TPA Spotlight: Vice President & CEO Cori Takkinen

At TPA, our greatest strength is our people. Every day, our team of advocates and grant writers brings passion, creativity, and dedication to turning community visions into reality. In this first spotlight, hear from our Vice President & Chief Executive Officer, Cori Takkinen, as she shares why she loves being part of TPA and what inspires her to be a Champion for Better Communities:

“What makes working at Townsend Public Affairs so special? It’s not just the impactful work we do, it’s the people I get to do it with. Every day, I’m inspired by the incredible colleagues by my side and the passionate clients we serve. They bring purpose, energy, and joy to everything we do. They’re the reason I love what I do and why I love being part of TPA.”