Maddy Poehlein has joined Winterbrook Planning as an intern this month!

She is currently in her second year as a graduate student in a dual Master of Public Health (MPH) and Master of Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) program at Portland State University. 

With her background in environmental studies, she possesses expertise in ecological systems, environmental challenges, and sustainable practices. Additionally, her grounding in environmental politics and public health equips her to navigate regulatory frameworks and policies influencing urban planning.

Maddy’s specialties include planning through public health and equity lenses, GIS and spatial analysis, qualitative data analysis, and community engagement. Maddy’s background presents a well-rounded skill set that positions her to contribute to projects at the intersection of environmental considerations and land use planning systems in Oregon.

You can learn more about her here, and read more about our other staff here.