Michelle Castañeda
Administrative Team Manager

Michelle Castañeda provides direct administrative support to the Executive Office while managing the broader operations of the administrative team.

Biography

She brings extensive experience coordinating complex calendars, overseeing travel logistics, and creating detailed itineraries. Michelle has collaborated closely with external stakeholders, supported major projects including work with LA County and All‑In‑Allegheny, and contributed to the Equity Learners Lab core team. She has also managed onboarding scheduling, budget tracking, and ad‑hoc operational needs across the Inclusive Cities Practice and Studio 1. In her leadership role, Michelle develops training initiatives that strengthen the efficiency and confidence of the administrative team, ensuring partners receive exceptional, consistent support.

Previous Roles
  • Executive & Administrative Support – HR&A Partners (Andrea and Judy)

  • Administrative Coordinator – Inclusive Cities Practice & Studio 1

  • Project Support – LA County and All-In-Allegheny Initiatives

  • Core Team Member – Equity Learners Lab

  • Administrative Training Lead – HR&A Administrative Team

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