Under the leadership of? Amanda Daflos, the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation at Johns Hopkins University and the public innovation movement have grown and scaled globally—equipping leaders with innovation tools, launching groundbreaking programs, expanding city-led initiatives, and fostering the next generation of public innovators—all while strengthening the field and deepening impact in nearly 250 cities. What Amanda achieved as the founding Executive Director of BCPI in just three short years is truly remarkable, and the field of public innovation is immeasurably stronger as a result. As Amanda steps into a new role as a Deputy Mayor for the City of Los Angeles, we celebrate her impact and look ahead to the future. Dr.?Francisca Rojas, a dedicated leader in urban innovation and governance who has been BCPI’s Academic Director since 2021, will serve as Interim Executive Director as we continue to build momentum. Thank you, Amanda, for your leadership, and congratulations on this next chapter. Read Amanda’s reflections at: https://lnkd.in/g45-g2nT #ColleaguesForLife #OneBCPI
Leading the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation at Johns Hopkins University has been one of the greatest honors of my career. Together, we have built something extraordinary — empowering cities to tackle their toughest challenges and demonstrating that public innovation is a true catalyst for change. That’s why my decision to step into a new role is bittersweet. As of March 21, I will step down as the founding Executive Director of BCPI to serve as the Deputy Mayor of the new Office of Strategic Partnerships for the City of Los Angeles – answering the call to help a city I love recover and rebuild and drive success during pivotal moments for the region including the World Cup, the Super Bowl, and the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics. I am incredibly proud of what we’ve built at BCPI, and I am confident the work will continue to thrive under Dr. Francisca Rojas, who will serve as Interim Executive Director. As BCPI’s Academic Director since 2021, she has been a dedicated leader in urban innovation and governance and will now serve as Interim Executive Director. Thanks to our incredible partners and my outstanding team. #PublicInnovation is a movement, and its impact will only grow from here. Please read my full reflections on BCPI’s website: https://lnkd.in/gz9mpumw. #ColleaguesForLife #OneBCPI #cities
