Amanda Parikh is a Senior Advisor at ThinkP3, a boutique DC-based consulting firm specializing in infrastructure strategy. With her decade of experience working in Congress, Amanda has intimate knowledge of how to negotiate effectively, find compromise, and navigate Federal programs.

Prior to joining ThinkP3, Amanda served as the Staff Director of a Subcommittee in the U.S. House of Representatives. In this capacity, she conducted oversight of federal programs, crafted legislation, public statements, and reports. Amanda also led numerous Congressional delegations to observe domestic and international transportation infrastructure best practices. She worked collaboratively across the aisle and orchestrated the successful passage of nine public laws, including the Transportation Security Acquisition Reform Act (P.L. 113-245). The law requires ongoing transparency and communication by the Transportation Security Administration with public and private sector partners.

Amanda spent years on Capitol Hill as a key stakeholder supporting Members of Congress in the oversight of grant allocations to state and local governments.

Amanda earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Affairs from the George Washington University. She completed USDA graduate school coursework in grant writing during her time on Capitol Hill.

Amanda sees significant potential for greater collaboration between government entities and the private sector, particularly as it relates to modernizing our nation’s infrastructure. From environmental considerations, to safety and security, Amanda focuses her time on helping private and public entities work hand-in-hand toward identifying opportunities and investing in infrastructure improvements.