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July 2024

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with more than 85 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

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The WTS Emerging Leaders Program was instrumental in both Ayesha and Allyson's professional development. They joined WTS during the pandemic and emphasize the importance of programs like WTS that support professional growth, provide networking opportunities and foster a sense of community, especially in times of remote work and isolation. Monthly meetings featured diverse topics relevant to their field including self-awareness, workplace dynamics, personal branding, goal setting, performance reviews, leadership skills and crisis management. These sessions equipped them with practical tools and knowledge that can be applied to their roles. One of the most enriching aspects of the program was the guest speakers. Hearing directly from industry leaders about their projects and experiences has been both informative and motivating.

Most importantly, connecting with women in all different stages of their careers have fostered a sense of camaraderie and support among the women leaders as they navigate their careers.

Ayesha is a civil associate at Michael Baker International, where she provides support for the design of transportation infrastructure projects specializing in highway and roadway design. She was recognized as one of the 2023 Top Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Professionals Under 40 by Greater Valley Forge (GVF) based on her contributions to multi-modal transportation projects. She also was named the recipient of the 2023 Emerging Leader Award at the COMTO National Meeting and Training Conference. Furthermore, Ayesha was honored with the 2024 Temple University 30 Under 30 Award. Additionally, Ayesha is part of the 2023-2024 WTS Emerging Leader program. This group of young professionals meet bi-monthly to develop professional skills, meet accomplished chapter figures and kick-start their own personal networks of peers in the industry. Recently, Ayesha traveled to Rwanda as a part of a team from Michael Baker to construct a trail bridge in partnership with Bridges to Prosperity (B2P).

Allyson serves as an extension of staff as the On Call Construction Program Manager in the Capital Development Group at Philadelphia International Airport. She is responsible for providing program and project oversight for the On Call Public Works Construction contracts, which complete tasks of varying size and complexity. She was proud to represent Michael Baker on the 2023 Bridges To Prosperity Team, traveling to Rwanda, Africa, to build a footbridge in a rural community to improve access to educational and economic opportunities, as well as other vital resources. More recently, Allyson has been serving on the “45 in 45” Initiative Committee supporting WTS’ goal of achieving 45 new, different, exciting and engaging activities during WTS Philadelphia’s 45th Anniversary year. 

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Local Offices:

Allentown
645 West Hamilton Street, Suite 206
Allentown, PA 18101
Office: 484.781.6300
Email:  [email protected]

Fort Washington
500 Office Center Drive, Suite 210
Fort Washington, PA 19034
Office: 215.444.0888
Email:  [email protected]

Philadelphia
1818 Market Street, Suite 3110
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Office: 215.568.0539
Email:  [email protected]