Larisa N. Escalle: Transit expert manages landmark rail programs
Larisa Escalle, GHD's Rail and Transit Lead, Northern California as been named as one of Engineer News-Record's 2025 Top 20 Under 40. This prestigious award recognizes professionals in architecture, engineering and construction for outstanding leadership skills, community service, work ethic, talent and diversity.
After 15 years working in rail and transit sector design, Larisa has led multiple landmark projects. Dedicated to empowering future women leaders, Escalle participates with the Girls Lead the Way STEM Summit, Femineering and Bay Area LEEDS. She also serves on several American Public Transportation Association committees and is a longtime member of the Women in Transportation Seminar and Conference of Minority Transportation Officials.
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