Melinda Hanson
About Melinda Hanson
Melinda Hanson is a Policy Entrepreneur In Residence with extensive experience in sustainable transportation and urban planning. She has held leadership roles at various organizations, including Bird, Electric Avenue, and Brightside Strategies, and has contributed to multiple initiatives aimed at promoting equitable transportation solutions.
Work at Elemental Excelerator
Melinda Hanson serves as a Policy Entrepreneur in Residence at Elemental Excelerator. She has held this position since 2023, working remotely. In this role, she focuses on developing policies that support sustainable practices and innovative solutions in various sectors.
Current Role at Brightside Strategies
Melinda Hanson is the Founder and Principal of Brightside Strategies, a position she has held since 2022. Based in Brooklyn, New York, she leads initiatives that aim to enhance sustainability and promote equitable transportation solutions.
Previous Experience at Bird
Prior to her current roles, Melinda worked at Bird as the Head of Sustainability from 2018 to 2020. During her tenure in the Greater New York City Area, she was responsible for implementing sustainability strategies within the organization.
Educational Background
Melinda Hanson holds a Master's degree in Urban Planning from New York University, where she studied International Development. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies and English Literature from the University of California, Santa Cruz.
Board Membership at Empire Clean Cities
Since 2022, Melinda has been a member of the Board of Directors at Empire Clean Cities. In this role, she contributes to the organization's mission of promoting clean transportation solutions in New York.