New York, NY The Bronx Prosperity Plan HR&A advised the Bronx Chamber of Commerce to facilitate a collaborative economic development strategy among 15 major Bronx employers and institutions. Our work resulted in the Bronx Prosperity Plan — a comprehensive framework focused on talent development, strategic marketing, and targeted investments that established concrete pathways to enhance economic opportunity and prosperity across the borough.

Dallas, Texas Dallas Economic Development Policy HR&A worked with the City of Dallas to develop and implement a groundbreaking Economic Development Policy that prioritizes equitable investment in Southern Dallas and communities of color historically excluded from opportunity. Through comprehensive strategic support, our work is helping turn the City’s bold vision into measurable outcomes—restructuring incentives, aligning City departments, and building a foundation for inclusive, long-term economic growth.

New York, NY Comprehensive Workforce Development Strategy for New York State Since 2022, HR&A has supported New York State's Empire State Development to design and implement a comprehensive workforce strategy for the newly established Office of Strategic Workforce Development. The office’s core focus is to establish strategic priorities for job training aligned with industry needs and to fund new programs – through a $150 million grant program – that connect un- and underemployed New Yorkers especially from historically marginalized communities to in-demand, high-quality jobs in priority industries. Ultimately, this internal and external-facing effort seeks to strengthen New York’s economic competitiveness and expand economic opportunity and mobility for all New Yorkers.

Project Location State of Texas Digital Opportunity Plan HR&A collaborated with the Texas Broadband Development Office (BDO) to develop the State’s first ever comprehensive statewide Digital Opportunity Plan, establishing their roadmap to universal broadband availability, affordability, and adoption.

Houston, TX Buffalo Bayou East Sector Implementation Support HR&A worked with Buffalo Bayou Partnership to develop a comprehensive investment framework and master plan for Buffalo Bayou East, a 260-acre waterfront transformation extending Houston's celebrated greenway network four miles east of Downtown. Our strategic planning work created the foundation for securing a historic $100 million catalyst gift from the Kinder Foundation, which will leverage an additional $210 million in public and philanthropic funding to support the first decade of development and operations.

Pleasantville, New York Ten-Year Strategy for Con Edison’s Energy Efficiency Programs for Low-Income Homes HR&A developed a comprehensive strategy enabling Con Edison to significantly scale its energy efficiency investments in low- and moderate-income (LMI) multifamily housing across New York City and Westchester County. Our work delivered both immediate tactical tools to meet near-term targets and a 10-year strategic plan that positions Con Edison to achieve climate goals while directing benefits to underserved communities.

Project Location Creatives Rebuild New York Policy Playbook HR&A Advisors partnered with Creatives Rebuild New York (CRNY) to strengthen the economic security and long-term sustainability of New York’s creative workforce. Through policy analysis, strategic advising, and institutional design, HR&A helped CRNY shape a statewide advocacy agenda aimed at advancing equitable conditions for artists and cultural workers. The engagement culminated in the creation of a Policy Playbook and an Organizational Blueprint to guide long-term action and investment.

Cleveland, Ohio Governance Model for the Transformation of the Cleveland North Coast Lakefront HR&A advised the Greater Cleveland Partnership on governance strategies for the Cleveland North Coast Lakefront transformation, a complex waterfront redevelopment along Lake Erie. Our stakeholder facilitation and case study analysis resulted in recommendations for a new independent entity dedicated to lakefront redevelopment — balancing city leadership with organizational flexibility. A new non-profit entity, the North Coast Waterfront Development Corporation (NCWDC), was formed based on our recommendations, which now supports the City's ongoing master planning efforts and will carry the momentum through multiple political cycles.

Project Location Mixed-Use District Planning for Professional Sports Team HR&A conducted comprehensive market feasibility and economic impact analyses for the Chicago Bears Football Club as they have sought to build a new stadium in Chicagoland, with a specific focus on building a mixed-use district anchored by a new stadium on a 326-acre site in Arlington Heights. Our assessment provided critical data that informed stakeholder outreach to local and State government officials, supporting the team's predevelopment planning and regulatory approval processes.

San Diego, California San Diego Association of Governments Regional Value Capture HR&A evaluated land value capture mechanisms for the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG), delivering a comprehensive implementation strategy and dynamic assessment tool to generate sustainable revenue for SANDAG's Regional Infrastructure Plan. Our work included financial modeling for two priority transit projects and produced an actionable roadmap that helps SANDAG and local partner agencies leverage value capture opportunities to fund critical infrastructure while supporting increased housing supply throughout the region.

Northside, Houston, TX Harris County Judge Transition (TX) At 27, County Judge Lina Hidalgo made history as the youngest and first Latina to lead Harris County, Texas—home to 4.7 million residents. HR&A supported her groundbreaking transition by building her leadership team, establishing policy frameworks, and launching Talking Transition, which engaged over 11,000 residents in defining priorities for her first 100 days.

Project Location Transit-Oriented Development Funding and Financing Strategy for the State of Hawaiʻi HR&A developed a comprehensive funding and financing strategy for infrastructure to enable transit-oriented development (TOD) across Hawaiʻi with the goal of helping address the state's critical housing crisis. Working with the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, we identified viable value capture tools, calculated infrastructure costs across four pilot areas, and created policy recommendations to make transit-oriented development more financially feasible statewide. Our work also supported a successful $6.6 million Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing (PRO) grant application.

