Region 7 Governor Official Nominee
Vision statement
Throughout my career, I have been deeply committed to promoting the field of civil engineering, with a particular focus on inspiring and supporting younger generations. This includes outreach to K-12 students, college students, and younger members. I believe that continuous encouragement and knowledge sharing at every stage of their development is crucial for the growth of our profession and membership, both in terms of quantity and quality.
My goal as governor is to engage actively with student chapters and younger member groups within our Region, ensuring they feel supported and understand the vital role they play in our Society. By fostering a strong connection with these groups, we can not only retain members as they graduate but also encourage them to advocate for ASCE within their own networks. This approach will help us grow our membership and enhance the impact of our organization.
Biographical statement
Education
- B.S. with Distinction in Civil Engineering, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa, 1996
Certification and licenses
- Licensed Professional Engineer, 2001
Work experience
- Iowa Department of Transportation, Local Systems Project Development Engineer, 2023-present
- Iowa Department of Transportation, Local Systems Urban Engineer, 2022-2023
- Shive-Hattery, Project Manager/Senior Transportation Engineer, 2016-2022
- JEO Consulting, Project Manager/Transportation Engineer, 2014-2016
- Snyder & Associates, Inc, Project Manager/Transportation Engineer, 2005-2014
- Stanley Consultants, Inc., Civil Engineer, 1997-2005
ASCE involvement
Society level
- Region 7 Governor, 2022-present
- Region 7 Assembly Delegate, 2008-2022
- National Committee on Career Development, 2011-2012
- Government Relations Fly-In, 2009-2010
- Governors and Presidents Forum, 2008-2009
- Multi-Region Leadership Conference, 2005, 2023-2024
- National Convention, 2008-2010
- Regional Concrete Canoe Competition Judge, 2015-2016, 2021-2024
Local level
- Iowa Section
- Centennial Committee Chair, 2019-2021
- State Report Card Committee, 2015, 2019, 2023
- Interim Secretary, 2012
- Past-President, 2010
- President, 2009
- Vice President, 2008
- Director, 2006-2007
- Associate Director, 2005
- Treasurer, 2004
Other volunteer activities
- High School Youth Group Leader, 2022-2024
- MathCounts Competition Planning Committee, Iowa Engineering Society, 2008-present
- Iowa Trails Summit Committee, 2018-2022
- Middle School Youth Group Leader, 2016-2020
- Indianola Middle School MathCounts Coach, 2011-2020
- Sunday School Teacher, 2007-2015
Awards
- ASCE Region 7, Lifetime Achievement Award, 2022
- Iowa Section ASCE, Iowa Section Award, 2021
