuilding initiatives. Teresa holds an Executive Education Certificate from Harvard Kennedy School and advanced degrees in Urban Planning, American Studies, and Art from reputable institutions.