Speakers

Ruth Ro’s interest in real estate politics and their background as both an economic development analyst and painter have shaped their understanding of consensus-building and its importance within urban architecture. Whether through their art exhibit, “Icons of the Meatpacking District,” a collection of portraits that presented key players in the neighborhood’s transformation, or through managing large-scale mixed-use projects, Ruth is naturally adept at bringing people together and facilitating dialogue. Their approach to working with clients and consultants is characterized by a commitment to problem solving and the ability to aid communication between participants, successfully integrating multiple perspectives.

Ruth holds a Master of Architecture from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts in philosophy from New York University.