Project Location Defining NYC’s Tech Ecosystem to Guide Public and Private Investment HR&A conducted a comprehensive update of the New York City Tech Ecosystem Study for ABNY, Tech:NYC, and Google, delivering influential analysis that shaped policy discussions on tech workforce development and economic growth. Our research revealed significant sector expansion to 7% of the 4.27 million people working in New York City in 2021, as well as critical challenges in diversity and talent retention. Our findings and recommendations for addressing representation gaps were featured in The New York Times and The City.

Project Location Konza Technopolis Implementation Plan HR&A created the business plan and implementation strategy for Konza Technology City (Konza Technopolis), a 5,000-acre innovation hub outside Nairobi that is transforming Kenya's technology sector. Working with the International Finance Corporation for the Government of Kenya, we established the Konza Technopolis Development Authority, structured the city's development framework, that continues provide real estate advisory services that are attracting investment to this catalyst for national growth.

Seattle, Washington Pike Place Market Master Plan HR&A led a multidisciplinary team to develop a comprehensive Master Plan for Seattle's iconic Pike Place Market, addressing financial sustainability, declining farmer presence, and shifting visitor demographics. Working with the Pike Place Market Preservation & Development Authority, we delivered a strategic roadmap to revitalize the Market by embracing Pacific Northwest "Food Life" and reconnecting with local audiences.

Project Location Vanderbilt University Innovation Ecosystem HR&A has guided Vanderbilt University since 2023 in its efforts to catalyze Nashville's innovation economy. Through real estate strategy, market and feasibility analysis, developer partnership selection, and project management support, we are helping Vanderbilt to transform approximately 40 acres of underutilized campus land into a dynamic mixed-use neighborhood with cutting-edge spaces for innovation. In addition, we supported the creation of the Nashville Innovation Alliance to strengthen cross-sector partnerships, accelerate research commercialization, and grow talent pipelines to cement the region’s role as a national hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.

Project Location Vanderbilt University Innovation Ecosystem & Cluster Analysis HR&A conducted a comprehensive industry and workforce analysis of the Nashville area for Vanderbilt University to inform investments in innovation initiatives across Nashville. Our data analysis identified high-potential growth sectors and existing regional assets in terms of their ability to generate innovation and provide high-paying jobs. This work informed physical planning efforts for the future Anchor Park Innovation District and Vanderbilt’s contributions to Nashville Innovation Alliance.

Project Location Vanderbilt University Anchor Park Innovation District Development Advisor HR&A advised Vanderbilt University in developing a plan to transform 40 acres of underutilized campus land into an innovation district that will catalyze Nashville's innovation ecosystem and support research needs. We supported the university to develop a vision and land use program for a dynamic mixed-use neighborhood that strengthens both academic excellence and regional economic development. HR&A managed the master planning process and is currently supporting Vanderbilt in selection of a development partner to move the project towards implementation.

Project Location Nashville Innovation Alliance Launch & Development HR&A supported the development, launch, and implementation of the Nashville Innovation Alliance, a groundbreaking public-private partnership that brings together the region's innovation organizations to foster collaboration and build a vibrant, inclusive innovation ecosystem. With the Alliance's successful launch in July 2024, Nashville is positioned to grow its strengths in technology, innovation and entrepreneurship.

Project Location Municipal Grocery Store Feasibility Study for Chicago HR&A was commissioned by the City of Chicago to develop a comprehensive feasibility analysis for municipally owned grocery stores as a solution to the city’s inequitable access to healthy, affordable food. Through market analysis, operational modeling, and risk assessment, the study demonstrated how Chicago could establish a network of stores to address the city’s food deserts.

Los Angeles, California Los Angeles County Community Broadband Networks Partner Solicitation HR&A managed the competitive solicitation process for Los Angeles County's $50 million Community Broadband Networks initiative, developing evaluation criteria and vendor requirements that resulted in a successful partnership providing affordable high-speed internet to over 300,000 households while ensuring quality service and community alignment.

Los Angeles, California Los Angeles County Community Broadband Networks Strategic Plan HR&A collaborated with the Los Angeles County Internal Services Department to develop a comprehensive action plan for community wireless networks that would close the digital divide in underserved neighborhoods. Our strategic analysis of County-controlled properties and targeted site selection created a roadmap to deliver free, high-quality internet service to households in the most impacted communities across Los Angeles County.

New York, NY Uber Rideshare Driver Net Earnings Study HR&A conducted an independent study for Uber Technologies analyzing rideshare driver net earnings in Chicago, Philadelphia, and Portland and benchmarking those earnings against comparable occupations in each market. Our comprehensive analysis revealed that across all three cities, Uber driver net earnings ranged from $21.29 to $23.01 per hour after costs.

Project Location Solicitation & Transaction Management for the Salesforce Transit Center HR&A guided the Transbay Joint Powers Authority through the procurement of a facility management and programming partner for the $2.26 billion Salesforce Transit Center in downtown San Francisco. Our strategic structuring of the public-private partnership and solicitation process led to a successful agreement with an interdisciplinary team led by Lincoln Property Company that met all of the Authority's operational and financial criteria.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Transition for Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato Starting the morning after Sara Innamorato was elected as the first female County Executive in Allegheny County, HR&A provided intensive daily project management and strategic guidance to her transition and helped create an Action Plan to guide her Administration. We delivered the largest community engagement initiative in County history, capturing input from nearly 19,000 residents and translating their priorities into 91 concrete actions released on her 100th day in office.

Clearwater, Florida Imagine Clearwater HR&A led the development of Imagine Clearwater, a transformative master plan with a framework for expanding Clearwater's downtown park into a signature 66-acre destination that rebrands the area, increases visitation, improves connectivity, and catalyzes adjacent residential development. Our work resulted in voter-approved charter modifications and City Council approval, and the detailed design implementation phase is currently underway.

