Central Northeast Florida Section ITE
Formed in 2020 under the OneITE initiative, the Central-Northeast Florida ITE Section (CNFLITE) serves as a networking and knowledge transfer platform for a brilliant group of Transportation intellectuals in Central and Northeast Florida. With nearly 400 membership to date, CNFLITE is home to four student chapters (University of North Florida, University of Florida, University of Central Florida, and Embry Riddle Aeronautical University) and one local chapter serving northeast Florida (First Coast ITE).
Upcoming Events
Join us in Orlando for ITE's Annual Meeting and Exhibition
FLPRITE Members - We hope that you will take the opportunity to engage with the larger international community of ITE members as we host the 2025 Annual Meeting in Orlando in August. This will be a great opportunity to learn from other transportation professionals from across the country and around the globe. Early-bird registration is open from now until June 27, 2025. Click here to register
As a part of the Annual Meeting, we will be holding a special FLPRITE District event on Monday, August 11 at Cuba Libre. You do not have to attend the conference to attend this District event. However, if you are attending the conference, you will need to add the ticket for this event to your registration package. More information on this fun event can be found here. Registration for this event can be done via the registration link above.
FLPRITE Members - We hope that you will take the opportunity to engage with the larger international community of ITE members as we host the 2025 Annual Meeting in Orlando in August. This will be a great opportunity to learn from other transportation professionals from across the country and around the globe. Early-bird registration is open from now until June 27, 2025. Click here to register
As a part of the Annual Meeting, we will be holding a special FLPRITE District event on Monday, August 11 at Cuba Libre. You do not have to attend the conference to attend this District event. However, if you are attending the conference, you will need to add the ticket for this event to your registration package. More information on this fun event can be found here. Registration for this event can be done via the registration link above.
Recent Past Events
Unveiling 2025
Our end of the year event, Unveiling 2025, was a hit! We had a full house and recieved a great presentation from Steve McWilliams, PE, on a program update on Moving I4 Forward.Steve is the project delivery and risk mitigation lead for the program. Awards were presented and are listed below. New board members were appointed as well. We enjoyed a delicous lunch at Second Harvest Food Bank. Thank you to everyone for attending and enjoying this event with us!
2024 Transplex Conference: Transforming Transportation Together
May 7 - 9, Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront
May 7 - 9, Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront
2024 Student Leadership Summit, February 9-11, 2024, University of Florida
Hosted by UF ITE Student Chapter
SLS is the largest student-led transportation conference in the State of Florida. Through the promotion of leadership and professional development, SLS aims to provide the next generation of professionals with an unforgettable learning and networking opportunity. The program is tailored towards students and professionals, and it is a great opportunity to meet and network with the upcoming class of transportation professionals.
Hosted by UF ITE Student Chapter
SLS is the largest student-led transportation conference in the State of Florida. Through the promotion of leadership and professional development, SLS aims to provide the next generation of professionals with an unforgettable learning and networking opportunity. The program is tailored towards students and professionals, and it is a great opportunity to meet and network with the upcoming class of transportation professionals.
February 13, 11:30 AM: Work Management Tools
We've got something exciting lined up for you! 🚀 Mark your calendars for February 13, 11:30 AM, as we learn from Bjorg Olafs, PE, from HNTB how Work Management Tools can be game-changing for your team.
Abstract: In 2019, Bjorg Olafs proposed to her client to build a work management tool to elevate her team's performance. Since then, she has built similar tools for a few teams. This tool was instrumental in maintaining productivity during the COVID-19 pandemic and has maintained its value after the return to office and hybrid policies were implemented. This tool has quintupled her team's output by streamlining tasks and collaborative efforts.
Event Details:
Date: February 13, 2024
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM ET
Location: HDR Orlando Office
315 E Robinson Street
Suite 400
Orlando, FL 32801
Who is Bjorg Olafs?
Bjorg Olafs is a Senior Project Engineer for HNTB Corporation, a leading national civil infrastructure solutions engineering firm. Bjorg is a professional engineer with 10 years of experience in transportation engineering, working on projects for the state transportation authorities, including Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Districts 2 and 5. Bjorg is currently providing in-house support to District 5, where she works closely with Department staff to manage the TSM&O and traffic operations pushbutton design program, is Engineer of Record on signalization/ITS and minor roadway projects, and serves as a consultant project manager on traditional let signalization and intelligent transportation system projects. Prior to joining HNTB, Bjorg worked as a Construction Engineering Inspector (CEI) on bridge rehabilitation projects, project sizes ranging from $2.6 million to $8.3 million. Other experience includes project management on local agency projects on or off the State Highway System (SHS), technical reviews of signalization and ITS projects, special contracting for fast response contracts, and agile project and program management. Outside of traditional work practices, Bjorg serves as HNTB's recruitment champion at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, which includes speaking at student information sessions and attending career expos. Bjorg is a STEM advocate and last year mentored a masters student at Embry-Riddle and spoke at an ACE Mentor Program of America (Tampa) meeting to encourage STEM high school students to consider the transportation industry for their future profession. Bjorg has a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where she was recruited from Iceland to play collegiate soccer alongside her studies.
