Our Team
Kim is an academic-practitioner who is committed to community-driven civic research, innovation in city-university collaborations, and leveraging our collective expertise for the social good. Kim is presently a Professor of the Practice at Northeastern University’s School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs, and they previously served as Interim Executive Director at Metrolab Network and Director of Civic Research for the City of Boston. Kim’s research focuses on early childhood policy and the child care market, and their practical experience includes over a decade of innovation in community-engaged research.
Elias works with cities, academic institutions, and local communities to foster inclusive partnerships – through communication and engagement – geared towards translating research into innovation to solve the most pressing challenges facing local communities across the United States of America.
Yu is a graduate student in Information Systems at Northeastern University. Her background as a seasoned project manager in the education industry has provided her with valuable insights into developing user-centered technological solutions. Yu aspires to become an innovative software engineer who is passionate about writing impactful code. Her interests lie at the intersection of technology, human interaction, and design. Beyond her academic pursuits, Yu is a yoga enthusiast with RYT 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Certification.