Calvin Thigpen

Calvin is Toole Design’s New Mobility Practice Lead, with private sector and research experience in developing plans and programs for shared micromobility, including safety initiatives, parking plans, and equity programs. Calvin earned his PhD in Transportation Technology & Policy from the University of California, Davis. His experience includes analyzing the effects of cities’ bike infrastructure implementation on Lime ridership and safety outcomes, identifying best practices for shared micromobility parking and implementation, and evaluating municipal regulations and their impact on shared micromobility programs.

Calvin is passionate about helping communities make the most of shared micromobility and other new mobility options, by finding ways to regulate and plan for systems that improve overall safety, equity, and sustainability outcomes. He has also been active in the Transportation Research Board, serving on the Bicycle Research Committee for seven years and chairing the Powered Micromobility Subcommittee for three years.

Outside of work, you’ll find Calvin running, biking, or exploring the city with his wife, two kids, and their dog, Ness.