Ankita Nalavade'graduated with a Master in Sustainable Environmental Systems from Pratt Institute. With the program's ‘systems- thinking' approach, she was able to understand the link between the technical and social aspects of the built environment. In addition, Nalavade's experience working in Mumbai, India, and New York City, along with her unique combination of architecture and infrastructure skills help her paint a holistic picture of the urban built environment.    Currently, Nalavade is working at the NYC Economic Development Corporation as a Project Director where she manages all aspects of design and construction for a variety of project types including waterfront development, buildings, major infrastructure, and public open spaces in New York City. At EDC, she is also part of the Sustainability as well as the Green Economy committee. Formerly she worked with NYC Department of Design and Construction as a Sustainability Coordinator and Green Infrastructure Project Manager in the Infrastructure unit where she helped the city achieve the sustainability and resiliency goals outlined in One NYC 2050, New York City's strategic plan