Briana Paxton, Savannah, GA

Revitalization Policy Analyst, Preservation Maryland

Briana Paxton is a historic preservation professional, housing advocate, and small-scale developer based in Savannah, GA. For her day job, she works remotely as a policy analyst for Preservation Maryland where she actively researches, develops, and advocates for policy innovations and regulatory systems that promote equitable and sustainable development. She previously worked in the private sector as a consultant with Ethos Preservation and PlaceEconomics. Briana serves as Chairwoman of Preservation Action, leading national efforts to secure sound federal preservation policy and is a former board member for the National Alliance of Preservation Commissions. She holds a Master’s in Historic Preservation from the University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor’s from the College of William and Mary.
Email: bri.paxton@gmail.com