Ash Blankenship supports the Center’s development work, primarily in individual giving. Prior to joining the Center in 2011, Ash was a merchandising representative with Sika Corporation and previously was a team leader with Xerox, managing client relations and business development. Ash earned a B.A. in political science from SUNY Empire State College and is currently pursuing an M.P.A. from Penn State. Through his interests in urban policies and planning, Ash also currently serves as a correspondent for the Urban Times, where he writes on issues related to the built environment.