Joe Garvey
Strategic and results-driven software executive with over 20 years of experience specializing in the public and transportation infrastructure sectors, with a focus on Transportation Asset Management and software-driven solutions. As Managing Director at USMDG and Chief Growth Officer at AssetIntel, Joe Garvey combines deep knowledge of market expansion, strategic partnerships, and digital transformation to drive innovation and operational efficiency for infrastructure owners and engineering firms. Joe’s mergers and acquisitions (M&A) experience—having bought and sold companies—further strengthens his ability to deliver measurable growth and organizational value.
Known as a mentor and coach, Joe is committed to developing future leaders while advancing the industry. He holds an MBA and an MA in Latin American Economics from the University of Texas at Austin, providing a strong foundation in strategic business growth, global markets, and economic analysis. His international academic experience includes studies at ITESM (Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey) in Monterrey, Mexico, and Middlesex University in London, England. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance from Iowa State University.
Outside of work, he is an avid traveler, active mountain biker, and enjoys family life in Austin, Texas.
Core Competencies
- Public Sector Go-To-Market Strategy
- Transportation Asset Management
- Cloud and SaaS Solutions & Digital Transformation
- Strategic Partnerships & Market Expansion
- Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Preparation, Selection & Transaction
- Executive Development & Leadership
- High-Level Negotiations & Proposal Development
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