David A. Colligan

Background

About David A. Colligan

Senior leader with demonstrated success creating, scaling, and optimizing the financial and operational performance of public agencies and non-profits - with extensive background in the areas of economic development, community revitalization, food security, affordable housing, real estate, workforce development, international trade, and creative/arts industry expansion. Recognized throughout career for exceptional strategic planning and execution skills, as well as a unique ability to translate innovative community enrichment and social impact ideas into actionable, sustainably-funded work plans. Highly effective change agent, skilled at rallying diverse stakeholder groups (e.g. employees, volunteers, business leaders, elected officials, strategic partners) around the pursuit of common goals. Additional strengths serving as a organizational spokesperson and applying storytelling, community outreach, negotiation, and influencing skills to facilitate community buy-in and support for bold new initiatives. Areas of expertise include: • Strategic Planning, Vision & Goal-Setting • Team Hiring, Mentoring, Development & Performance Management • Operations Management / Process Improvement • Fiscal Management, Budgeting, Reporting & Compliance • Public Policy Development & Advocacy • Change Management, Restructuring & Transformation • Innovation & Thought Leadership • Community & Economic Development / Incentive Programs • Real Estate Development & Public Finance • Public-Private Partnership Negotiation & Deal Structuring • Strategic Partnership & Alliance Formation / Management • High-Profile Project/Program Portfolio Management • Public Speaking / Storytelling / Presentations • Marketing, Branding & PR • Analytics / Program Measurement & Evaluation Educational credentials include a BS Degree in Business Administration from the University of Louisiana, as well as graduation from the Economic Development Institute and designation as a Certified Economic Development Finance Professional from the National Development Council.