Michelle Thompson

Michelle Thompson is a seasoned professional in community planning and development, currently serving as a Senior Community Planning and Development Representative at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development since January 2023. Prior experience includes roles such as Senior Team Lead for the Houston-Harris County Emergency Rental Assistance Program at Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and Operations Management Consultant as an Independent Consultant. Additional positions have included Project Director at ArcSource Group, Inc., Economic Development Associate at the International Economic Development Council, and various roles in service coordination and community programs. Michelle holds a Doctorate in Public Policy and Public Administration from The George Washington University, alongside dual Master's degrees in Business Administration and Social Work from the University of Houston, and a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Baylor University.