Jim Madara
Madara, a senior vice president with Gannett Fleming, has made a mark as an engineer, volunteer association leader, and good corporate citizen for more than 60 years. He served as the firm’s first general manager, and established its first human resources and business development divisions. A registered engineer in 12 states, he helped lead the expansion of its operations in California, Seattle, and international projects in the Far East. He was a principal on major rail transit, interstate highway, and toll-road projects.
An ARTBA member for more than 50 years, his leadership positions are unmatched: 1993 chairman, senior vice chairman, treasurer, western region vice chairman, Planning & Design Division president, membership development chairman, Foundation trustee, and chairman of the Past Chairman’s Council.
He has made hundreds of presentations to civic, local and church groups about the importance of infrastructure investment to jobs, the economy, and quality of life. He also mentors middle school students in math and sciences in the Allentown, Pennsylvania area.
