Allegra Calder
Allegra has over two decades of experience in policy and program development, strategic planning, and research and communications for BERK’s public and non-profit clients. A skilled facilitator, she excels in working with boards and committees to develop solutions to complex problems, craft legislation and governance recommendations, or decide how to prioritize organizational objectives. She has completed policy studies on a wide array of nuanced topics ranging from housing challenges faced by teachers to alternative financing for transportation in Washington state to service delivery models for public health. She particularly enjoys projects focused on strengthening communities through arts and culture, parks and public spaces, and other opportunities for connection.
Prior to joining BERK, she worked at the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University and the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy. Allegra received her B.A. with distinction from McGill University and her M.A. in Urban Design from Oxford Brookes University. A dedicated community volunteer, she serves on the Board of Directors of the Seattle Parks Foundation.
Outside BERK
Originally from Canada, Allegra met her husband, Gabe, in Guatemala and lived in Boston before moving to Seattle in 2004. She spent her twenties guiding bike tours in Africa, Europe, and North America and has bicycled in over 30 countries. She regularly consumes podcasts, novels, movies at SIFF, and anything broadcast on KEXP.
