Dr. Rongfang (Rachel) Liu, the UPS Endowed Professor of Supply Chain Management and Director of the Transportation Institute at Deese College of Business & Economics, North Carolina A&T State University, brings extensive expertise in intermodal transportation planning, engineering, demand forecasting, and simulation modeling. Her vast experience includes managing long-range transportation plans for diverse government agencies and private sector clients. With a background spanning consulting firms, research institutes, and government agencies, Dr. Liu is renowned for her leadership roles and technical prowess in guideway transportation and urban development.

With degrees from Beijing University, China, and advanced degrees in Urban Regional Planning and Civil Engineering from the United States, Dr. Liu has over two decades of experience as a transportation engineering professor. She adeptly integrates theoretical frameworks into real-world projects, evident through her diverse portfolio ranging from small to large-scale endeavors.

Dr. Liu's contributions extend beyond academia, with numerous publications in esteemed transportation journals and active involvement in Transportation Research Board committees. Passionate about global engagement, she enjoys traveling and connecting with diverse individuals worldwide.