The Swiftwater Strategies Team
The Swiftwater team is an elite group of leaders, each recognized for their expertise and professional achievement in their respective fields. Individually, they are powerful and dynamic strategists and creators. Together they form an unstoppable team that can strengthen your organization and improve your outcomes.
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Vice President of Southeast Operations
Heather Simmons Jones, SCCED
Strategic advisor, public administrator, non-profit leader, and economic development practitioner. Heather is
Association Executive/Local Government Services Manager
Melissa Harrill
A skilled economic researcher and legislative liaison focused on municipal governance. Developed
Proposal Writer/Administrative Coordinator
Katie McFarland
Creative and resourceful administrative professional with years of successful administrative support and
Resource Partners
For client organizations that use Swiftwater Strategies to augment their capacity and personnel, the breadth of expertise among our extended team members provides an added level of performance and security. Thanks to unique relationships with our Resource Partners, Swiftwater Strategies and its extended team often work together in a collaborative, cross-trained, cooperative environment.
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Director, Municipal Services MRB Group
Mathew D. Horn, ICMA-CM
Matt is a former City Manager whose strategic planning and implementation landed
Director of Economic Development MRB Group
Michael N’dolo, CEcD
Michael is a renowned strategic advisor, and an executive- and economic development
Senior GIS Analyst MRB Group
Dan Allen
Dan leads MRB Group’s GIS team and is a highly respected expert
Senior Municipal Advisor MRB Group
Diana Smith
Diana is a former Mayor and CEO of an Upstate New York
Senior Economic Analyst MRB Group
Alyson Slack
Alyson is an economic development thought leader, analyst, project manager, and grant
Engineering Team Leader MRB Group
Tim Carpenter, PE
Tim’s engineering experience spans more than 30 years, working with teams on