James Sullivan is a solution-driven expert with extensive experience in data collection, modeling, and analytics. He specializes in developing innovative approaches that provide data-driven insights to inform land-use planning and infrastructure development. James has supported federal, state, and municipal agencies by applying advanced analytical techniques such as network optimization, logistics, machine learning, geostatistics, and statistical testing to address complex challenges.
He thrives on collaboration with policymakers, modelers, engineers, and planners to translate data into actionable insights. His work has contributed to projects that help public agencies solve real-world problems and improve planning outcomes. James is also the author or co-author of over a dozen peer-reviewed publications.
His approach to work reflects a favorite quote: “Research is seeing what everyone else has seen and thinking what nobody else has thought.” In his spare time, James enjoys exploring new cities, playing disc golf, and hiking and canoeing in the Adirondacks. He lives in Burlington, Vermont.
Career Highlights
- Sullivan, J; Novak, D, 2024. A Method for Evaluating Accessibility in Transportation Problems Considering Social Vulnerability. European Journal of Operational Research.
- Sullivan, J et al, 2023. A New Risk-Based Measure of Link Criticality for Flood Risk Planning. Transportation.
Education
- PhD, Civil Engineering, University of Vermont
- MS, Civil Engineering, University of Vermont
- BS, Civil Engineering, Cornell University
