Akil Patterson

Akil Patterson is an experienced professional in social equity, economic development, and advocacy, currently serving as the Social Equity & Economic Development Project Manager at Prosper Portland since May 2023. Patterson also holds a position at the City of Portland as the Social Equity and Education Development Director in the Cannabis Division, where over $5 million has been allocated back to impacted communities. Previous roles include serving as the Director of Network Operations at Gokhshtein Media, President of Community Advocacy Consultants, and Deputy Director at Sugar Free Kids Maryland. Patterson's background also includes community outreach in sports and wellness, youth development, and therapeutic recreation, augmented by an extensive educational foundation in law and government.