Ethan Lassiter MUP '15

Ethan is excited about the power of mentorship and connection to current GSD students. The support from the GSD community both before, during, and after attending Harvard has been an invaluable resource, both personally and professionally. He is glad to support students (and Midwesterners!) however possible.

Ethan’s professional experience has been focused on increasing economic empowerment through the built environment and development finance. Post-GSD roles across economic development consulting, community development non-profits, private real estate development, and the public sector have all reinforced this guiding principle. He was involved in the initial creation of the Black in Design conference and Blackspace Chicago, and continues to partner on community development work with an emphasis on the South and West Sides of Chicago.

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