Director of Regional Planning and Development
Denver Regional Council of Governments, Colorado
Sheila Lynch is the Director of Regional Planning and Development for Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) where she leads a talented team of planning professionals who support local governments at the confluence of land use, transportation, and health to promote thriving communities. Prior to joining the DRCOG team, Sheila was the Land Use and Built Environment Manager for the Tri-County Health Department where she led a team of diverse professionals who worked closely with local communities to incorporate health and environmental considerations in planning decisions and development projects. Sheila’s career has spanned different settings and roles with a focus on building capacity for community planning that supports equitable outcomes. Her passions include developing and applying planning innovations including the use of health impact assessments, cultivating cross-sector partnerships to address complex community initiatives, and developing inspired and effective teams. Sheila holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Boston College and a Master of City Planning degree from the University of Pennsylvania.
Sunday, April 2, 2023
11:30 AM – 12:15 PM CDT