United States
Leadership Bio
Michael Walsh
Vice President Elevator Construction Consultants
Michael Walsh brings over 36 years of hands-on experience in the elevator and escalator industry, beginning his career as an apprentice and progressing through installation, modernization, and maintenance roles. After owning and selling Allied Elevator in 2015, he shifted his focus to consulting, joining LF Driscoll as Senior Project Manager of Vertical Transportation. There, he supported over 43 projects, including the high-profile PennFirst Pavilion and the large-scale CHOP New Patient Tower, both complex healthcare facilities with extensive vertical transportation systems. In 2025, Michael was promoted to Vice President. In his current role, he leads STO Building Group’s Elevator Construction Consultants (ECC), a service line dedicated to improving elevator system performance, efficiency, and compliance.Â
Prior to LF Driscoll, Michael managed national accounts at Citywide Elevator Consultants, overseeing more than 25 modernization projects across the country. He holds over 20 certifications on diverse elevator systems and is a certified elevator mechanic and National QEI Certified Elevator Inspector, licensed in multiple states. His expertise is further recognized through his service on four National ASME Code Committees, helping shape industry standards.
Beyond his professional achievements, Michael is a U.S. Air Force veteran and a passionate advocate for veterans’ causes. In 2009, he founded “A Lift for a Vet,” a nonprofit that installs elevators and wheelchair lifts for veterans in need. Michael also volunteers with the American Red Cross Disaster Preparedness and Recovery Team, continuing his commitment to service in both his industry and community.