Policy Forums
Construction
Focuses on issues such as risk allocation, environmental regulations, and Buy America requirements.
Co-Chairs:
Al Hoffman, Road-Con
Ananth Prasad, Florida Transportation Builders’ Association
Mike Mangione, HNTB
Staff Liaison: Rich Juliano
Innovation & Technology
Covers such areas as digital construction, artificial intelligence, technology, and innovations in design, materials and construction.
Co-Chairs:
Cyndee Hoagland, Trimble
Dustin Olson, WW Clyde
Will Sharp, HDR
Staff Liaison: Allison Klein
Safety
Reviews and recommends policies, best practices, training and education to improve the safety and health of workers and motorists.
Co-Chairs:
Laura Huizinga, Lindsay Transportation Solutions
Bernie Arseneau, HDR
Michael P. Higgins, Concrete General, Inc.
Staff Liaison: Brad Sant
Councils
Industry Leader Development Council (ILDC)
Provides a home for graduates of our Industry Leader Development Program (ILDP) to continue their engagement in the association's policy development, member recruitment and grassroots activities.
Chair: Ben Lehr, Chen Moore and Associates
Staff Liaison: Allison Klein
Surface Transportation Advisory Council
Studies, coordinates and proposes modifications to existing association surface transportation policy as warranted by new federal laws and evolving industry priorities.
Chair: Jeff Nelson, David Nelson Construction Co.
Staff Liaison: Lauren Schapker
Women Leaders in Transportation Design & Construction Council
Promotes leadership and career advancement for female professionals through networking, mentoring, recognition and educational activities.
Chair: Susan Martinovich, HNTB
Staff Liaison: Allison Klein
Workforce Development Council
Serves as a platform for members and state chapters across the country to share information and best practices in recruitment, retention, training, creating a safe and healthy work environment.
Co-Chairs: Nick DiBartolo (Rogers Group) and Jorge Quezada (Granite Construction)
Staff Liaison: Carolyn Kramer Simons