Aroosa Ajani

Senior Analyst

Aroosa brings her experience in the public and private sectors to address complex issues surrounding the development of the built environment and advance economic equity.

With a multidisciplinary background in civic engagement, urban planning, and corporate project management, Aroosa helps clients navigate economic development, real estate development, placemaking, and revitalization strategies. Aroosa has supported a range of clients including public agencies, local development corporations, chambers of commerce, and private landowners. Her projects have assisted clients in defining and implementing strategies to manage real assets, understanding the physical and financial feasibility of development projects, and conducting analysis of real estate market trends and demand.

Prior to joining HR&A, Aroosa worked in the technology sector supporting supply chain planning, procurement strategy, operational risk and crisis planning, data analytics and organizational digital transformation. Aroosa holds a Bachelor of Science from Trinity University in Business Analytics and Technologies, with a second major in Urban Studies, and Master of Science in Urban Planning from Columbia University. She is a WX New York Women Executives in Real Estate Scholar and a recipient of the Morgan Stanley ANDH Community Development Graduate Fellowship.