Sofia DiFrancesco
Contact Sofia
Email: sofia@steadfastcity.com
Phone: 513-287-9800
Connect: LinkedIn
Location: Ohio
Associate Project Manager, Planning
Sofia DiFrancesco is a Community Planning professional experienced in comprehensive planning, housing studies, zoning code analysis, community needs assessments, and environmental reviews. She is dedicated to fostering collaboration in the planning sector by championing private-public partnerships, advocating for asset-based community development, and prioritizing empathy-driven community engagement strategies. She believes that everyone deserves to have their voice heard and that equity should be a fundamental pillar in the planning process. She adopts a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach, striving to effect positive impact in every community she engages with.
As part of her collaborative efforts at Hamilton County Planning & Development, Sofia played a pivotal role in researching and writing sections of a Housing Element Plan, taking into account 49 unique jurisdictions and their housing needs, finally prioritizing the lack of affordable housing. She not only identified best practices, but also formulated strategic recommendations for County officials that addressed the historic divestment of disproportionately impacted low-moderate income neighborhoods.
Backed by her academic background in Environmental Studies and her experience working for an environmental nonprofit, Sofia has a demonstrated passion for sustainability in the field of planning. From mapping flood impacts in urban neighborhoods. Furthermore, to exploring innovative strategies to promote walkable/bikeable neighborhoods, Sofia takes in the totality of a communities built environment and maximizes its long-term impact.
Professional Experience
Hamilton County, Ohio - Associate Planner
Planning & Development Services of Kenton County - Intern
OKI Regional Council of Governments - Intern
Education
University of Cincinnati
Master of Community Planning
University of Cincinnati
B.S. Environmental Studies
B.S. Communications
Affiliations:
Congress for the New Urbanism
American Planning Association
