Carson Poole

Carson Poole is a Project Community Relationship Manager at The Walsh Group, currently involved in the Red & Purple Modernization program, focusing on enhancing community awareness and collaboration with stakeholders. Previously, Carson served as a Community Development Specialist at North River Commission, where efforts were directed towards community-economic development and quality of life initiatives in Chicago. Experience also includes project management for nonprofits and governments, specializing in community engagement and organizational development. Carson's academic background includes a Master of Urban Planning and Policy from the University of Illinois Chicago and a BS in Communication and Media Studies from Cornell University. Additional qualifications include a certificate in Urban Garden Design from the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.