Ronald M. Colas, PE, SI, FES Fellow | |
"I encourage and remind our community that the need for support does not end after the first few weeks and months following a tragedy; it is an ongoing process." | |
In my first communication as FES President, I explained that we must represent our members and be a guiding light in our communities. This applies not only to professional support but also to personal support in times of devastation.
This inherent compassion is woven into the fabric of our organization’s purpose. FES and ACEC Florida leadership and members have stepped up to demonstrate these values.
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FELI Class of 2024 Applications Due Today, Sept 1 | |
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The Florida Engineering Leadership Institute (FELI) is a 10-month leadership program that puts training into practice. It was created to transition engineering professionals into community leaders within our societies, communities, and workplaces.
Encourage your Chapter members to take their careers to the next level and apply! Applications for the Class of 2024 are due today, September 1st.
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What's in Your Contract? Managing Risk Through Contract Language: This webinar will demonstrate how contracts can affect the outcome of a claim, discuss key provisions every engineer should be able to identify, and explore ways to avoid uninsurable risks.
Sept 20 from 2:00 to 3:00 pm
Common Mistakes that Add Up to Big Claims: Large claims often arise from small things that add up to one big problem. This course will explore some of those small things and what your firm can do to prevent claims in the future.
Sept 27 from 2:00 to 3:00 pm
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Advertise in Engineering Florida's Growth Issue | |
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The rapid growth in the state of Florida has had a profound impact on the field of engineering. With an influx of residents, businesses, and infrastructure projects, engineers in Florida are facing unique challenges and opportunities.
The Fall issue of Engineering Florida addresses the demand for innovative solutions in urban planning, transportation, environmental sustainability, and coastal engineering that this growth has spurred.
Be a part of the story and advertise in this issue. Our circulation includes decision-makers from leading engineering and consulting firms from across the state. All ads in the digital edition of Engineering Florida are interactive and clickable to take prospects right where you want them to be - on your website.
The deadline to advertise is September 8th.
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Register for FES Fall Chapter Leadership Training | |
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Are you a leader within your Chapter? Or wondered how FE HQ can help you plan your Chapter events? Then, you should attend the next Chapter Leadership Training in Tallahassee on October 4-5.
Designed to assist current and upcoming Chapter leaders in leveraging resources available from FES, this is a training you do not want to miss.
Hotel reservations must be made on or before September 4 at the AC Hotel. The reservation link will be provided once you register for the training.
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Participants at FES HQ for the 2023
Spring Chapter Leadership Training
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July 2023 Board of Directors Meeting Highlights | |
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The FES Board of Directors met last month at the 2023 FES | ACEC Florida Annual Conference in beautiful Marco Island.
Highlights from this meeting include:
• Approval of an FES membership dues increase of $25 ($12.50 for retired members) beginning October 1, 2023.
• Approval of the 2023-2024 Annual Budget of nearly $1.5 million.
• Approval of the 2023-2024 Committee Chairs:
- Education Committee
- Interest Groups Committee
- Society Development Committee
- Operations Committee
The next FES Board of Directors meeting is scheduled for November 15, 2023, in Tampa.
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2023 FES | ACEC Florida Annual Conference Highlights | |
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Our 106th Annual Conference was well attended last month, with over 450 attendees gathering for networking, continuing education, and vendor interaction at the JW Marriott Marco Island.
All photos have been uploaded into a Facebook album for you to tag, share, or download.
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Save the Date for Professional Engineers Legislative Days | |
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Save the date - January 8-10, 2024 - for the foremost legislative event for Florida's engineering industry. This event offers professional engineers the opportunity to promote and defend key issues at the Capitol. During this event, you will have a chance to meet your Legislators, visit the Capitol, and network with your fellow engineers.
More details to follow.
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FBPE: Signing and Sealing Engineering Documents | |
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Historically, the signing and sealing of a document was intended to verify its authenticity to its recipient. Today, by signing, dating, and sealing an engineering document, a Professional Engineer:
- Verifies the authenticity of the document, and
- Accepts responsibility for its accuracy and legitimacy.
A Professional Engineer’s signature and seal allow agencies having jurisdiction to know who prepared the plans or reports, whom to contact with comments related to a submission, or whom to contact with questions or concerns. They also indicate that the document is a final engineering document. And, they place the responsibility for the document’s content on the PE who signed and sealed the document.
You can purchase physical seals from our Online Store.
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Invest in the Engineering Profession | | |
To be competitive in an increasingly uncertain climate, it is critical that the members of FES and ACEC Florida participate in the political process through meaningful PAC engagement. Donors enjoy a host of benefits throughout the year, including access to special events, donor acknowledgment gifts, and recognition. Those interested in supporting our efforts to advance the goals of engineers and engineering firms may do so in the following ways: | |
For more information, please email Laura Heiselman, Director of Government and Political Affairs.
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FES is proud to welcome this month's new members to our network of over 3,000 professional engineers to enhance successful career paths and providing opportunities to network with engineers in their local communities.
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NEW MEMBERS BY CHAPTER
BIG BEND
Mike Freidin
BROWARD
David Tinder, PE
CALUSA
Matthew McLean, PE
CENTRAL FLORIDA
Ben Brown, PE
Luis Cruz Miranda
Janey Walls
DAYTONA BEACH
Fahad Islam
MYAKKA
Pedro Vega Casiano, EI
NORTHEAST
Cody Cash, PE
Travis Luman, PE
Angela Shepard, PE
Dexter Smith, PE
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NEW MEMBERS BY CHAPTER (con't)
NORTHWEST
Kimberly Carlisle
William Carter
David Tillar
PALM BEACH
Taylor Maldonado
Rommy Shehadeh, EI
PINELLAS
Md Sayedul Arefin, EI
Adrian Gonzalez
Philopateer Hanna
Thomas Heath
Ivan Tamayo Arteaga, PE
Kyle Vaughan
Marcus Williamson, PE
TAMPA
Michael Arnold
Uni Chen
Melanie Fowler, PE
Charbel Khoury
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NEW STUDENT MEMBERS
Florida Gulf Coast University
Jonathan Terrero
University of Central Florida
Eliana Contreras
Grace Eggenberg
Andre Garcia
Keith Jones
Sujan Katari
Jillian Malavet
Dylan Smith
University of Miami
Danielle Bejar
University of South Florida
Willyan Trancoso Land
University of West Florida
Nicole Burroughs
Valencia College
Damyel Guillen
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Civil/Utilities Engineer
Pinellas County Utilities invites applications for the position of Civil/Utilities Engineer. To apply, click here.
Manager, Traffic Engineering Operations
Palm Beach County invites applications for the position of Manager, Traffic Engineering Operations. To apply, click here.
City Engineer
The City of Boynton Beach invites applications for the position of City Engineer. To apply, click here.
Public Works Director
Citrus County, FL Board of County Commissioners invites applications for the position of Public Works Director. To apply, click here.
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To place a Classified Ad, please email Meghan Shiner, Communications Coordinator. | | |
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