Michael Mehaffy, Executive Director of the Sustasis Foundation, spoke to the Downtown Portland Association on February 28, 2023, about the city's urban challenges. The full discussion is available

Michael Mehaffy, Executive Director of the Sustasis Foundation, spoke to the Downtown Portland Association on February 28, 2023, about the city's urban challenges. The full discussion is available here: https://www.sustasis.org/dna-chat

Dr. Mehaffy is an internationally recognized urban development researcher, educator, and consultant. He directs the Sustasis Foundation, an Oregon non-profit focused on urban issues, and has held academic appointments in seven countries. His experience includes consulting for Portland and Metro, teaching at the University of Oregon, and managing the pioneering Orenco Station transit-oriented development.

With a keen interest in Portland's urban successes and lessons, Dr. Mehaffy considers the city a second home, though he now lives in the Columbia Gorge.

Author and architect Steve Mouzon, based in Miami, defines New Urbanism and its role in building a sense of place. He co-heads Mouzon

Author and architect Steve Mouzon, based in Miami, defines New Urbanism and its role in building a sense of place. He co-heads Mouzon Design with his wife, Wanda, and is a principal of the New Urban Guild.

The New Urban Guild, a group of architects and designers, is dedicated to studying and designing traditional buildings and places inspired by their regions. The Guild was instrumental in creating the Katrina Cottages concept and continues to foster this movement.

The Guild Foundation also hosts Steve and Wanda Mouzon’s Original Green initiative, which promotes common-sense sustainability.