
Legitimacy Changemakers: Government workers who inspire hope for a better relationship with community

Jorge leads CPI’s Government Legitimacy portfolio in North America, where the team works to envision a world where the relationship between the public and government is restored. With over 15 years of professional field experience, he has advised government executives and legislators on evidence-based community engagement and innovation strategies.
Prior to joining CPI, he held positions in local government at the New York City Council, the Office of the New York City Comptroller, and the Office of the Mayor of New York City where he worked as a senior advisor to develop several citywide civic engagement initiatives. He also served as an elected Democratic district leader in Queens County, NY for two terms and holds graduate degrees from Georgetown University, the State University of New York and the City University of New York.