Ed Sivak

Ed Sivak serves as the Executive Vice President, Chief Policy & Communications Officer at Hope Enterprise Corporation since July 2001, where responsibilities include shaping HOPE's public policy research and advocacy while managing communications with various stakeholders. Recognized as an expert through 450 media citations, Ed has provided expert testimony to key financial and legislative bodies. Ed founded the Mississippi Economic Policy Center and has managed various programs and initiatives aimed at economic development and support for underserved communities. Ed's academic credentials include a PhD in Public Policy & Administration from Jackson State University, a Master's degree in Public Policy from Georgetown University, and a Bachelor of Arts in History and English from Marquette University.