Katie O'Connor

Katie O'Connor, AICP, serves as the Community Research Manager at the Partnership for Inclusive Innovation, Georgia Institute of Technology, since January 2023. Prior to this role, Katie O'Connor had an extensive career at the City of Woodstock, Georgia, from June 2010 to February 2023, advancing through various titles including Deputy Director of Community Development and Senior City Planner. Responsibilities included implementing efficiencies in the department, overseeing long-range and current planning, managing sustainable initiatives, and supervising the planning team. Additionally, Katie O'Connor's background includes experience as a paralegal and research assistant. Educational qualifications encompass a Master of Arts in Design for Sustainability and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sculpture from Savannah College of Art and Design, along with certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners.