Experienced Leader to Spearhead Marketing Initiatives and Drive Growth Strategies

Dudek, a leading US planning, environmental, and engineering consulting firm, today announced the appointment of Kristine Thorpe as its Vice President of Marketing, effective April 1, 2024. With a rich background in sales, marketing, and client services within the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry, Thorpe brings a wealth of expertise to her role in advancing Dudek’s marketing endeavors.

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Kristine Thorpe, Vice President of Marketing, Dudek (Photo: Business Wire)

“We are thrilled to welcome Kristine to our leadership team. Her extensive experience, coupled with her proven track record in driving strategic marketing initiatives, makes her a valuable addition to Dudek,” said Joe Monaco, President and CEO of Dudek. "Kristine’s leadership will be instrumental in elevating our brand presence, fostering client relationships, and driving growth across our markets," Monaco added.

Thorpe’s career highlights include directing global project positioning, managing multi-million-dollar initiatives, and implementing award-winning client engagement programs. Her expertise extends to strategic planning, client experience enhancement, and remote team leadership, all aligning seamlessly with Dudek’s vision for innovation and growth.

In her new role, Thorpe aims to elevate Dudek’s position as a leader in the AEC industry and will be responsible for shaping and executing comprehensive marketing strategies, enhancing client engagement initiatives, and driving brand visibility across multiple platforms.

"I am honored to join the exceptional team at Dudek and lead the marketing efforts of such a dynamic and respected organization," said Thorpe. "I am eager to leverage my experience to drive impactful marketing strategies that align with Dudek’s mission, contribute to the firm's continued success and provide excellent experiences for our clients."

Thorpe holds a graduate degree in Communication from the University of Colorado, Denver where she graduated with distinction.

About Dudek:

Dudek is a 100% employee-owned, multidisciplinary planning, environmental, and engineering consulting firm based in Encinitas, CA. We empower clients throughout the United States to DU more™ for communities and the environment. Dudek is one of the Top 110 U.S. Environmental Firms (Engineering News-Record, 2023) and a nationally recognized Top Workplace and Culture Excellence Award-winning firm (Energage, 2024). Learn more at www.Dudek.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and Glassdoor.

Adrianne Cruz ajcruz@dudek.com 760.479.4269