TWM Welcomes Two Strategic Leaders to Drive Growth & Excellence

Swansea, IL - TWM, Inc., one of the top engineering and geospatial firms in the greater St. Louis area, is excited to announce two dynamic additions to the team. Please join us in welcoming Kelly Ralston, ACTCP, our new Director of Business Development, and Alicia Kamischke, PE, SE, PMP, LEED AP BD+C, our new Project Management Officer. These new hires reflect TWM’s continued investment in strengthening client relationships, enhancing operational excellence, and supporting growth throughout the Midwest and Southeast regions.

As Director of Business Development, Kelly will focus on connecting with clients, leading engagement initiatives, uncovering new partnership development, and supporting our mission to deliver effective, efficient, and economical solutions. She brings a passion for relationship-building and a proven track record in business development efforts across engineering, construction, architecture, and design industries. Throughout her 25-year career, Kelly has concentrated on connecting people, projects, and purpose. Drawing from her background as a Senior Project Manager in land development, architecture, and civil engineering, and as a Code Specialist for architects and construction firms, she thrives on bringing teams together to create outcomes that serve and strengthen both clients and communities. Her credentials include ACTCP Certification for ADA Coordinators and ADA Standards Certification (NAAC), among many others. Kelly earned her B.S. in Architectural Technology/Construction Management from Ranken Technical College in St. Louis, MO.

“What drew me to TWM is the people and the culture,” said Kelly. “There’s a shared passion for collaboration and problem-solving here that goes beyond engineering—it’s about building relationships and delivering solutions that make a lasting impact.”
Kelly Ralston | TWM Director of Business Development

In her role as Project Management Officer, Alicia will champion consistency and excellence across our project management procedures, helping teams work smarter, communicate better, and deliver the exceptional services that reflect TWM’s mission. With a strong background in structural engineering as well as project management, she understands the importance of achieving project objectives through a consistent and efficient approach. With over 17 years in the industry, Alicia has focused on creating smoother workflows, strengthening collaboration, and keeping clients informed every step of the way. She received the Young Civil Engineer of the Year award in 2016 from the ASCE Central Illinois Chapter and was recognized as one of the 40 Leaders under Forty Class of 2024 in Peoria, IL. Alicia earned her Master of Business Administration from Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville, IL and her M.S. in Civil Engineering from Bradley University in Peoria, IL.
Alicia Kamischke | TWM Project Management Officer “I’m thrilled to help shape the next chapter of growth at TWM,” said Alicia. “Joining a team that values innovation and progress gives me the chance to build on TWM’s strong foundation and help empower people to do their best work.”

“We’re thrilled to welcome Kelly and Alicia to our leadership team,” said Derek Twente, PLS, EI, Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice-President at TWM. “Their insight and experience will help us continue building on what makes TWM special—our people, our culture, and our spirit of continuous improvement.” TWM looks forward to the positive impact these leaders will bring as the firm continues to expand and serve clients across the United States.