Project Location  NYC Broadband Implementation Plan HR&A led an interdisciplinary team working with the Mayor's Office of the Chief Technology Officer to develop New York City's first Internet Master Plan, addressing the digital divide affecting nearly one-third of city households. Our comprehensive strategy established frameworks for public-private collaboration, governance, and financing that enabled the City to commit $157 million toward expanding affordable broadband access to 600,000 New Yorkers, including innovative procurement approaches that experts have praised as among the nation's boldest universal broadband initiatives.

Project Location Los Angeles County Community Broadband Networks Program Design HR&A transformed digital access for over 400,000 Los Angeles County families by designing and implementing breakthrough solutions that turned the county's digital divide challenge into a national model for affordable broadband. Working closely with the Los Angeles County Internal Services Department across multiple phases, our strategic planning, market analysis, and competitive solicitation process unlocked $56 million in federal funding and forged a groundbreaking public-private partnership that now delivers some of the nation's most affordable high-speed internet to previously underserved communities.

New York, NY Impact Assessment of NYC Local Law 18 on Airbnb Short-Term Rentals HR&A conducted a comprehensive impact analysis for Airbnb, examining the effects of New York City's Local Law 18, which effectively banned most short-term rentals in September 2023. Through pre- and post-enforcement data analysis, HR&A demonstrated that the law significantly reduced short-term rental income for homeowners who relied on Airbnb rentals, reduced the net new economic activity that many Airbnb guests brought to the outer boroughs, and reduced the availability of accommodations for tourists – already in short supply.

Syracuse, New York Central New York Housing Market Study HR&A prepared the Syracuse region to absorb housing demand from Micron's $100 billion chip plant—the largest private investment in New York State history—through comprehensive market analysis across six counties that identified optimal growth areas and recommended strategies ensuring this transformative investment strengthens communities rather than creating displacement.

Houston, Los Angeles, Pittsburgh, St. Louis, Stamford, Winston-Salem HUD Office-to-Residential Conversion Research and Analysis HR&A collaborated with Brookings Metro, Gensler, and Cara Eckholm Studio to develop a comprehensive study on office-to-residential conversions across six U.S. cities for the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This research provides cities with actionable strategies to address housing shortages, repurpose distressed office markets, and revitalize downtowns through data-driven conversion approaches.

New York, NY Skillful Initiative Career Coaching Programs The Skillful Governor's Coaching Corps has supported 157 career coaching professionals across multiple states and inspired more than 20 governors nationwide to pledge implementation of similar programs in their own states. HR&A collaborated with the Markle Foundation's Skillful Initiative to design and launch these workforce development programs in Colorado, Indiana, and Rhode Island, reshaping how employers recruit workers and how public sector, educators, and nonprofit organizations prepare jobseekers.

Project Location Skillful Colorado Governor’s Coaching Corps The Skillful Governor's Coaching Corps has supported nearly 90 career coaches across Colorado through three cohorts, establishing the first-in-the-nation model for investing in frontline professionals who connect jobseekers with careers in growing industries. HR&A developed and launched this program with Governor John Hickenlooper in October 2017, creating a replicable framework that has since inspired more than 20 governors nationwide to pledge implementation of similar initiatives.

Project Location Skillful Indiana Workforce Development Initiative HR&A supported the design and implementation of Skillful Indiana, adapting Colorado's successful model to address the state's workforce challenges. Launched in October 2018, the initiative includes a Governor's Coaching Corps serving cohorts of 35 career coaches who collectively assist 3,500 individuals monthly, and an online Coaching Community of Practice connecting coaches across states for peer learning and resource sharing.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Pittsburgh Just Transition Comprehensive Plan HR&A Advisors is co-leading Pittsburgh's first citywide comprehensive plan, a two-year initiative establishing policies that will guide how the city will grow and change through 2050. Working closely with the Department of City Planning and a team of local and national partners, we are helping Pittsburgh set clear goals for housing, jobs, transportation, land use, and climate resilience.

New York, NY NYC EV Infrastructure Assessment For Hired Vehicles HR&A developed a roadmap for Uber Technologies to help New York City meet Mayor Adam’s Administration’s goal for zero emissions by 2030 for for-hire vehicles through coordinated infrastructure expansion. Our assessment revealed critical charging gaps and produced ten strategic recommendations uniting the City, utilities, charging companies, and mission-driven landowners to ensure equitable driver access.

New York, NY Responsible AI for Education HR&A collaborated with the Schott Foundation to develop community-driven standards for responsible AI implementation in education, creating frameworks and resources that protect BIPOC students from algorithmic bias while ensuring youth, families, and educators have meaningful voice in technology decisions that affect their schools and futures.

Chattanooga, Tennessee Health & Wellness District Strategic Planning in Chattanooga On behalf of River City Company, HR&A led the development of a benefits case and implementation roadmap for a transformative Health & Wellness District along the 3rd & 4th Street Corridor in Chattanooga. HR&A aligned public, private, and institutional partners around a shared vision and positioned the District to drive innovation, job creation, and inclusive economic growth for Chattanooga and the region.

Bab Shar', Egypt Alexandria Urban Resilience HR&A's benefits analysis for climate adaptation investments in Alexandria, Egypt informed the Government of Alexandria's presentation at COP 27 in November 2022. Working with the World Bank City Resilience Program, we evaluated and prioritized planned adaptation projects, estimating capital and operating costs alongside fiscal, economic, social, and environmental benefits to guide strategic climate investment decisions.

Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia Aburra Valley Broadband Plan HR&A provided the Inter-American Development Bank with a comprehensive roadmap for expanding broadband access across Colombia's Aburra Valley. Our pre-feasibility study examined infrastructure, demand, and multi-dimensional feasibility considerations to determine whether a neutral network could deliver socio-economic benefits across this ten-city metropolitan area.

Jersey City, New Jersey Centre Pompidou Jersey City Museum Operating Model and Impact Study The Centre Pompidou is bringing Europe's largest modern art museum to Jersey City's Journal Square, creating a cultural destination poised to attract global visitors while serving local communities. HR&A developed the operating model, budget, and impact assessment for this transformative 2027 opening, guiding strategic decisions that will establish a thriving cultural district.

Indianapolis, Indiana Equitable Downtown Placemaking Strategy HR&A's equitable placemaking strategy is guiding how Indianapolis manages and activates its most prominent public spaces. Our work with the Department of Metropolitan Development (DMD) created programming, financial, and governance frameworks for Monument Circle, Georgia Street, Canal Walk, and Lugar Plaza that advance equity while supporting DMD's oversight of nonprofit management and South Downtown connectivity planning.

Seattle, Washington Seattle Mariners Stadium District Planning The Seattle Mariners are transforming the area surrounding T-Mobile Park into a dynamic stadium district that will activate Seattle's south Downtown year-round. HR&A led a team with Mithun and Nelson Nygaard through a comprehensive master planning process that evaluated property acquisition, tested development scenarios, and delivered an implementable plan now advancing toward construction.

New York, NY Talking Transition New York City For the first time in 12 years, New York City prepared to welcome a new mayor—and HR&A ensured tens of thousands of residents had a voice in shaping the transition. Our Talking Transition initiative for a ten-foundation coalition transformed the traditionally insular period between election and inauguration into broad public engagement, gathering input from nearly 70,000 New Yorkers across all five boroughs.

Realitos, Texas Methodist Healthcare Ministries Broadband Strategic Plan Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas engaged HR&A to launch an innovative digital equity program supporting device distribution, digital skills building, and public benefit adoption across the Lower Rio Grande Valley, Mid-Border Region, San Antonio, and Austin. Our RFP design, evaluation process, and organizational capacity building resulted in $21.7 million committed to 20 organizations over three years, directly impacting more than 100,000 residents.

New York, NY Eastchester Gardens Resident Advisory Services Eastchester Gardens residents faced a pivotal decision about converting their development from public housing to project-based vouchers. HR&A served as Resident Advisors with LISC NY and Public Works Partners, providing technical expertise helping the Resident Review Committee understand complex developer proposals and make an informed decision about the future of their homes.

New York, NY Downtown Revitalization in Staten Island Downtown Staten Island secured $10 million in New York State Downtown Revitalization Initiative funding through HR&A's strategic investment planning. Leading a multidisciplinary team, we developed implementation roadmaps for 10 catalytic projects that will leverage state funding to attract millions in additional investment and advance downtown revitalization.

Colombia Colombia Land Value Capture Study HR&A's work with the World Bank catalyzed Colombia's adoption of Tax Increment Financing as a national urban development tool. Leading a team of local lawyers and planners, our case study research and policy roadmap informed Colombia's National Development Plan 2018-2022 and equipped municipalities with frameworks to capture land value for infrastructure investment.

Kingston, Jamaica Kingston Waterfront Real Estate Market Assessment HR&A's comprehensive market assessment for Kingston's waterfront helped structure a $12 million World Bank loan that will transform 85 acres along Ocean Boulevard with a 1.1-mile multiuse waterfront park. Working with Archer and Associates Consultants for Sustainable Cities on behalf of the World Bank's City Resilience Program, our feasibility analysis and financial modeling positioned this project to improve public space access, foster social cohesion, and attract private investment benefiting over 700,000 residents.

Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Santo Domingo Ciudad Colonial Visioning HR&A facilitated collaboration among Dominican government agencies to reimagine two cultural landmarks in Santo Domingo's Ciudad Colonial. Our work with the Inter-American Development Bank produced vision and implementation roadmaps for the Ruinas de San Francisco and Mercado Modelo, advancing toward construction through procurement support and operational planning.

Project Location Stamford Transportation Center Joint Development

New Haven, Connecticut New Haven Union Station East Lot Redevelopment HR&A, in collaboration with HDR, is supporting the Connecticut Department of Transportation in planning and soliciting a development team for the 1.77-acre East Lot at New Haven Union Station. Our market analysis, financial feasibility studies, and procurement guidance are helping CTDOT structure a competitive process to redevelop this prime site adjacent to a historic station serving over 4 million passengers annually.

New York, NY The National Broadband Resource Hub The Ford Foundation and Schmidt Futures engaged HR&A to develop and launch the National Broadband Resource Hub, supporting government and nonprofit leaders implementing broadband programs during unprecedented federal investment. Our platform provided curated resources, peer networking opportunities, and expert advisory services, fostering collaboration among broadband leaders nationwide before transitioning to long-term management by the Pew Charitable Trusts, the Center on Rural Innovation, and Next Century Cities.

San Francisco, CA San Francisco Health Plan Cultural Competency Assessment Real member experiences are reshaping how San Francisco Health Plan delivers care. HR&A's equity-focused assessment identified systemic barriers through data analysis and community engagement, informing state regulatory reporting while providing actionable insights now guiding targeted improvements in culturally competent care for diverse low-income populations.

Chicago, Illinois Chicago Bears Stadium District Advisory Arlington Heights could host one of Chicagoland's greatest economic engines. HR&A advised the Chicago Bears on transforming a 326-acre site into a state-of-the-art stadium and mixed-use entertainment district, providing economic impact projections, market analysis, and financial feasibility that support the team's approval efforts and stakeholder engagement.

