Irene Woodward

Irene Woodward has a diverse work experience in the field of community and economic development. Irene has held various roles in different organizations, including the City of Rochester, MN, where they currently serve as the Community Development Director. Prior to that, Irene worked as the Director of Planning and Zoning at the City of Allentown from 2019 to 2022. Irene also worked as an Associate at Triad Associates from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, Irene has experience as the President and Co-founder of Woodward Rusnock Consulting, LLC from 2014 to 2017. Irene began their career at the City of Bethlehem in 2005, initially as a Housing and Community Development Planner and later as the Community and Economic Development Program Coordinator. Overall, Irene Woodward has a strong background in community development and planning, with a focus on facilitating positive change in urban areas.

Irene Woodward holds a Master's degree in City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning from the University of Pennsylvania, which they obtained between the years 2003 and 2005. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Art History from Ithaca College during the period of 1999 to 2003. In terms of additional certifications, Irene has been recognized as an AICP Certified professional by the American Institute of Certified Planners in February 2010. It is also mentioned that they have an AICP certification from the American Planning Association, although specific details such as the month and year of obtaining this certification are not provided.