Robby Alva

Robby Alva is a Community Engagement Associate at Connect the Dots. He graduated with a joint Master’s degree in Urban Studies from the Universities of Brussels, Vienna, Copenhagen and Madrid. Inquisitive and resourceful, he is passionate about centering inclusion and resident perspectives, and is motivated by the desire to learn and understand human behavior to improve quality of life in urban communities.

With a previous bachelor’s in Media, Culture, and Communication from New York University, Robby brings a detail oriented and interdisciplinary skillset with the ability to create compelling content and adapt messaging for multiple audiences across multiple platforms. He has previously worked in the digital marketing and strategic communications sectors, as well as in the international development field within the area of smart cities development. His multicultural background and diverse experiences have molded him into a holistic thinker, and flexible individual that is committed to delivering results and forward thinking change.