Riley Abbott

Background

About Riley Abbott

Technical leader and strategist with sixteen years’ experience in the design, implementation and evaluation of civil society strengthening, climate change adaptation and community transformation programs in volatile, dynamic and resource-poor settings. Experienced in theory and practice of applying and adapting systems tools and design thinking on development challenges both within organizations and in varied development contexts. Proficient with qualitative and quantitative research methods and conducts significant research on systems dynamics, multi-stakeholder collaboration models, social movements, resilience and neighborhood change, organizational networks and quality of life. Adept at developing and managing effective teams, both internationally and domestically. Thought and practice leader incorporating information and communication technology and diverse stakeholder interest on community development efforts.