Principal Planner

Abbie Emison

Abbie Emison is an accomplished urban and economic development planner with over 15 years of experience specializing in redevelopment, sustainable revitalization, and innovative redevelopment practices. She has a proven track record in transforming communities through managing complex real estate transactions, developing strategic economic development plans, and leading the redevelopment of properties across the United States. Her work spans the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, where she has successfully facilitated partnerships and driven projects that incorporate green infrastructure and sustainable development techniques.

Abbie is also a recognized expert in deploying economic analysis tools to guide both development and redevelopment projects. In addition to her extensive project management expertise, she is skilled in running workshops, facilitating small-group discussions, and working collaboratively with stakeholders to develop actionable plans.

Abbie holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science from Wellesley College and a Master’s Degree in City Planning from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.