John Hersey

Biography

John Hersey, Principal Active Transportation Lead, is a seasoned urban planner and educator with experience advancing data-driven and tailored solutions across the public, private, and academic sectors. As Founding Principal of Sustainable Urban Planning Advisors, LLC and former Assistant Teaching Professor at the University of Colorado Boulder, John brings deep expertise in mobility infrastructure, housing policy, and land use planning. His career spans leadership roles at the MBTA, RTD, and Enterprise Community Partners, where he led initiatives that integrated transportation, development, and climate goals. A published researcher and frequent speaker, John is recognized for his innovative work in parking reform, equitable TOD, and community engagement.