Proven leader and accomplished infrastructure professional to expand opportunities and grow operations
DALLAS (July 18, 2024) – HNTB Corporation, a leading infrastructure solutions firm, has named Ashley Frederick Booth North Texas-Arkansas office leader and senior vice president, overseeing offices in Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano and Little Rock. He succeeds former office leader Steve Knobbe, PE who was appointed to HNTB’s Northwest Division president.
Booth most recently served as HNTB’s Wisconsin office leader, where he significantly grew local operations, the number of full-time employees and built a thriving intern program to meet client needs.
“Ashley will foster an environment that promotes personal growth and career advancement while delivering exceptional value to our clients and the communities we serve,” said Scott Haywood, HNTB’s Central Division president. “His emphasis on collaboration and technical excellence, coupled with a deep understanding of the challenges in delivering complex infrastructure projects will be immensely beneficial to both the firm and our clients.”
Booth, a seasoned industry veteran with two decades of experience delivering complex programs and projects, joined HNTB in 2007 as a senior planner. Throughout his extensive career, he has consistently demonstrated his ability to deliver complex programs and projects, strengthen client relationships, and grow and develop talent.
“I am thrilled to take on this new role and lead the incredibly talented team in North Texas and Arkansas. Together, we will continue to deliver best-in-class service and innovative infrastructure solutions to our clients,” said Booth.
As office leader, Booth will lead a team of multi-disciplinary professionals committed to improving mobility across the region through highway, bridge, toll, aviation and transit projects, as well as emerging transportation technologies. He will oversee all office operations, including project delivery, client relations, business development and employee development.
Booth earned a master’s degree in urban studies and affairs from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee and a bachelor’s degree in urban studies from the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay.