WASHINGTON, DC, November 20, 2024 – Lindahl Reed, Inc. (Lindahl Reed), a leading provider of technical, scientific, engineering, and research services to the U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Defense, and other federal agencies is pleased to welcome Heidi Nelkie to its Leadership Team as the Vice President of Transportation and Resilience.
Ms. Nelkie is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience managing high-impact contracts across multiple federal agencies, including: Department of Energy; Department of Transportation; Environmental Protection Agency; Federal Emergency Management Agency; Federal Highway Administration; Federal Railroad Administration; Federal Transit Administration; and, the National Park Service. Ms. Nelkie’s expertise spans a wide range of consulting areas, including: strategic planning, grants management, energy resiliency, energy transmission and storage, emergency preparedness, post-disaster recovery, project and construction management, technical assistance, environmental compliance, cost estimating, and design oversight.
With a proven ability to deliver high-quality services, Ms. Nelkie has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership in supporting diverse Federal missions, from strategic, high-level program planning to hands-on execution in complex environments. She brings an unparalleled depth of knowledge and a track record of success in driving Federal initiatives to completion. “I’m proud to be part of the Lindahl Reed team, working with talented colleagues, and leveraging our collective expertise where we are driven by a bold mission to support the federal government’s efforts in building a more resilient, secure, and healthier future for all,” expressed Ms. Nelkie. “I’m honored to be working alongside Nicole Hough, our founder and President, and look forward to bringing my perspectives and experiences gained as a woman in leadership to further enhance and influence the growth and success of the work we do at Lindahl Reed.”
“Expansion of services across the transportation sector are part of Lindahl Reed’s growth strategy, and resiliency has long been a focus area of Lindahl Reed,” said Nicole Hough, Lindahl Reed’s President and CEO. “We are both pleased and fortunate to have Heidi Nelkie’s experience and vision leading the way for us, and are thrilled she has joined Lindahl Reed.”
Lindahl Reed is an SBA certified 8(a) participant, SDB, WOSB, and EDWOSB that empowers tomorrow by inspiring change and shaping a better future. We tackle our clients’ most critical challenges through our industry-leading expertise and innovative approaches. Lindahl Reed advances missions that protect communities, strengthen resilience, and secure a sustainable, thriving world for future generations. More information can be found at https://lindahlreed.com.
