Laurice Walker

Laurice Walker is a nationally recognized strategist in equity and organizational development, with over a decade of experience leading transformative change in local government. As the City of Tucson’s inaugural Chief Equity Officer, she established and now leads the Office of Equity, embedding equity into core city functions including policy development, budgeting, and public engagement.

Her leadership was instrumental in launching the Tucson Equity Data Strategy (TEDS)—an award-winning initiative cited by institutions such as Harvard University and replicated by municipalities nationwide. Laurice also pioneered the city’s first Strategic Equity Budget Analysis and dashboard, bringing unprecedented transparency to the allocation of public resources in disinvestment communities.

Walker brings over 14 years of expertise collaborating with national leaders to refine best practices in equity, social justice, and accessibility within local government. As a trusted advisor and collaborator, she has worked across institutions—from public safety to public counties to school districts—to conduct workplace assessments, resolve complex organizational conflicts, and foster inclusive, high-performing cultures.

Her career includes key leadership roles with the Cities of Plymouth and Minneapolis, and advisory positions with the International City/County Management Association (ICMA), the Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE), and Arizona List as a board member. In addition to her background in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, she holds and actively practices multiple professional certifications in equity, change management, federal workplace investigations, and public speaking—consistently embodying psychological safety, leading with emotional intelligence, and maintaining a forward-thinking approach.



Laurice is known for her strategic insight, collaborative leadership, and commitment to strategic governance.