New York, NY Program Design for Economic Opportunity HR&A supported a large public interest foundation in developing a collaborative philanthropic strategy that enables coordinated investment in economic stability and mobility initiatives across US cities. Our strategic framework and presentation materials positioned the foundation to engage philanthropic partners in concentrated efforts to overcome systemic obstacles facing low-wage workers.

New York, NY New York State Downtown Revitalization Initiative Strategic Plans HR&A helped four New York communities leverage $40 million in state Downtown Revitalization Initiative funding to attract $95 million in additional investment and create 1,500 jobs. Our strategic investment plans identified 45 catalytic projects transforming formerly declining downtowns through targeted public investments that sparked private development and community growth.

New York, NY ConnectALL Strategic Advisory and Program Management HR&A serves as lead strategic advisor and program manager to the ConnectALL office of the Empire State Development Corporation, supporting the investment of more than $1.5 billion to close New York's digital divide. Our comprehensive support spans organizational development, stakeholder engagement, data analytics, program design, and federal grant compliance, advancing the mission of universal internet access throughout the state.

New York, NY Development Advisory Services to Major League Soccer HR&A served as development advisor to Major League Soccer (MLS) to establish a new professional soccer stadium in New York City, leading site selection, design planning, and public approval processes. Our comprehensive development strategy enabled MLS to secure its 20th franchise with New York City Football Club, generating a record $100 million franchise fee at the time of the transaction.

Newark, New Jersey Audible Global Center – Investment Strategy HR&A positioned Audible to demonstrate and amplify its economic impact in Newark. Working with the Global Center for Urban Development, we developed evaluation frameworks and conducted economic analysis quantifying Audible's contributions as a major employer in the region's cultural economy while creating strategic tools to guide future community investments.

Fairfax, Virginia Fairfax County Economic Recovery Framework HR&A collaborated with Fairfax County and the Economic Development Authority to develop a comprehensive Economic Recovery Framework that positioned the county for stronger, more inclusive economic growth following the pandemic. Our analysis and community engagement produced strategic recommendations that guided the County's investment in new programs and partnerships designed to strengthen local businesses and create opportunities for all residents.

New York, NY National Black Theatre Site Feasibility Study HR&A helped position the National Black Theatre's home at 2031-2033 Fifth Avenue on Harlem's iconic 125th Street for transformative redevelopment. Our feasibility study, market analysis, and financial modeling enabled the ownership group to envision a repositioned site that preserves this vital cultural institution while capturing development opportunities in Central Harlem's evolving district.

Raleigh, North Carolina Raleigh Historic Resources and Museum Program Strategic Plan HR&A is positioning Raleigh's Historic Resources and Museum Program for its next decade of growth through a strategic plan that will maximize operational efficiency, diversify programming, and strengthen the organization's role in the city's cultural ecosystem. Our community-informed approach will inform HRM's capital and operating priorities within the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources framework.

Camden, New Jersey Penn’s Landing Strategic Planning and Development HR&A positioned Philadelphia to reconnect with its Delaware River waterfront through strategic planning for Penn's Landing spanning over a decade. Our work with the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation advanced from the 2011 Master Plan through developer selection in 2020, resulting in an 11.5-acre park and nearly 2,400 apartments that will transform this 45-acre priority site.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Philadelphia Public Bank Feasibility Study HR&A evaluated whether Philadelphia could establish a public bank to achieve a more just economy in the face of entrenched racial poverty and an $800 million small business lending gap. Our feasibility study for the Philadelphia Public Bank Working Group provided the roadmap for legislation that would make Philadelphia the first US city with a municipal bank prioritizing equity and community wealth-building.

Durham, North Carolina Durham County Farm Campus HR&A conducted a feasibility study to help position a 129-acre site in Durham County to become a hub for agricultural empowerment and food security, guiding site selection and acquisition while developing implementation strategies for a Farm Campus featuring incubator farms, food distribution, production facilities, and healing gardens that will serve BIPOC and marginalized communities.

Seattle, Washington Seattle Municipal Bank Feasibility Study Seattle sought to understand whether establishing a municipally-operated bank could better serve public priorities and vulnerable residents than its existing Wells Fargo contract. HR&A's feasibility study examined whether a municipally-operated bank could achieve these goals, analyzing precedent models, regulatory frameworks, and financial scenarios while recommending implementation pathways and alternative approaches.

Miami, Florida Talking Transition Miami-Dade & Harris County HR&A created an innovative civic engagement model that has reshaped how incoming governments engage residents in Harris County and Miami-Dade County. Talking Transition brings communities into the transition process through surveys, events, and action workshops, with results informing policies and the Mayor's Action Plan in Miami-Dade.

Raleigh, North Carolina State of North Carolina Digital Equity Resource Finder HR&A collaborated with the North Carolina Office of Digital Equity and Literacy (ODEL) to create the NC Resource Finder, consolidating over 1,000 fragmented digital equity resources into a searchable, accessible platform. Our data strategy and stakeholder engagement transformed scattered information into a user-friendly tool that enables digital navigators, librarians, and community organizations to connect North Carolinians with essential internet services and digital literacy resources.

Project Location Connecticut Department of Transportation Joint Development Advisory HR&A is collaborating with HDR to support Connecticut Department of Transportation's joint development projects at New Haven Union Station and Stamford Transportation Center. Our market analysis, financial advisory, and procurement services led to selection of Gilbane as developer for New Haven's historic station serving over 4 million passengers annually, with parallel work advancing at Stamford to position CTDOT to leverage transit assets for economic development.

