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Adriana Trujillo-Villa, AICP, CPM (Candidate for Vice President of Communications)

Professional Experience & Education:

  • Eighteen years of planning and public works experience working with diverse communities in different jurisdictions in Florida and the U.S.
  • Extensive expertise working on politically sensitive projects that required intergovernmental cooperation, public-private partnerships, and engagement of citizens and local elected officials.
  • Expertise in broadcasting and managing social media accounts.
  • Masters in Community and Regional Planning and Masters in Public Administration.

APA/APA Florida Experience & Leadership

  • Secretary/Treasurer, APA Economic Development Division, 2016-2018
  • Sarasota County Area Director, Sun Coast Section – APA Florida, 2014-2017
  • Social Media Coordinator, APA County Planning Division, 2013-2015
  • Member of Conference Evaluation Committee – 2023 ICMA (International City/County Management Association) Annual Conference
  • Member of the ICMA Smart Communities Committee; 2023-2026
  • Member of the 2021 ICMA Regional Conferences Educational Advisory Committee
  • Member of the Task Force on Strengthening Inclusiveness & Diversity within the Profession; 2014-2015

Position Statement

I want to request your support to become the next VP of Communications. As the next VP of Communications, I will provide and encourage timely delivery of communications at both the Chapter and Sections level. As your VP of Communications, my goal is to focus on consistent and clear communication with all Chapter members. My experience in broadcasting and managing social media accounts will serve me well in the role of VP of Communications. In this role, I will coordinate with staff of the Chapter Office of Communications regarding the design, content, type, and frequency of ongoing communications that are provided to our members. In addition, I will assist the Executive Committee in managing the Chapter resources, initiatives, and activities.

Thank you for the opportunity to serve you as the next VP of Communications.