I was born in Boston, grew up in Modesto, and ten years ago moved to Los Angeles. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Mount St. Mary's College, recently completed my Master's Degree in Public Policy and a Master's in Urban Planning at USC's School of Policy, Planning, and Development. Prior to attending graduate school and joining pointC, I worked in clothing designing for a high-end baby's clothing line and later joined an interior design firm in Beverly Hills. Working in design sent me across the world, from Hong Kong and Morocco to Paris and London. Prior to starting graduate school, I traveled to South Africa to volunteer at orphanages. During my free time I enjoy traveling, eating good food, and backpacking through the wilderness of the National Parks. At pointC, I support strategy and analysis relating to transportation and environmental issues for our private and public sector clients.

tchao@pointcpartners.com