A Message from the ASCE JAX Branch Board: | |
Summer is here and our Jax Branch is just getting warmed up!
Firstly, our inaugural 75th Branch Anniversary was an unforgettable evening brimming with laughter, applause, and surprises! The event was filled with well-deserved awards (as winners entered at stage left and exited at stage right), and we were surprised to receive a Proclamation from Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan, presented by the City of Public Works Director, Nina Sickler, declaring June 12th, 2026 as American Society of Civil Engineers 75th Anniversary Day. Special thanks to the Banquet Committee for putting in the extra work to make the night special for everyone and congratulations to all the winners.
Many of Jacksonville Branch's 2026 award winners have been nominated for the statewide ASCE Florida Section awards. Winners to be announced at the upcoming Section Conference Awards and Installation luncheon being held at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort on Friday, July 24th. We hope to see you all at the ASCE Florida Section Conference in Ft. Lauderdale! https://www.asceflconference.org/
Lastly, the 2026-2027 Board Member Elections are just around the corner! This August, keep an eye out for an email link to the nomination form for board positions in the ASCE Jacksonville Branch and the Younger Member Group. Joining the board is a fantastic way to grow your network, gain leadership experience, and advance your career as a civil engineer in Northeast Florida.
We’re excited for what’s ahead and can’t wait to see you at our upcoming events!
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ASCE JAX Branch Officers
PRESIDENT
Michael Nee, P.E.
VICE PRESIDENT
Ian O'Gorman
TREASURER
Courtlyn Hisey, P.E.
SECRETARY
Grant Curtiss, P.E.
PAST PRESIDENT
Sam Alix, E.I.
| | Jacksonville Branch 75th Anniversary Banquet - Award Winners | | Pictures from the Evening | | |
COMMITTEE CHAIRS:
James Austin, P.E. (Events Chair)
Rex Robinson, P.E. (Technical Committee Chair)
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Want to get more involved or join a YMG committee?
The Jacksonville Branch Younger Member Group (YMG) is looking for younger members who are interested in taking their membership to the next level. Whether you're interested in helping plan K-12 or University Outreach events, Socials, Professional Development Events, Service events, or want to learn about Marketing, there's a committee for you!
If you would like to get involved in a YMG committee, please email asce.jacksonville.ymg@gmail.com with your committee interest today!
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ASCE YMG
JAX Branch Officers
PRESIDENT
Madeline Batey, P.E.
VICE PRESIDENT
Tiffany Ritch, E.I.
TREASURER
Makaya Malila, E.I.
SECRETARY
Nathan Thoresen, E.I.
PAST PRESIDENT
Courtlyn Hisey, P.E.
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YMG Candy Making Class - June 25, 2026
Our Younger Members traded scales for aprons at Sweet Pete’s for a candy-making class filled with creativity, teamwork, and plenty of treats. It was a great opportunity to network, unwind, and make new connections—plus take home some delicious creations!
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3rd Annual Leadership Lessons Panel Discussion: Entrepreneurs in Engineering - July 1, 2026
Our panelists, Andrew Kenyon (A. R. Kenyon Company), Austin Chapman (DMAC Engineering), and John Ellis III (Legacy Engineering) provided valuable insights on their journey from engineer to business owner and the lessons they have learned along the way.
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Blue Cypress Park Cleanup - July 12, 2026
Our Younger Members joined the St. Johns Riverkeeprs and Rising Tides at Blue Cypress Park for their bi-monthly cleanup.
Thank you to everyone who came out!
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Save the date!
The Jacksonville Branch YMG invites you to join us for our 4th annual Joint Kayak Social!
We are partnering with East Central Branch, Gainesville Branch, Space Coast Branch, and West Coast Branch for a day of fun on the water and the opportunity to meet ASCE members from across the state. Registration includes a 3 hour downstream (easy) paddle, shuttle service, and lunch when we return to the part.
Registration will be opening soon, but we are currently looking for company sponsors to make this event possible. Please email us at asce.jacksonville.ymg@gmail.com if your company is interested in sponsoring this event.
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Registration is NOW OPEN for YMLS and YMLS AS! Visit our website for a template Employer Support Letter, draft agenda, pre-conference tours in Washington D.C., and more.
The Younger Member Leadership Symposium (YMLS) is a three-day experiential leadership workshop, hosted by CYM at ASCE's Headquarters. It's open to all ASCE Younger Members (age 35 and under), and focuses on personal development and honing early-career professional skills. This year the keynote presentation will be given by Kishia Powell, P.E.; WSSC General Manager & CEO!
Have you attended YMLS in the past? If so, you are invited to our YMLS Alumni Summit (YMLS AS), an advanced leadership soft-skill training workshop. This workshop is led by a new host every year, and the 2026 YMLS Alumni Summit is proud to welcome Jared Green, P.E., BC.GE, F.ASCE; ASCE At-Large Society Director.
Both YMLS and YMLS AS will include an Ethics presentation by Tara Hoke, M.ASCE; ASCE's General Counsel. This session provides 1.0 PDH credit.
Please note the following registration deadlines:
- Regular Registration (July 1st - July 31st): $300
- Late Registration (August 1st - August 20th): $350
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Nonmember Registration: $400
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The ASCE Jacksonville Branch is returning with its annual Topgolf Fundraiser. Last year was an incredible year; we raised over $8,000 and had more than 150 people come out to support us. Sponsoring this event means you support the civil engineering community and the University of North Florida student scholarships.
The deadline to sponsor this fundraiser is September 4, 2026. Sponsorship tiers are limited so act quickly! Reach out to mary.redenius@haskell.com for any sponsorship questions, link is below to signup.
| | Four Waters Engineering (Jacksonville Beach) is actively looking to hire a civil engineer with 3 – 5 years of experience preferably with a background in water/wastewater and design. Send resumes to kbleuer@4weng.com. Company website: https://4weng.com/ | | |
Palmer Engineering is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Civil Engineer with 5-10 years
of professional experience to join either our Jacksonville or Orlando, Florida offices. This role
offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the planning, design, and
implementation of transportation projects. Please contact 859-744-1218 ext. 2207 or Jleslie@palmernet.com for more information.
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Want to get more involved? Chair a committee!
The following committee chairs are open to
ASCE Jacksonville Branch members:
Membership Chair
Government Relations Chair
Sustainability & Resiliency Chair
Awards & Scholarship Chair
K-12 Outreach Chair
If interested in any of these positions, please email secretary@jaxasce.com.
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