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The Transportation Summit Room Block is SOLD OUT. 

Why Attend?

Discover Industry Leadership and Innovation

The Georgia Transportation Summit, ACEC Georgia’s largest and most impactful annual event, is your premier opportunity to engage with the foremost leaders in Georgia’s transportation sector. Co-hosted with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), this summit serves as a vital forum for discussing the current state and future of transportation infrastructure in Georgia. Don’t miss out on key insights from top transportation leaders, elected officials, and industry professionals shaping our infrastructure's future.

Experience Comprehensive Knowledge Sharing

The Summit is packed with best-in-class content that informs and educates attendees on the latest transportation challenges and solutions. This all-day event features a General Session with transportation heads from GDOT and other state agencies, the prestigious Georgia Partnership for Transportation Quality (GPTQ) Awards, and engaging afternoon breakout sessions led by industry leaders. Expand your knowledge and stay ahead of industry trends with invaluable insights and practical solutions that will benefit your professional growth and your organization’s success.

Unparalleled Networking Opportunities

With over 1,500 attendees, the Georgia Transportation Summit provides unparalleled networking opportunities with transportation leaders, elected officials, and industry professionals from across the state. Forge meaningful connections, explore potential collaborations, and exchange ideas with key decision-makers in the transportation and engineering sectors. This is your chance to build a robust professional network that can open doors to new opportunities and partnerships.

Invest in Professional Development

Attendees at the Summit gain access to crucial knowledge and insights essential for professional development. The event’s comprehensive coverage ensures you are well-equipped to tackle current and future transportation challenges. Join us for a day of learning, networking, and celebrating excellence in infrastructure. Secure your spot at the Georgia Transportation Summit and invest in your professional growth and the advancement of Georgia’s transportation infrastructure.

Register now to attend and help shape the future of transportation in Georgia. Your participation is key to driving innovation and excellence in our industry. We look forward to seeing you there! 

General Session:

Breakout Sessions:

🛣️ Track 1 - Digital Delivery: A Cross-State Panel Discussion

Panelists:

• Tom Clower, Vice President, E.R. Snell 
• Lori Davidson, Senior Practice Builder & Senior Associate, Kimley Horn
• Nicole Williams, Practice Lead, Digital Delivery, Kimley Horn
• Sam Woods, State Roadway Design Engineer, Georgia DOT 

Moderator:

• Chris Marsengill, Practice Builder & Senior Project Manager, Kimley Horn
  

🛣️ Track 2 - Design Policy Updates

Presenters:

• Frank Flanders, Assistant State Design Policy Engineer, Georgia DOT
• Chris Goodson, Senior Ecology Section Manager, Georgia DOT

Moderator:

• Dan Pass, State Design Policy Engineer, Georgia DOT

🛣️ Track 3 - A Standard Guide for Standard Walls 

Presenters:

• Eugene Utsalo, Geotechnical Bureau Chief, Assistant State Materials Engineer, Georgia DOT

Moderator:

• Ian Rish, State Materials Engineer, Georgia DOT

🛣️ Track 4 - Improving the Construction Handoff

Presenters:

• Olu Anyaebosi, Program Manager, Georgia DOT
• Matt Carroll, Senior Ecologist, Georgia DOT
• Heather Mustonen, Archaeology Team Leader, Tribal Liaison, Georgia DOT

Moderator:

• Robert Elam, Assistant State Roadway Design Engineer, Georgia DOT

🛣️ Track 5 - Building Connections – Local Bridges and GDOT

Presenters:

• Janet Baileys, Bridge Program Analyst, Georgia DOT
• Steven Durham, Ph.D., P.E., Assistant Dean & Juneau Construction Company Professor in Civil Engineering, University of Georgia College of Engineering
• Jace Johnson, Graduate Student, University of Georgia College of Engineering
• Neoma Walker, Bridge Program Specialist

Moderator:

• Ellen Wright

🛣️ Track 1 - Considerations on Artificial Intelligence

Presenters:

• Carla Benton-Hooks, Environmental Program Manager, Georgia DOT
• Lauren Schramm
• Annette Simelaro, General Counsel, Georgia Department of Transportation

🛣️ Track 2 - Traffic Operations Updates

Presenters:

• Christina Barry, Assistant State Traffic Engineer, Georgia DOT
• Justin Hatch, Assistant State Traffic Engineer, Georgia DOT
• Ron Knezevich, State Safety Engineering Supervisor, Georgia DOT

Moderator:

• Sam Harris, State Traffic Engineer, Georgia DOT

🛣️ Track 3 - Project Manager Roundtable: Being Wise About ProjectWise

Presenters:

• Charles Robinson, Assistant State Program Delivery Administrator, Georgia DOT
• Walt Taylor, Civil Engineer, Georgia DOT
• Glenn Williams, Technology Implementation Consultant, Georgia DOT
• Adrienne Wise, Assistant State Right of Way Administrator, Georgia DOT

Moderator:

• Kerrie Boyette, Vice President, Transportation Regional Practice Leader, KCI Technologies

🛣️ Track 4 - P3 Division Update

Presenters:

• Marlo Clowers, Design-Build Program Manager, Georgia DOT
• Andrew Hoenig, P3 PreLet Assistant Administrator, Georgia DOT

Moderator:

• Hiral Patel, Director, Public Private Partnership Division, Georgia DOT

🛣️ Track 5 - Beyond Geometric Design: Designing for Right-of-Way, Operations and Maintenance – A Panel Discussion

Presenters:

• Joey Harris, Assistant Right-of-Way Administrator, Georgia DOT
• Fletcher Miller, Assistant State Roadway Design Engineer
• Pete Sewczwicz, Director of Public Works, City of Alpharetta

Moderator: 

• Justin Lott, District 1 Preconstruction Engineer, Georgia DOT

Dress Code: Business Attire

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations received on or before October 25, 2025 will be eligible for a full refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after October 25, 2025.