Dr. Tulinda Larsen

Dr. Tulinda Larsen is a practicing economist with experience in manufacturing and aerospace & defense industries. She is an advocate for women equality and was recognised in 2023 as one of Utah 30 Women to Watch, 40 Women-Over-40 and CIO Views Top 10 Most Inspiring Women to Follow in 2023.

University of Maryland Global Campus featured her in the May Alumni Magazine as a Champion for Women.

Dr. Larsen formerly was Executive Director, Utah Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Initiative (UAMMI), now 47G UAMMI Institute. UAMMI is a public-private partnership to elevate the advanced materials and advanced manufacturing industry in Utah. She served as the key spokesperson for UAMMI at industry events and before government agencies. She won more than $30 million in grants to support Utah's advanced manufacturing.

She began her career in Washington, D.C. as an economist at the US Department of Transportation, where she gained experience in the air transport industry. For more than 40 years, she has been a practicing economist studying various aspects of the aerospace industry. 

Dr. Larsen also was an Adjunct Professor in the School of Business, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide Campus. 

She holds a Doctorate of Management from University of Maryland Global Campus, BA and MA in economics from The George Washington University.