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June 2, 2024

Meet Christina Hartsfield, AICP, Our New Programs Director for Architecture and Community Planning

We are excited to introduce Christina Hartsfield, AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners), is joining the NDC team as our new Programs Director for Architecture and Community Planning, just in time for Placemaking Week!

Christina is a Certified Planner with over 15 years of combined experience in architecture, urban design, development review, community planning, and placemaking.

Before joining NDC, she worked for the Prince George’s County Planning Department of the Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission, developing and executing placemaking projects and planning studies.

Christina also worked for the Baltimore City Planning Department, providing design and zoning guidance for small-and-large-scale developments. She enjoys being an agent in creating welcoming public spaces that evoke joy, comfort, and peace of mind and is skilled at developing collaborative partnerships to implement community-led plans.