Alexander Nelms

Alexander Nelms is a dedicated professional with extensive experience in urban planning and GIS analysis. Currently serving as a Research Assistant at the Wharton Real Estate Center, Alexander collaborates on a National Land Use Regulatory Index project under Professor Susan Wachter. As a Community Development Technologist for the City of Walnut Creek, responsibilities include data and GIS analysis to enhance planning and permitting processes. Additionally, Alexander has contributed as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at both the Wharton School and the University of Pennsylvania Stuart Weitzman School of Design, aiding in instruction across various courses. Former roles also include internships focused on land-use planning and transportation research, along with significant teaching positions in GIS. Alexander holds a Master's in City Planning and a Master of Urban Spatial Analytics from the University of Pennsylvania, along with a BA in Geography, GIS, & City Planning from UC Berkeley.