Emily Risinger
Emily transforms spaces through creative, inclusive engagement, and thoughtful design. Certified in LPM, NCI, and CDT.
- Role
- Director, Parks Place Activation at Downtown Austin Alliance
- Location
- Austin, TX, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Emily Risinger
I lead efforts to shape vibrant public spaces through community-driven projects and inclusive urban design. My work focuses on creating places where people connect, celebrate, and thrive, with a commitment to equity, sustainability, and livability. I collaborate with artists, residents, and city leaders to manage public art, green spaces, and infrastructure projects that reflect Austin\'s diverse culture and promote economic vitality.I am IDA LPM and National Charrette Institute (NCI) certified. I hold a Master’s of Community and Regional Planning and a Bachelor’s of Urban Studies from the University of Texas at Austin.
Experience
Director, Parks Place Activation
May 2025 — Present · Austin, TX, US
https://downtownaustin.com/what-we-do/art-parks-culture/
Education
The University of Texas at Austin School of Architecture
Master of Science, Community and Regional Planning
2009 — 2012
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Arts, Urban Studies
2006 — 2009
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