As the Project Manager and Senior Advisor for Operational Strategy, Evan supports the District Management team in executing streetscape maintenance, capital improvement, and strategic partnerships. By applying project management fundamentals and flexible process agility, Evan brings a standard of excellence to organizational workflows and structures, in pursuit of key strategic objectives, including tree planting projects, cleaning efficiency, and public space improvement.

Since joining the Newark Downtown District in January 2023, Gold has overseen a diverse portfolio of projects, managing initiatives from inception to completion, including data platform projects and large-scale public events. His work bridges operations and strategy, effectively aligning day-to-day tasks with long-term goals for a more vibrant downtown.

Before his current role, Gold honed his skills across sectors including finance, technical advisory, and journalism—building cross-disciplinary expertise in stakeholder coordination, editorial team management, and multimedia production. He holds a BA in Journalism & Media Studies from Rutgers University, reinforcing his foundational strengths in communication and narrative-driven leadership

Outside of work, Evan collects vinyl records and frequently attends live music performances. He also enjoys virtual reality media and puzzles, cooking, and spending time with his wife and pets.