Lowell Afdahl Rice

Lowell Afdahl Rice possesses extensive experience in workforce development and economic initiatives, currently serving as the Manager for the First Source Hiring Program at the SF Office of Economic & Workforce Development since February 2020. Prior roles include Sr. Business Services Specialist at the Mayor's Office of Economic and Workforce Development and Business Services Manager at The Oakland Job Center. Throughout the career, Lowell has focused on job recruitment, training, and retention, successfully organizing job fairs and collaborating with businesses and community organizations to enhance employment resources. Additionally, Lowell held leadership positions at the Oakland Commerce Corp and the Greater Northwest Chicago Development Corp, specializing in industrial development and workforce initiatives. Academic credentials include a Master’s degree in Public Policy Studies from the University of Chicago and a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Kenyon College.