By Smart Growth America, April 24, 2025
Gladney has diligently led Smart Growth America (SGA) since early 2018. His leadership has advanced the national dialogue on smart growth, and includes significant accomplishments such as:
In announcing his decision to step down, Gladney said, “I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to have led Smart Growth America, and I am very proud of what the organization has accomplished over the past seven years. I would like to extend a special thank you to all my colleagues at SGA and the leaders from across the country with whom we have worked alongside to help make communities healthier, more prosperous, and more resilient. I remain deeply committed to Smart Growth America’s mission, and I look forward to supporting the organization going forward.”
Smart Growth America Board Chair, Madeline Fraser Cook, said, “All of us at Smart Growth America—the Board and current and former SGA staff—want to thank Calvin for all of the organization’s achievements over the years. We wish Calvin the best of luck in his future endeavors, and look forward to continuing to advance smart growth under Beth’s leadership.”
Interim CEO Beth Osborne said, “I am thankful to Calvin for his leadership during his time as Smart Growth America’s President and CEO and am grateful for all that we have accomplished together. I am excited to step into this role and continue SGA’s strong work to help communities better serve the people who live there. Alongside SGA’s talented and experienced staff, I look forward to helping communities of all sizes pursue smart growth solutions to create more prosperous places for everyone.”
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