Overview

Personal Profile

Wes Maurer leads the development and implementation of his research center’s strategic plan, which aligns research and deployment efforts with emerging trends and key industry needs, focusing on areas such as electric vehicle infrastructure, renewable energy integration, and advanced mobility solutions. Additionally, he drives next-generation energy and transportation advancements through strategic collaboration, partnerships, and management of key initiatives.

Professional Experience

National Director, Transportation Technology and Energy, Felsburg Holt and Ullevig (2023)

Vice President, Director, and Founder, Center for New Energy Solutions, Gannett Fleming (2021–2023)

Head of Policy and Innovation, Colorado Department of Transportation (2017–2021)

Manager, Transportation, Colorado Governor’s Energy Office (2014–2017)

Lead Investigator, Resilience Policy and Planning, National Science Foundation (2010–2014)

Senior Transportation Planner, Champaign County Regional Planning Commission (2013–2014)

Natural Resources Specialist, U.S. Peace Corps (2008–2010)

Education/Academic Qualification

Certified Planner, American Institute of Certified Planners

Master, Urban and Regional Planning, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Bachelor, Environmental Science, Winona State University