Ryan Peterson is a Senior Planner at Epstein, specializing in the intersection of safety and urban design in bicycle, pedestrian, downtown and transit planning. With experience as the Bike & Pedestrian Coordinator for Kane County and Senior Transportation Planner for McHenry County, he now leads several safety-related projects, most notably the McHenry County and Will County Safety Action Plans. These initiatives focus on reducing traffic-related injuries and fatalities, particularly for vulnerable road users, through data-driven strategies and urban design solutions.

Ryan's expertise spans crash analysis, policy development, public engagement, and the use of ArcGIS for mapping and data visualization. He integrates safety with sustainable urban design, creating spaces that prioritize pedestrian and cyclist safety while improving overall mobility.

Ryan holds a Master's in Urban Planning from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and is committed to advancing equity and innovation in transportation and urban design. His work reflects a holistic approach to urban planning, focused on creating safer, more livable communities through design and engagement.