Blake Brown-Grigsby

Blake Brown-Grigsby is a seasoned data strategist with extensive experience in data management and analysis, currently serving as a Senior Data Strategist at Chicago Public Schools since July 2020. In this role, Blake co-manages demographic and enrollment data to enhance organizational decision-making and oversees the development of geospatial technology for student assignment and enrollment analysis. Previous positions include contributing at Davey Resource Group, Inc. as a Consulting Utility Arborist, and at the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning, where Blake engaged in planning and development initiatives. Academic qualifications include a Master of Science in Urban Planning and Policy from the University of Illinois Chicago and a Bachelor of Science in Forestry from the University of Kentucky, complemented by international education experiences in France and Switzerland.