Ieva Krištupāne

Ieva is an international exchange student from Riga Technical University in Riga, Latvia, currently attending the Master of Science in Real Estate (MSRE) program at the University of Washington as a Valle Scholar.

Prior to her graduate studies, Ieva earned a Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate Management from Riga Technical University and an Associate’s degree in Construction Management from Rezekne Academy of Technologies in Latvia.

In addition to studies, Ieva has built professional experience in infrastructure project delivery through her work on Rail Baltica, one of Europe’s largest rail infrastructure projects aimed at connecting the Baltic States to the European rail network. She currently serves as an Acting Expertise Project Manager, further developing her expertise in project management and coordination.

Ieva’s professional experience has strengthened her interest in real estate development, construction, and project management. She is particularly interested in the intersection of infrastructure, real estate, and strategic project delivery, combining analytical thinking, leadership, and problem-solving.