As an engagement lead at Kinaura Partners, Chase brings deep expertise in climate resilience, food systems, and strategic facilitation. Within Kinaura’s Climate, Agriculture, and Food Systems team, he helps organizations turn complex technical insights into practical solutions through purpose‑driven planning and collaborative engagement.
With more than a decade of experience, Chase focuses on advancing climate‑resilient agriculture and food systems by shaping effective grant‑making strategies and strengthening partnerships. He supports partners such as the Gates Foundation by building coalitions and coordinating diverse stakeholders to drive collective impact.
Previously, Chase served as a consultant for several development‑focused firms, refining his skills in systems‑level analysis and stakeholder co‑creation. His tenure with the World Bank Group provided hands‑on experience embedding climate risk and resilience into investment design and implementation.
Chase holds an MPS in sustainable urban planning from George Washington University and a BA in political science from Florida State University.
Outside of work, Chase is an avid sports enthusiast who enjoys hiking in the warmer months and snowboarding in the colder months.
