Experience:

Gabriela is a Ginsburg Fellow and Vice President of the Women in Transportation club at the University of Central Florida, studying Public Administration and Computational Sciences with a focus on Urban Planning and GIS.

She has experience in both the public and private sectors, as well as non-profit organizations. Her experience and portfolio include transportation planning, GIS analysis, pedestrian safety, and community outreach.

As Director of Communications for the Urban Knights Planning Association, she has led an 800% increase in engagement and shaped programming around urban planning and mobility, was a finalist for the Catchlight Crossings Public Art Project, and is committed to creating healthier, more connected communities through data, design, and outreach.

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PROFESSIONAL:

  • CDM Smith

    Beginning: Summer 2025

    • Assist in checking travel demand model output and conduct validation analysis utilizing traffic counts.

    • Develop and input data into models while supporting traffic data collection efforts.

    • Contribute to the reporting on modeling outputs and perform research to enhance data accuracy.

    • Utilize GIS systems for thorough analysis and visualization, while assisting with various related tasks.

    • Audit ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Enterprise Portal systems for internal & public use

    • Assist in developing public-facing GIS applications, ammend addressing errors

    • Support GIS data analysis and county GIS operations

  • Bike/Walk Central Florida - Part Time

    • Present to community groups and respond to citizen inquiries while educating drivers on Florida’s yield law.

    • Organize events such as health fairs and farmers’ markets, and distribute materials to local agencies and organizations.

    • Collect surveys from pedestrians and cyclists for research and document outreach activities.

    • Prepare reports and schedules, along with performing other supporting duties as assigned.

  • Orlando Museum of Art

    • Assisted with exhibitions, educational programs, and daily operations, gaining hands-on experience while contributing to the museum's mission.

      • Skills: Technical Writing · Art Exhibitions · Museum Education · Cataloging · Company Presentations · Art Education · Database Administration · Project Documentation · Presentations · Teamwork · Nonprofit Organizations

  • The Ginsburg Phoenix Fellowship is a youth leadership initiative empowering college students to drive meaningful change through civic engagement, community organizing, and inclusive activism. We collaborate on events that promote dialogue, equity, and systemic transformation. Rooted in the values of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the fellowship equips emerging leaders with mentorship, training, and hands-on opportunities to lead campus and community initiatives.

  • Spring 2024 - Current

    As Vice President of WTS UCF Knights, I help organize events, connect members with industry professionals, and support career development in transportation through meetings, networking, and learning opportunities.

  • Fall 2024 - December 2025

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    • Manages public outreach, community engagement initiatives, designs graphics and creates marketing materials, and oversees social media platforms.

    • Ensures a clear and consistent message to engage the student community and promote events.

    Since joining this leadership role:

    + 400% increase in student attendance

    + 600% increase in social media engagement.

  • Geographic Information Systems Volunteer and Economic Vitality Commitee

    December 2024 - Current

  • Bachelor of Science: Interdisciplinary Studies

    Graduating December 2025

    Area of Study: Public Administration, Computational Sciences

    Minors: Urban Planning, Environmental Science

    Certificates: Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Community Planning

    Maintained President Honor Roll and Dean's List status.

    My goal is to promote communities that are well connected, healthier, and happier.

    Communities are interdisciplinary, which is why I am pleased to have had an interdisciplinary education that combines technical programs such as GIS, planning skills, as well as planning and the humanities. I have experience working in the private, public sector as well as with non profits. I am passionate about creating sustainable, equitable, and data-driven solutions to make our communities a better place.

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