Martha Shickle

Martha Shickle is an experienced executive leader specializing in community development and regional planning. Since December 2015, Martha has served as Executive Director at PlanRVA. Previously, Martha was Executive Director at the NSVRC from May 2011 to December 2015, where oversight included technical assistance and project management for localities. Earlier roles include Director of Development Services at the Northern Shenandoah Valley Regional Commission, managing affordable housing and community development programs, and Neighborhood Revitalization Director for the City of Winchester, where Martha oversaw a significant budget and collaborated with local partners on affordable housing initiatives. Martha holds a Master of Public Administration from George Mason University and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from William & Mary.