Archana Pyati
About Archana Pyati
Archana Pyati serves as the Senior Communications Manager for WorkRise at the Urban Institute, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in communications, project management, and culinary arts, with experience in translating complex policy research into accessible content.
Work at Urban Institute
Archana Pyati has been serving as the Senior Communications Manager for WorkRise at the Urban Institute since 2021. In this role, she manages communications strategies and initiatives aimed at enhancing the understanding of workforce development issues. Prior to her current position, she worked as the Communications Manager for WorkRise for nine months in 2020, and earlier as the Communications Manager for the From Safety Net to Solid Ground initiative from 2018 to 2020. Her tenure at Urban Institute reflects her commitment to effective communication in the context of policy research.
Education and Expertise
Archana Pyati holds a Master of Arts in Journalism from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Bachelor of Arts in English, graduating summa cum laude from The Ohio State University. Additionally, she has an Associate's degree in Culinary Arts from The Culinary Institute of America. Her educational background supports her expertise in digital content strategy and media relations, with a focus on making complex policy research accessible to a broader audience.
Background
Archana Pyati has a diverse professional background that includes roles in communications and culinary arts. She began her career as a City Hall Reporter at the Tallahassee Democrat from 2002 to 2003. She then transitioned to the Urban Land Institute, where she worked as an Impact Writer/Strategic Communications from 2014 to 2017, and later as Senior Manager for Member Engagement for nine months in 2017 to 2018. Her early experience as a Line Cook at The Broadmoor in 2007 adds to her varied career path.
Project Management Skills
In her roles, Archana Pyati has demonstrated strong project management skills by managing complex projects that involve multiple teams and stakeholders. Her ability to coordinate various aspects of communications and ensure effective collaboration among different groups is a key aspect of her professional profile. This skill set is particularly valuable in her current position at the Urban Institute, where she oversees communications for significant initiatives.