Payton Parkin
About Payton Parkin
Payton Parkin is a Recovery Associate focused on advancing sustainable development in the built environment through an ESG lens. With a background in public administration and Middle Eastern studies, Parkin has gained experience in preparedness, recovery, and mitigation through various roles, including internships and full-time positions at Hagerty Consulting.
Work at Hagerty
Payton Parkin currently serves as a Recovery Associate at Hagerty Consulting, a position held since 2022. In this role, Parkin focuses on advancing sustainable development within the built environment through an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) lens. Prior to this, Parkin gained valuable experience as a Recovery Intern at Hagerty Consulting from 2021 to 2022, where they developed skills in preparedness, recovery, and mitigation. Their work involves assisting state and local governments in securing and managing federal funding, including initiatives under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and the Infrastructure Investment Jobs Act (IIJA).
Education and Expertise
Payton Parkin studied at Florida State University from 2018 to 2022, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts in Middle Eastern Studies and a minor in Public Administration. During their time at the university, Parkin participated in the University Honors Program and the Honors Experience Program. Currently, Parkin is pursuing a Master of Science in Global Real Assets at Georgetown University McDonough School of Business, which began in 2024. This advanced education focuses on real estate investment and development, social and digital infrastructure, and transportation.
Background
Payton Parkin has a diverse background that includes various roles in both academic and professional settings. Parkin worked at Florida State University as an Office Assistant for the Department of Modern Languages and Linguistics from 2019 to 2022 and as an Assistant to the Middle East Center for seven months in 2020. Additionally, Parkin gained experience in the field of emergency management as an Individual Assistance Intern with the Florida Division of Emergency Management in 2020. Prior to these roles, Parkin worked briefly as a Retail Sales Associate at ZARA SA in 2021.
Achievements
Throughout their career, Payton Parkin has recognized the importance of real assets development and the role of Public-Private Partnerships (P3). Their internships and work experiences have led to a full-time role at Hagerty Consulting, where they contribute to significant recovery efforts. Parkin's academic achievements include participation in the University Honors Program and the Honors Experience Program at Florida State University, reflecting a commitment to academic excellence.
Current Projects and Initiatives
In addition to their role at Hagerty Consulting, Payton Parkin is currently involved with Project Destined as a Commercial Real Estate Fellow, a position they have held since 2024. This role allows Parkin to further engage in the real estate sector, focusing on community revitalization and strategic development. Their work aims to foster positive change through the cultivation of real assets, aligning with their passion for sustainable development.