Michelle Kiley is a principal planner at the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). In addition to her work with regional transit and transportation organizations, she also supported community and economic development programs across Greater Minnesota. Michelle has a wealth of experience in grantmaking, leadership development, public art, and creative placemaking. She holds a bachelor’s degree in local and urban affairs (community development) and a master’s in Tourism, Planning, and Development. Michelle’s work continues to illustrate the power of government partnerships in shaping thriving communities.