Elysse Delia Alvarado, a Senior Associate at CPI’s North America office, is deeply committed to fostering innovation in government and championing the creation of healthier, more equitable, and environmentally just cities. Prior to CPI, she led engagement efforts at The Trust for Public Land, transforming schoolyards into public parks in Dallas, TX. Elysse holds a BA in International Relations from the University of Texas at Austin. In her free time, she loves exploring Texas State parks with her pup and cooking with friends.