Coventry, Rhode Island Back to Work RI and Skillful Rhode Island Back to Work RI aims to connect thousands of Rhode Islanders with employment opportunities through a $45 million initiative launched by Governor Gina Raimondo and the Governor's Workforce Board, prioritizing people who lost jobs due to COVID and those facing persistent employment barriers. HR&A supported Skillful to design a Rhode Island version of the Governor's Coaching Corps that will equip career coaches to address degree inflation and implement skills-based recruitment, hiring, and retention practices among participating employers.

New York, NY NYC BigApps HR&A led the comprehensive redesign and management of NYC BigApps for the New York City Economic Development Corporation, transforming the world's largest civic tech competition to address pressing challenges facing New Yorkers. Over two competition rounds in 2014 and 2015, we secured more than $500,000 in sponsorship support, produced 22+ events, managed relationships with 250+ collaborators, and awarded $225,000 in prizes to winning teams creating lasting impact, including Heat Seek and Benefit Kitchen, while establishing a sustainable program model through collaboration with Civic Hall Labs.

Washington, District of Columbia Anacostia Waterfront Framework Plan and Capitol Riverfront Development HR&A coordinated six nationally renowned planning firms to create the Anacostia Waterfront Framework Plan and led planning for the Capitol Riverfront district. Our work established development frameworks that have catalyzed over $8 billion in waterfront investment, including the successful transformation of the 350-acre Capitol Riverfront neighborhood surrounding Washington Navy Yard.

Denver, Colorado Development Management & Public Financing Strategy for Denver’s Broadway Station HR&A advised Broadway Station Partners on market-supportable development planning and public financing strategies for one of Denver's largest transit-oriented development sites, the former Gates Rubber Company plant. Our work directly contributed to the Denver City Council's unanimous approval of a $140 million public infrastructure financing package, including $90 million in tax increment financing—the second largest ever approved in the city—enabling groundbreaking in 2018.

New York, NY Game On! Programming for Water Street in Downtown New York HR&A developed and implemented the Game On! programming initiative for the Alliance for Downtown New York, transforming Lower Manhattan's Water Street Corridor from a staid financial district into an active neighborhood playground. Working with Auster Agency and 3×3 Design, we planned and executed a summer-long series of pop-up installations including mini-golf, beer gardens, and beach installations that attracted visitors aged 25-33 (37% of participants) and achieved 60% brand recognition while supporting local businesses through strategic programming and promotional partnerships.

Sarasota, Florida Sarasota Performing Arts Center Strategic Support HR&A advised the Sarasota Performing Arts Center Foundation on financial strategy for their $275M performing arts center at The Bay waterfront district. Our work delivered actionable funding scenarios, refined operating models, and comprehensive economic impact projections that strengthened the Foundation's case for public investment and philanthropic support.

Jayuya, Puerto Rico La Liga: Supporting Municipal Power in Puerto Rico HR&A played a pivotal role in the launch and development of La Liga, a nonpartisan groundbreaking network uniting mayors across Puerto Rico to drive coordinated, long-term recovery and resilience. Working with the Center for a New Economy, the Ford Foundation, and the Open Society Foundations, HR&A shaped La Liga’s structure, leadership, and strategy—creating a platform for cross-party municipal collaboration in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria.

New York, NY LIRR Third Track: From Economic Study to Construction HR&A conducted a comprehensive economic and fiscal impact study for the Long Island Index analyzing the proposed LIRR Main Line Third Track project, which faced significant local opposition despite its inclusion in the MTA's capital plan. Using complex economic modeling with project modeling from Parsons Brinckerhoff, we demonstrated that the $2 billion transit investment would generate 14,000 new jobs and $5.6 billion in annual economic output by 2035, leading to Governor Cuomo's approval and current project construction.

Dhaka, Bangladesh Public-Private Development Strategy for Dhaka’s Mohakhali Bus Terminal HR&A worked with the World Bank to develop public-private partnership models for transforming the Mohakhali Bus Terminal in central Dhaka into a state-of-the-art mixed-use transportation hub. Through comprehensive market analysis and stakeholder engagement, we created feasible development scenarios and PPP structures that enable private sector investment to fund terminal operations while maximizing the eight-acre site's value, leading to consensus-building efforts between DNCC and municipal leaders for implementation.

New York, NY NYC Speaks HR&A led the design and execution of NYC Speaks, a public-private partnership between the City of New York, a civic coalition of New Yorkers from all 5 boroughs, community-based organizations, and philanthropy, that engaged everyday New Yorkers in shaping the policies and priorities of the incoming mayoral administration. NYC Speaks conducted the largest policy survey in NYC history, capturing responses from more than 62,000 New Yorkers across every residential zip code.

Project Location Ending the foster care to homelessness pipeline in Austin

New York, NY Revitalizing the High Line HR&A Advisors worked with Friends of the High Line and the New York City Department of Planning to demonstrate the economic potential of transforming the abandoned High Line railway into a public park. Through detailed impact analysis and an innovative rezoning strategy, HR&A helped create a world-renowned public space that has generated $52 billion in economic activity and reshaped Manhattan’s West Side.

Atlanta, Georgia Atlanta Commercial to Residential Conversion Study HR&A positioned Central Atlanta Progress (CAP) to advance office and hotel conversions as a strategy for Downtown Atlanta's future. Our feasibility study analyzed market conditions, developed building typologies with Lord Aeck Sargent and Palacio, modeled financial scenarios, and created an evaluation framework identifying conversion opportunities and required subsidies.

