Danah Whiteside

Deputy Director for Community Economic Development, BRA

Dana Whiteside oversees the implementation of projects and programs that advance the Boston Redevelopment Authority’s mission. He works with staff at the agency to complete various planning initiatives such as the Mattapan Economic Development Initiative, the Dudley Vision Project and the Roxbury Strategic Master Plan. Whiteside is part of the Cabinet Staff within the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development providing support for initiatives to expand the economic base of Boston neighborhoods. He also facilitates completion of housing projects through the Article 80 process, serves as the agency’s representative for the Neighborhood Housing Trust (NHT), and manages the agency’s process for review and completion of Housing Creation Proposals.