Riley McCorstin
Consultant
678-836-9980
riley@boyette-sa.com
Areas of Expertise
Research, Sustainability, City Planning, Community Development
Influenced by living in Europe, Asia and visiting more than 60 countries, Riley became interested in city and urban planning. It was while attending high school in Singapore that Riley saw the importance of proper planning. Riley’s travels have also given him a deep respect for cultural differences and diversity and an understanding of their role in creating dynamic communities.
After graduate school, Riley served as Program Manager for Good 360, a non-profit organization focused on Nonprofit and community development. He has written articles for E-Trade 2 China and The Wire, an Indian news platform. Riley uses his broad experience and global views to provide research and ideas to Boyette clients. Riley has a Master’s degree in City Planning, with certificates in Urban Policy and Applied Sustainability, from Boston University. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and International Relations from Auburn University and also studied at East China Normal University where he analyzed economic development and urbanization. He also received a Grant Writing certificate from the University of South Carolina. Riley resides in Providence, RI.
I’m passionate about
Traveling to new places and meeting new people.
I most admire
Compassionate and open-minded people.
Favorite quote
“I get inspiration from everyday life.” (Hayao Miyazaki)
Sustainability means
Making the choices to preserve our environment and engaging in responsible growth.
My first job after college
Working for a small non-profit.
A surprising thing to know
I really like sharks, and have been cage diving with great white sharks.