About Michael Castagnola

Michael’s professional background includes experience in community organizing, politics, teaching, real estate development, and tech. Also, Michael’s education experience includes a bachelor's in finance and marketing from New York University, with a master's in urban planning from Massachusetts Institute of Technology. 

He previously worked with Council President Zeke Cohen as the inaugural Chief of Staff when the Council President represented Baltimore's first district. He loves the City, and lives in southeast Baltimore with his partner, two children, and pet dog.