If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]
We've got something exciting lined up for you! 🚀 Mark your calendars for February 13, 11:30 AM, as we learn from Bjorg Olafs, PE, from HNTB how Work Management Tools can be game-changing for your team.
Abstract: In 2019, Bjorg Olafs proposed to her client to build a work management tool to elevate her team's performance. Since then, she has built similar tools for a few teams. This tool was instrumental in maintaining productivity during the COVID-19 pandemic and has maintained its value after the return to office and hybrid policies were implemented. This tool has quintupled her team's output by streamlining tasks and collaborative efforts.
Event Details:
Date: February 13, 2024
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM ET
Location: HDR Orlando Office
315 E Robinson Street
Suite 400
Orlando, FL 32801
Who is Bjorg Olafs?
Bjorg Olafs is a Senior Project Engineer for HNTB Corporation, a leading national civil infrastructure solutions engineering firm. Bjorg is a professional engineer with 10 years of experience in transportation engineering, working on projects for the state transportation authorities, including Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Districts 2 and 5. Bjorg is currently providing in-house support to District 5, where she works closely with Department staff to manage the TSM&O and traffic operations pushbutton design program, is Engineer of Record on signalization/ITS and minor roadway projects, and serves as a consultant project manager on traditional let signalization and intelligent transportation system projects. Prior to joining HNTB, Bjorg worked as a Construction Engineering Inspector (CEI) on bridge rehabilitation projects, project sizes ranging from $2.6 million to $8.3 million. Other experience includes project management on local agency projects on or off the State Highway System (SHS), technical reviews of signalization and ITS projects, special contracting for fast response contracts, and agile project and program management. Outside of traditional work practices, Bjorg serves as HNTB's recruitment champion at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, which includes speaking at student information sessions and attending career expos. Bjorg is a STEM advocate and last year mentored a masters student at Embry-Riddle and spoke at an ACE Mentor Program of America (Tampa) meeting to encourage STEM high school students to consider the transportation industry for their future profession. Bjorg has a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where she was recruited from Iceland to play collegiate soccer alongside her studies.
If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]
We are excited to invite you to the Central Northeast Florida ITE Section (CNFLITE) "Unveiling 2024" event, where we will celebrate a fantastic year together. Join us for an exciting panelist discussion, new officers installation ceremony, recognition of local award recipients, and enjoy a complimentary lunch with your fellow members ($20 for non-members).
Event Details:
* Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2023
* Time: 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
* Location: Second Harvest Food Bank
411 Mercy Drive
Orlando, FL 32805
This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with your fellow transportation professionals, gain valuable insights from our panelists, and celebrate our achievements as an organization. We're excited to unveil what's in store for CNFLITE in 2024, and your presence will make this event even more special.
Please RSVP by November 30th. We look forward to seeing you at the Second Harvest Food Bank on December 5th. Let's make this a memorable event as we head into the new year!
If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact us at [email protected]
Event Details:
* Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2023
* Time: 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
* Location: Second Harvest Food Bank
411 Mercy Drive
Orlando, FL 32805
This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with your fellow transportation professionals, gain valuable insights from our panelists, and celebrate our achievements as an organization. We're excited to unveil what's in store for CNFLITE in 2024, and your presence will make this event even more special.
Please RSVP by November 30th. We look forward to seeing you at the Second Harvest Food Bank on December 5th. Let's make this a memorable event as we head into the new year!
If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact us at [email protected]
June 6: Brightline Station and Vehicle Maintenance Facility Tour
Thanks to Brightline Trains, current commuters will very soon (from Sept 1, 2023) enjoy the option to relax and be productive during their commute time from Orlando to Miami and vice versa. CNFLITE organized a tour lead by Katie Mitzner, Director of Public Affairs for Brightline, of the Brightline terminal, lounge, platforms, and the vehicle maintenance facility prior to it's opening. The Structural Engineer for all of the bridges constructed gave us a thorough overview of the innovative bridges within the Brightline project. Good to know about all the first mile/last mile options Brightline will be offering, background of naming 'Mary Mary' Bar, smooth security system, kids playground, lounge facilities and more. Brightline made history as the fastest train in Central Florida. We had a great turnout!
Thanks to Brightline Trains, current commuters will very soon (from Sept 1, 2023) enjoy the option to relax and be productive during their commute time from Orlando to Miami and vice versa. CNFLITE organized a tour lead by Katie Mitzner, Director of Public Affairs for Brightline, of the Brightline terminal, lounge, platforms, and the vehicle maintenance facility prior to it's opening. The Structural Engineer for all of the bridges constructed gave us a thorough overview of the innovative bridges within the Brightline project. Good to know about all the first mile/last mile options Brightline will be offering, background of naming 'Mary Mary' Bar, smooth security system, kids playground, lounge facilities and more. Brightline made history as the fastest train in Central Florida. We had a great turnout!
