Alex Rounaghi

Alex Rounaghi is a seasoned professional in public policy and development, currently serving as a Development Associate at City Ventures, LLC since May 2024. Rounaghi has held a concurrent position as a City Council Member for the City of Laguna Beach since February 2021, also chairing the Housing & Human Services Committee. Prior experience includes working as a Development Analyst at Related California and serving as a Senior Policy Advisor and Policy Advisor for the County of Orange, where Rounaghi provided strategic advice on critical issues such as homelessness, housing, and sustainability. Alex's extensive background includes roles as a Policy Analyst at various organizations, including the Orange County Public Defender's Juvenile Division and Dartmouth College, where research supported legislative initiatives. Rounaghi holds a Bachelor's Degree in Government, History, and Public Policy from Dartmouth College and has participated in educational programs at prestigious institutions, including the University of Oxford and UCL.