Elected Region 5 Governor

Vision statement

I have dedicated multiple years to actively serving ASCE, contributing at multiple levels, and my experience with the organization has been nothing short of fulfilling. My time spent in leadership roles at Branch, Section, and Region levels has been centered around creating a positive and lasting impact while providing immense value to members. I am particularly passionate about engaging with college students and future leaders, and it has been a driving force in my motivation to continue serving the organization. ASCE's Government Relations platform has been an invaluable resource in my personal and professional growth, particularly in navigating legislative activities as a Civil Engineer. I am confident that serving a full term as Region 5 Governor will enable me to continue promoting ASCE and serving my fellow engineers, while also bringing about positive change.

Biographical statement

Education

  • B.S. Civil Engineering, Auburn University, Auburn, AL, 2003

Certification and licenses

  • Professional Engineering License, State of Alabama

Work experience

  • Alabama Department of Transportation, Deputy State Construction Engineer, 2023-present
  • Alabama Department of Transportation, State Bridge Construction Engineer, 2017-2023
  • Alabama Department of Transportation, Bridge Design Engineer, 2004-2017
  • Alabama Army National Guard, Lieutenant Colonel, Blackhawk Helicopter Pilot, 1996-present
  • City of Auburn, AL, Firefighter, 1999-2004

ASCE involvement

Society level

  • Region 5 Governor, Alabama, 2020-present
  • Transportation Policy Committee, 2020-present
  • State Government Relations and Grassroots Committee, 2018-2020
  • Key Contact Committee, 2016-2018
  • Washington D.C. Fly-In Participant, 2015-2023

Local level

  • Alabama Section
  • President, 2019-2020
  • President-Elect, 2018-2019
  • Vice President, 2017-2018
  • Montgomery Branch
  • President, 2015-2017
  • Vice President, 2014-2015
  • Secretary/Treasurer, 2013-2014
  • Established Alabama Legislative Drive-In
  • Webmaster for Alabama Section and Montgomery Branch

Awards

  • Chi Epsilon
  • United States Military Awards: Meritorious Service Medal, Bronze Star Medal, Air Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal x 2, National Defense Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Army Reserve Components Overseas Training Ribbon, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Master Army Aviator Badge, and Basic Parachutist Badge