Christian Gonzalez
Community Outreach Manager
Christian Gonzalez joined Rifeline in March 2023 and currently serves as the Community Outreach Manager. He leads public engagement efforts across a variety of infrastructure and mobility projects, applying a diverse background in customer service, management, mortgage underwriting, data analytics, and strategic communication to strengthen relationships between agencies and the communities they serve.
Christian earned a degree in Public Relations with a minor in Business Administration from Texas State University. He is also an active member of a Latino fraternity focused on community engagement, mentorship, and service, where he previously served as public relations chair, organized impactful events and fostered partnerships with local organizations.
Before joining Rifeline, Christian worked as a mortgage Underwriter, assessing clients' financial and credit histories to determine mortgage eligibility. This analytical experience shaped his approach to stakeholder engagement, allowing him to communicate complex information clearly and empathetically.
At Rifeline, Christian is also the lead drone pilot, capturing aerial footage and imagery to visually document transportation projects. His bilingual capabilities help him connect meaningfully with diverse communities, ensuring equitable access to project information and opportunities for feedback.
Christian has led property owner meetings, public meetings, and open house events for major projects across Williamson County, Pflugerville and the surround Austin area. His ability to coordinate between engineering teams, municipal staff, and residents helps ensure inclusive and transparent outreach across all phases of projects.
Christian’s combination of technical skill, community focus, and cross-sector experience makes him a key member of Rifeline’s public engagement team and a trusted liaison for stakeholders across Central Texas.