New York, NY Defining the Economic Impact of WeWork HR&A conducted the first comprehensive economic and fiscal impact analysis of WeWork communities for the company, quantifying benefits across New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Our analysis demonstrated that WeWork would rank among the largest private-sector employers in these cities, supporting 50,000 jobs with each member creating one additional job elsewhere in their respective city, representing nearly one percent of each city's workforce and establishing WeWork's crucial role in growing innovation economies and entrepreneurial communities.

Houston, TX Menil Collection Neighborhood Preservation and Development HR&A helped the Menil Foundation realize its vision for Houston's "neighborhood of art," guiding campus expansion that added the Drawing Institute and new development across 30 acres in Montrose. Since 2012, our strategic advisory work has balanced institutional growth with preservation of the neighborhood's historic Arts-and-Crafts bungalows and open spaces.

Fort Worth, Texas Fort Worth Parks Strategic Planning HR&A developed an organizational roadmap for the City of Fort Worth's Park and Recreation Department to advance implementation of its 2025 Master Plan and the Mayor's Good Natured Initiative. Our strategic recommendations helped position PARD for leadership transition and informed a successful budget increase of 3.7%, including salary improvements and expanded open space funding.

Project Location Manresa Island Park Master Plan HR&A Advisors developed an operating and funding strategy for Manresa Island Park, a proposed new park and community hub that will transform a 130+-acre brownfield site on the Connecticut coast. HR&A’s work advanced the ambitious vision of owners Austin and Allison McChord to convert the waterfront site, home to a former power plant facility, into a regional recreational, ecological, and cultural hub with commanding views of Long Island Sound.

New York, NY Reimagining Brooklyn’s Waterfront HR&A Advisors guided the Brooklyn Bridge Park Development Corporation through a comprehensive predevelopment planning process that transformed 85 acres of vacant, post-industrial piers into one of New York City's premier waterfront destinations. By creating an innovative self-sustaining funding model and facilitating complex stakeholder engagement, HR&A broke a 20-year implementation stalemate, enabling the award-winning Michael Van Valkenburgh-designed park to move from vision to reality.

Project Location Community and Economic Development Strategy, Tulsa HR&A developed a comprehensive strategy for the City of Tulsa to restructure community and economic development services across seven departments, authorities, and commissions, leading to the creation of the Tulsa Authority for Economic Opportunity (TAEO), known as Partner Tulsa. We then developed a three-year strategic plan for the new independent entity, establishing its mission, operational frameworks, and equity-focused performance metrics to advance racial equity and shared prosperity.

Project Location Empire AI Impact Study HR&A prepared the first comprehensive impact study for Empire AI, demonstrating how New York's state-of-the-art AI compute center is accelerating research and positioning the state as a national leader in responsible AI. Our economic analysis for Friends of Empire AI showed that the Alpha system has already supported more than 130 research projects, helping teams compress months of work into days through shared, world-class supercomputing.

Houston, MN, USA New Hope Housing Strategic Plan HR&A helped New Hope Housing multiply its impact combating homelessness in Houston and Harris County. Our comprehensive strategic plan and implementation support enabled the organization to triple annual project delivery, launch new service lines, and develop GIS-based tools that systematically identify competitive development sites for serving vulnerable populations.

United States Talking Transition HR&A transformed mayoral transitions in New York City and Washington DC from closed-door processes into groundbreaking public engagement reaching nearly 80,000 residents. Our Talking Transition initiatives for foundation coalitions gathered unprecedented input during critical transition periods, revealing resident priorities that shaped incoming administrations under Mayor Bill de Blasio and Mayor Muriel Bowser.

Project Location Plan and Financial Analysis for a Climate Resilient Lower Manhattan The New York City Mayor’s Office of Recovery and Resiliency and the New York City Economic Development Corporation engaged HR&A to develop a strategic plan for Lower Manhattan as part of the Lower Manhattan Coastal Resiliency Project following Superstorm Sandy. Our work led to capital projects with over $1.7 billion in committed funds, as well as the innovative FiDi and Seaport Climate Resilience Plan.

Project Location Ending New York City’s Foster Care to Homelessness Pipeline HR&A is proud to support the Center for Fair Futures’ new report, Housing Justice for Young People Aging out of Foster Care in New York City, which lays out a five-year plan to provide 800 new homes for youth exiting foster care. The findings in this report present an opportunity for policymakers, service providers, and mission-driven investors to come together to prevent homelessness for a uniquely at-risk population.

Project Location South Africa Metro Investments Private Participation As part of an engagement with the World Bank Cities Resilience Program and the National Treasury of South Africa, and in partnership with local public policy consulting firm PDG, HR&A helped seven South African metropolitan governments advance a suite of nine resilient infrastructure and renewable energy projects, including stormwater management, river catchment rehabilitation, energy storage, and waste management.

Project Location HERE to HERE: Supporting Industry-Driven Internship and Apprenticeship Programs HR&A helped HERE to HERE unite approximately 25 major employers to transform workforce development in the Bronx, creating systematic pathways connecting local youth with career opportunities. Our feasibility study, operating plan, and strategic convening led to the launch of CareerWise NYC, an apprenticeship program for high school students, and established frameworks for sustained employer investment in developing the borough's talent pipeline.

Project Location NYC Climate Adaptation Roadmap HR&A supported the New York City Mayor’s Office of Climate and Environmental Justice (MOCEJ) to develop the AdaptNYC initiative, including a Climate Adaptation Roadmap, a led a multi-disciplinary team to summarize and forecast climate impacts to New Yorkers through 2100, including how particular hazards (extreme heat, extreme storms, chronic flooding) will impact people’s health, homes, mobility, economy, culture, and community. The work addressed systemic and institutional racism disproportionately impacting New Yorkers of color.

