Bruce Katz
Professional Role
Bruce Katz is the Co-Founder and inaugural Director of the Nowak Metro Finance Lab at Drexel University. He has been instrumental in shaping the lab's focus on advancing metropolitan areas through public reforms and private innovations. His role involves advising leaders at various levels—global, national, state, regional, and municipal—on these issues.
Education
- Yale Law School
- Brown University
Professional Experience
- Nowak Metro Finance Lab at Drexel University
- Co-Founder and Director
- Brookings Institution
- Inaugural Centennial Scholar (January 2016 to March 2018)
- Vice President
- Founding Director of the Brookings Metropolitan Policy Program
- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
- Chief of Staff to Secretary Henry Cisneros
- Senior Advisor to Secretary Shaun Donovan for the first 100 days of the Obama Administration
- U.S. Senate Subcommittee on Housing and Urban Affairs
- Senior Counsel and later Staff Director
Publications
Bruce Katz is the co-author of two notable books published by the Brookings Institution Press:
- The New Localism: How Cities Can Thrive in the Age of Populism (2018)
- The Metropolitan Revolution: How Cities and Metros are Fixing Our Broken Politics and Fragile Economy (2013)
Both books discuss the increasing importance of cities and city networks in addressing global challenges.
Awards and Honors
- Heinz Award in Public Policy (2006) for contributions to understanding the function and values of cities and metropolitan areas and for influencing their economic vitality, livability, and sustainability.
Academic Engagements
Bruce Katz is also a visiting Professor at the London School of Economics, where he imparts his extensive knowledge in urban policy and metropolitan governance. He frequently gives lectures and presentations globally to public, corporate, civic, and university audiences.
Notable Contributions and Activities
- Katz has played pivotal roles in significant urban policy initiatives. He co-led the housing and urban transition team for the Obama administration post the 2008 presidential election.
- His advisory work includes substantial contributions to the fields of public reforms and private innovations that benefit metropolitan areas.
Professional Influence
As a recognized figure in urban policy, Bruce Katz's opinions and insights are sought after. He regularly publishes and shares his views on platforms like LinkedIn, contributing articles and engaging in discourse on economic and urban development topics.
Contact Information
For inquiries or to reach Bruce Katz, contact Managing Director Michael Greenle at mtg65@drexel.edu or nowaklab@drexel.edu.
Bruce Katz's extensive experience in urban policy, coupled with his leadership at the Nowak Metro Finance Lab, positions him as a potent influencer in the spheres of metropolitan reform and innovation.
