Florian joined Arctaris as a Senior Associate in 2023 and works with Arctaris Impact’s public and philanthropic partners to develop place-based programs and unique public-private partnerships. Florian works alongside Patrick Mullen on place-based program development and First-Loss Capital as well as the Firm’s annual Impact Report. Prior to joining Arctaris, Florian was the Founder of Metis Impact, an impact-focused consulting firm and a Project Director at New Localism Associates. Florian also worked as an Advisor in the Connecticut Governor’s Office with a focus on economic development and as a Special Programs and Policy Manager in the Chicago Mayor’s Office. Prior to these roles, Florian was a Senior Consultant and Case Team Leader at FSG, a mission-driven consulting firm. Florian earned his MBA at Harvard Business School and an AB from Brown University, with honors. In his spare time, Florian enjoys surfing, all forms of performance art, and feeding the birds that visit his fire escape in New York City.