Alex Knox

About Alex Knox

Active and ambitious legislative staff specializing in local government and politics…

Experience

1. Executive Director

   Telegraph Business Improvement District

   Mar 2020 — Present · Berkeley, CA, US

   Leadership and Financial Management- Directs a multi-faceted place management organization providing daily services to over 170 retail businesses and representing 180 private and public property owners. Programs and services include: cleaning and hospitality, marketing, maintenance, advocacy, and other essential services and special projects- Oversees all aspects of organizational operations, including office administration, HR, IT, and compliance- Manages an annual budget of with diverse revenue sources including property assessments, public grants, and program fees- Negotiates and manages multiple contracts with public and private entities.Economic and Community Development- Spearheads placemaking and economic development strategies, improving district vitality and commercial occupancy rates- Supervises Marketing & Events staff responsible for large public fairs, celebrations, and place-based brand strategy- Collaborates with city officials on economic and land-use policies to facilitate business retention and attraction, and increased housing density and production- Advocates for and supports approval of major projects and mixed-use housing developments.Policy Development, Advocacy, and Government Relations- Leads advocacy efforts in local policy discussions and through direct engagement with elected officials, interest groups, and local agency staff- Cultivates and leverages strong working relationships with city departments, UC Berkeley administration, and district stakeholders to advance program objectives- Coordinates complex multi-stakeholder projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals- Represents the district in local business community forums and national networks, shaping strategic initiatives and elevating priority issues.

Education

• Guilford College

  BA, Political Science, East Asian Studies, German

  2007 — 2011

Skills

• Customer Service
• Consensus Building
• Event Planning
• German
• Community Organizing
• Public Speaking
• Worker-Owned Businesses
• Local Government
• Cultural Diversity
• Research
• Student Organizations
• Community Outreach
• Environmental Issues
• Meeting Facilitation
• Cooperative Development
• Spanish
• Nonprofits
• Volunteer Management
• Sustainability
• Fundraising
• Microsoft Office
• Leadership
• Politics