New Voices, New Vision at the Columbia Association

Columbia isn’t stuck in the past—it’s evolving, and a fresh wave of leadership is helping steer the ship. In the past year, a handful of younger residents, including 28-year-old Collin Sullivan, have been elected to the Columbia Association board—dropping the board’s average age by nearly two decades. These leaders bring a new perspective to Columbia’s future, while still honoring Jim Rouse’s original vision. They're asking bold questions, pushing for more diversity (including age), and advocating for change that reflects today’s realities. From reducing barriers to entry for new board members to rethinking long-term capital plans, this isn’t just a generational shift—it’s a directional one. As Sullivan puts it, “Columbia was not meant to be a time capsule.” The future is calling, and this board is finally picking up.