Madison Graham

About Madison Graham

Madison is an urban planner with over 10 years of experience spearheading policy innovation, strategic planning, and community development for Texas communities. She is a Senior Associate at The Goodman Corporation, collaborating with cities and public agencies to deliver data-informed, community-driven solutions that strengthen community resilience and sustainability. Her expertise includes long-range transportation and land use planning, policy development, securing funding for capital infrastructure projects, and leading community engagement initiatives.She has led and contributed to a wide range of projects throughout her career, including comprehensive plans, area plans, mobility studies, parking strategies, ordinance updates, economic development projects, and many more. Madison also has extensive experience preparing competitive grant applications that secure funding for transportation, water, drainage, and other infrastructure improvements. She is skilled at navigating complex regulatory environments, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and building partnerships that ensure equitable and impactful project outcomes.Madison is passionate about integrating land use and transportation to create vibrant, connected, and accessible communities. Her work emphasizes not only technical expertise but also meaningful engagement to deliver plans and projects that reflect community needs and advance long-term sustainability.

Experience

1. Senior Associate

   The Goodman Corporation

   Mar 2024 — Present · Austin, TX, US

   As a Senior Associate at The Goodman Corporation, I work with cities, public agencies, and community organizations to develop planning strategies and implementation programs that advance transportation, economic development, and infrastructure investment. Specifically, my duties include the following- Support funding pursuits for infrastructure and planning projects through multiple programs, including TxDOT Transportation Alternatives (TA), Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A), Community Project Funding (CPF), Economic Development Administration (EDA), U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), and more grant opportunities- Assist communities in translating planning concepts into implementable capital projects through infrastructure implementation planning and funding strategies- Develop transportation, land use, parks and open space, and economic development plans that support community growth, infrastructure investment, and long term development goals- Conduct parking supply and demand analyses to support downtown planning, economic development, and district management initiatives- Contribute to downtown strategic planning and implementation initiatives, including development of implementation frameworks for priority projects- Work on a variety of planning efforts including active transportation plans, small area plans, comprehensive planning initiatives, and infrastructure improvement strategies- Conduct district level funding and economic analysis to support cultural districts and place based investment strategies- Support merchant districts and community organizations with planning analysis, funding strategies, and project implementation coordination- Collaborate with planners, engineers, local governments, and community stakeholders to develop planning solutions that align with long term community goals

Education

• The University of Texas at Austin

  Master of Science - MS, City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning

  2017 — 2019

• Texas A&M University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning

  2013 — 2017