A Proven Leader in Public Service

Over a decade of impact in municipal government, powered by innovation, integrity, and community-first thinking
Built on Belief, Proven in Action

Driven by Innovation, Integrity & Impact

Intashan Chowdhury, MPA, is not your typical public administrator. His journey through municipal government has been defined by an ability to turn challenges into opportunities — and outdated systems into platforms for inclusive progress. With a leadership style grounded in empathy and data, he has redefined how local government can serve its residents: faster, smarter, and more humanely.

 

Whether managing multimillion-dollar budgets, launching AI-powered public service platforms, or mentoring the next generation of civil servants, Intashan brings a powerful blend of vision and execution. His career is a blueprint for modern governance — rooted in real-world results, community-first principles, and a drive to build trust in public institutions.

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Where I Lead and Serve Today

Current Roles and Leadership Positions

Business Administrator

Borough of Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey | May 2025 – Present
As Business Administrator, Intashan is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of municipal government, ensuring that services are delivered efficiently, transparently, and in alignment with community priorities. He works closely with department heads, elected officials, and residents to manage budgets, streamline operations, and support policy implementation. His leadership emphasizes accountability, responsiveness, and continuous improvement in local governance.

Internal Management Consultant

City of Englewood, NJ | Nov 2024 – Present

As a strategic consultant to the City of Englewood, Intashan leads a city-wide digital transformation effort focused on eliminating inefficiencies, enhancing transparency, and improving resident experience. He introduced AI-assisted municipal workflows, enabling residents to complete services in two clicks or less — a model now being studied by other jurisdictions.


He also overhauled Englewood’s Building Department by automating form processing, routing, and tracking, which has already eliminated a three-month backlog and improved permit accuracy by over 70%.

Managing Director / Consultant

Government Strategy Group (GSG) | Oct 2024 – Present
In his consulting work with GSG, Intashan supports municipalities across New Jersey in achieving greater efficiency, equity, and financial sustainability. He advises on issues ranging from intergovernmental collaboration to green infrastructure funding, and his signature approach blends data, technology, and stakeholder engagement to ensure durable results.

Executive Director / CEO

Municipal Innovation Summit | Jun 2024 – Present
Intashan founded the Municipal Innovation Summit to build a national platform for local leaders, technologists, and policymakers to collaborate on civic transformation. Under his leadership, the summit convenes hundreds of municipal professionals annually to share replicable strategies and foster innovation across townships, boroughs, and counties.

Adjunct Professor

Borough of Manhattan Community College (CUNY) | Jan 2025 – Present
At BMCC, Intashan teaches courses in Business Management and Public/Nonprofit Administration, where he blends academic theory with his hands-on municipal leadership experience. His students describe him as a mentor who inspires them to lead with empathy, evidence, and excellence.

Borough Administrator – Prospect Park, NJ

Jan 2019 – Nov 2024

Appointed at just 26, Intashan made history as one of the youngest Borough Administrators in New Jersey. Over the next five years, he transformed Prospect Park into a statewide model for modern local governance — without losing sight of its tight-knit community identity.

 

He managed all departments, a $6.5 million operating budget, and hundreds of resident-facing services. His leadership was marked by:

 

  • Resurfacing 40% of the town’s roadways — a record in borough history

  • Securing $5+ million in grants through state, county, and federal partnerships

  • Launching a mobile app and cloud-based platform to streamline government access

  • Introducing a four-day workweek pilot to improve staff performance and resident response time

  • Implementing the first AI-driven CRM system in a small NJ municipality

These initiatives didn’t just win awards — they built trust with residents, improved internal morale, and laid the groundwork for future-ready governance.

Where It All Started

Earlier Roles that Built the Foundation

Assistant Business Administrator

Prospect Park School District | Jul 2022 – Jan 2024

Provided high-level support in budgeting, operations, and compliance for the school district. Introduced digital workflows that shortened approval processes, improved reporting, and enhanced the coordination between municipal and educational services.

Administrative Assistant & Municipal Alliance Coordinator

Borough of Prospect Park | Aug 2016 – Dec 2018
Managed ATOD (Alcohol, Tobacco & Other Drugs) grant programming for youth prevention efforts. Coordinated community events and liaised with state-level agencies to ensure funding compliance — all while gaining ground-level insights into how policy meets people.

Public Policy Fellow

Montgomery County Government, MD | Summer 2016
As a fellow through Rutgers’ Bloustein School’s Washington Institute, Intashan researched public Wi-Fi infrastructure and video-monitoring for public services like snowplows. He also organized speaker series on digital equity and increased enrollment in Comcast’s Internet Essentials Program through targeted community outreach.
Value. Vision. Results.

Where Intashan Adds the Most Value

Strategic Planning and Policy Development

Municipal Budgeting and Grant Acquisition

Technology Integration (CRM, AI, Cloud Systems)

Stakeholder Engagement & Cross-Sector Partnerships

Workforce Development & Organizational Culture

Equity-Centered Governance

Public Speaking & Thought Leadership

Bilingual Communication (English & Bangla)

Don’t Be a Stranger

Let’s Build Something Together

Whether you’re a government agency, nonprofit, educator, or policy organization, Intashan brings both the experience and energy to help drive real change. From consulting engagements to speaking opportunities, he is ready to collaborate with those who believe in transforming public service for the better.