Madeline Pysher recently joined KTUA as Planner and GIS Analyst. From a rural Montana town to the West Coast, Madeline has always felt a strong connection to both the natural and built environments. Working hard to create tight-knit communities where all can live, work, and play is what motivates her daily. Having earned a Bachelors of Arts in Urban Planning and Sustainable Development, with a double minor in Geographic Information Services and Environmental Justice, Madeline specializes in equity mapping and analysis. During her time as a student, Madeline worked as a Planning Intern for a Metropolitan Planning Organization and Regional Transportation Planning Organization. Alex Samarin, GIS Technical Manager at KTUA, says “Madeline’s technical skillset and range of experience are matched only by her enthusiasm and curiosity toward all things planning. We were instantly impressed upon meeting her. She’s an excellent fit for KTUA’s varied project contexts and has already formulated great ideas and solutions in her short time here.” She holds certification as a LEED Green Associate and is skilled in ArcGIS, Microsoft Access, SketchUP, Adobe Creative Suite, and Python.