Michael Davidson (he/his) is a senior director at The Chicago Community Trust where he leads the Catalyzing Neighborhood Investment strategy. His portfolio creates the enabling environment for disinvested communities to attract, retain, and own investment. Prior to this role, Davidson was the Trust’s senior program officer in sustainable development. During his tenure at the Trust, he has been involved in the creation of such bold initiatives as Elevated Chicago, Community Desk Chicago, Food:Land:Opportunity – Localizing the Chicago Foodshed, the Pre-Development Fund, and Great Rivers Chicago.