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Elliott Payne

Minneapolis City Council - Ward 1

District 1, Minnesota

Elliott Payne is a distinguished public figure known for his multifaceted career across various sectors. He holds an MBA in Strategic Management and Marketing and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, both from the University of Minnesota. Elliott serves as a Councilmember for Ward 1 in Minneapolis, leveraging his extensive background in business and innovation. His professional journey includes roles such as Business Consultant at Lawson Software and Lead Strategist/Lead Service Designer at space150. He founded Sense Datum, LLC, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit. In academia, Elliott contributes as an Adjunct Professor at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. His diverse experience also spans being a Host & Program Director at Radio K - KUOM and a Mechanical Engineer at Sandvik.