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ENCINITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--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. “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