Caroline Decker Named to COMTO 2026 Celebrating Women Who Move the Nation Class

At GFT, Decker leads the firm’s government affairs and policy strategy. This distinction by COMTO reinforces GFT’s role in helping deliver critical infrastructure investments through informed advocacy, strong public-sector collaboration, and a deep understanding of today’s policy and funding landscape.

“Caroline brings a deep understanding of how policy decisions shape infrastructure investment and delivery,” said GFT Chief Executive Officer Mike Orth. “That perspective is critical as our clients deliver complex transportation programs.”

Decker’s influence has reached the highest levels of transportation policy and program delivery. On Capitol Hill, she helped advance landmark legislation, including securing the Full Funding Grant Agreement (FFGA) and federal funding for Nashville’s commuter rail system and the creation of the Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing program.

She later held senior leadership roles at Amtrak, where she led government affairs and corporate communications. She also served as vice president of the Northeast Corridor service line.

COMTO is a North American organization focused on expanding opportunity and impact in transportation. Its Celebrating Women Who Move the Nation program highlights a select group of leaders each year who are driving progress in policy, infrastructure development, and mobility.

As a COMTO industry partner and event sponsor, GFT supports initiatives that strengthen leadership and expand access in the transportation sector.