Project Location Con Edison Building Decarbonization Incentive Strategy and Marketing Since 2020, HR&A has supported Con Edison’s strategy for incentivizing building decarbonization throughout New York City and Westchester County. Leveraging our deep experience in New York City real estate and our quantitative modeling capabilities, we are helping Con Edison achieve the ambitious goals of New York State’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), which commits the State to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 85% by 2050.

Project Location Capital Region ON-RAMP Facility Strategic Plan HR&A is supporting the Center for Economic Growth in developing a strategic plan, operating model, and governance structure for an advanced manufacturing workforce development center in Albany, one of three facilities selected under New York State's $200 million ON-RAMP program. Our comprehensive planning work is positioning CEG to launch a facility connecting Upstate New Yorkers with well-paying jobs in high-growth manufacturing and construction sectors.

Project Location Nationwide Initiative to Accelerate Energy Upgrades for Affordable Housing As part of the Residential Retrofits for Energy Equity (R2E2) partnership, HR&A is providing training and capacity building assistance for awardees of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Buildings Upgrade Prize (Buildings UP). Separate from this work, R2E2 provides technical assistance to state and local governments, community-based organizations, and other entities to jumpstart energy retrofit programs for both single family and multifamily low- to moderate-income housing (“LMI” housing), especially in frontline communities.<br />

Project Location City of Boston Downtown Office Conversion Study HR&A supported the City of Boston’s Planning Department (fka the Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA)) in studying the feasibility of converting vacant downtown offices to residences through subsidies, tax incentives, and expedited permitting, which resulted in the City launching an office conversion pilot program. Since its launch in October 2023, the program has received applications proposing nearly 800 new homes, and in 2024 the City extended the pilot with $15 million in new funding from the State.

Project Location Reimagine Ravenswood: Just Transition Site Reuse Planning in Long Island City The Long Island City northern waterfront currently hosts the Ravenswood Generating Station, the largest fossil fuel plant in New York City, providing over 20% of the City’s local power capacity. After Rise Light & Power committed to transforming it into a renewable energy hub, the Office of the Queens Borough President brought on HR&A to lead “Reimagine Ravenswood,” a community-driven site reuse, neighborhood improvement, and workforce development planning process to guide a just transition to an inclusive clean energy economy in western Queens.

Project Location New York Solar for All Program HR&A supported the Mayor's Office of Climate and Environmental Justice and the Office of the Comptroller to develop Public Solar NYC, the city's first public solar program for low-to-moderate income residents. Our comprehensive feasibility analysis, program design, and grant application support helped secure $250 million in federal funding, establishing a transformative solar program that addresses equity barriers in NYC's clean energy transition.

Houston, TX The Ion Innovation District Master Plan and Development Strategy HR&A served as strategic partner and development advisor to Rice Management Company for The Ion and broader 16-acre Ion District in Houston, overseeing real estate and programmatic development. This comprehensive advisory role has successfully transformed a former Sears building into a thriving innovation hub while laying the groundwork for a 3-5 million square foot mixed-use innovation district that fosters an inclusive tech ecosystem and creates equitable economic opportunities.

New York, NY Chinatown Small Biz Impacts & Recovery Since 2022, HR&A has worked with leaders in Manhattan’s Chinatown neighborhood to support recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, address systemic challenges facing the small business community, and foster a new generation of AAPI entrepreneurs seeking to preserve the cultural identity of Chinatown.

New York, NY Northfield LDC Community Land Trust Strategic Plan HR&A designed a comprehensive strategy for Northfield Community Local Development Corporation to launch Staten Island's first Community Land Trust, creating a locally tailored roadmap that positions the organization to expand affordable homeownership opportunities and strengthen community resilience through a financially viable CLT initiative.

Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania Economic Development and Fiscal Strategy, Wilkinsburg, PA HR&A worked with the Wilkinsburg Community Development Corporation to analyze how population decline was affecting the Borough of Wilkinsburg and develop strategies to attract new development. Our fiscal analysis and recommendations informed critical consolidation discussions between the Borough and the City of Pittsburgh.

Atlanta, Georgia Georgia Tech’s Technology Enterprise Park Feasibility Study, Atlanta, GA HR&A developed a comprehensive strategic plan for Georgia Institute of Technology to strengthen Tech Square's position as a globally competitive innovation district. Through visioning and strategic planning, HR&A delivered recommendations that directly informed the design of a new 420,000 square foot anchor building, established a framework for enhanced district governance, and created a roadmap for leveraging the district's diverse talent pipeline to cement Georgia Tech's role as a global convener of innovators.

New York, NY Con Edison Impact Study On behalf of Consolidated Edison Inc. (Con Edison), HR&A conducted a comprehensive impact assessment of the company's utility subsidiaries, Con Edison Company of New York (CECONY) and Orange and Rockland Utilities (O&R), detailing the economic, fiscal, and social value the company provides to customers, businesses, local communities, and the states of New York and New Jersey.

New York, NY NYCEDC Kips Bay Science District Workforce Taskforce & Vision HR&A developed the Kips Bay Science District Education and Workforce Vision Report for the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), that articulated the vision of the Kips Bay District as the center of New York City’s health and life sciences ecosystems. Leveraging NYCEDC's first-of-its-kind life sciences innovation, career, and education hub, the Science Park and Research Campus (SPARC), would develop the next generation of talent to support this ecosystem and anchor this District.