Founder
CDTA Partners LLC
Creve Coeur, Missouri
Brian Hurd is a community economic development strategist, founder and principal of CDTA Partners LLC, and a nationally recognized thought leader advancing equitable, community-rooted planning and investment. With nearly 30 years of experience, he works with communities, designers, and anchor institutions to align climate resilience, historic preservation, and inclusive growth with measurable equity outcomes. His work centers on integrating social and physical determinants of health, culturally grounded engagement, and data-driven strategies to address historic harms and advance environmental justice. Known for his “community quarterback” approach, Brian bridges C-suite leadership, public agencies, and community stakeholders to translate planning into implementable action.
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WED-B06: Landscape Architects as Equity Champions: Collective Actions for Environmental Justice
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM PT