Board of Directors
Officers |
Committee Chairs |
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President: Claudio Figueroa, PE, PTOE
Vice President: Morgan Smith, PE, RSP1 Treasurer: Griffin Holloway Secretary: Md Sakoat Hossan, Ph.D, PE, PMP, PTOE, RSP2i Past President/District Representative: Usha Nadella, PE |
FCITE Representative: Tate Madden
Membership Enhancement Committee: Claudio Figueroa, PE, PTOE Young Members Committee: Travis Stewart, PE Sponsorship Committee: John Greist Social Media Committee: Harrison Forder, PE, IMSA TS II Technical Events Coordinator: Kent Blunt, PE, pTEO, RSP2 |
Awards
At the end of the year event, Unveiling 2025, we were happy to award the following:
Innovative Transportation Professional of the Year: Dr. Patricia Tice
Public Sector Transportation Professional of the Year: Yougens Pierre, PE
Private Sector Transportation Professional of the Year: Kari Pucker, PE, PTOE RSP1
Planning Professional of the Year: Jacques A. Coulon, AICP
Fellowship Member of the Year: Kent Blunt, PE, PTOE
Young Member of the Year: Md Rafiur Rahman
Chapter Appreciation Award: First Coast ITE
Innovative Transportation Professional of the Year: Dr. Patricia Tice
Public Sector Transportation Professional of the Year: Yougens Pierre, PE
Private Sector Transportation Professional of the Year: Kari Pucker, PE, PTOE RSP1
Planning Professional of the Year: Jacques A. Coulon, AICP
Fellowship Member of the Year: Kent Blunt, PE, PTOE
Young Member of the Year: Md Rafiur Rahman
Chapter Appreciation Award: First Coast ITE
Sponsors
Dear Potential Sponsor:
The ITE Central-Northeast Florida Section (CNFLITE) serves as a networking and knowledge transfer platform for a brilliant group of transportation professionals in Central and Northeast Florida. With over 350 members to date, CNFLITE is home to four student chapters (University of North Florida, University of Florida, University of Central Florida, and Embry Riddle Aeronautical University) and one local chapter serving northeast Florida (First Coast ITE).
The CNFLITE Section is excited to announce that we have restructured our annual Section Sponsorship program to include three sponsorship packages. The CNFLITE sponsorship packages now include Company logo recognition, Job posting on CNFLITE Section website, Company spotlight on CNFLITE LinkedIn post, CNFLITE monthly event speaker selection prioritization, CNFLITE monthly event luncheon sponsorship recognition, CNFLITE student chapter sponsorship recognition, and CNFLITE annual event sponsorship recognition.
Details on the three sponsorship packages to choose from for one full year starting in April 2025 are provided on page 2 and range from $250 to $850.
To sponsor the CNFLITE Section in 2025:
7525 Currency Drive
Orlando, FL 32809
To pay with a credit card, please use the link below. On the payment screen, if you choose not to donate to Zeffy, please change the drop down to “Other” and the contribution amount to $0.
The ITE Central-Northeast Florida Section (CNFLITE) serves as a networking and knowledge transfer platform for a brilliant group of transportation professionals in Central and Northeast Florida. With over 350 members to date, CNFLITE is home to four student chapters (University of North Florida, University of Florida, University of Central Florida, and Embry Riddle Aeronautical University) and one local chapter serving northeast Florida (First Coast ITE).
The CNFLITE Section is excited to announce that we have restructured our annual Section Sponsorship program to include three sponsorship packages. The CNFLITE sponsorship packages now include Company logo recognition, Job posting on CNFLITE Section website, Company spotlight on CNFLITE LinkedIn post, CNFLITE monthly event speaker selection prioritization, CNFLITE monthly event luncheon sponsorship recognition, CNFLITE student chapter sponsorship recognition, and CNFLITE annual event sponsorship recognition.
Details on the three sponsorship packages to choose from for one full year starting in April 2025 are provided on page 2 and range from $250 to $850.
To sponsor the CNFLITE Section in 2025:
- Select the Section sponsorship package that best fits your organization.
- Email your sponsorship package selection and company logo to the CNFLITE Section Sponsorship Chair: John Greist at [email protected]
- Submit your sponsorship payment to the CNFLITE Treasurer via a check made out to “CNFLITE” and mailed to:
7525 Currency Drive
Orlando, FL 32809
To pay with a credit card, please use the link below. On the payment screen, if you choose not to donate to Zeffy, please change the drop down to “Other” and the contribution amount to $0.
