MEET OUR TEAM
At Neighborhood Strategies, you’re not just hiring a firm—you’re partnering with people who listen, care, and are fully committed to helping your community thrive.
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JIM LENNER, AICP
Founder & Principal
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STÉPHANIE MCMANUS
Managing Principal
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LISA DEFENDIEFER
Community Activation Director
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MARC CONTE
Urban Planning Director
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NICOLE DABBS
Creative Director & Senior Planner
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KACEY BRANKAMP
Community Activation Manager
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VINCE PAUMIER
Senior Planner
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KRISTINA AMUNDSON
Planning Intern
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STEPH MAZZOCCO
Client Success Manager