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MEMORANDUM
Miami Downtown Development Authority
201 S. Biscayne Boulevard - Suite 2600
Miami, Florida 33131
To: Honorable Chairwoman King and the Honorable City of Miami
Commissioners
From: Christina Crespi, CEO/Executive Director
Date: February 24, 2026
Re: Nominations to the Miami DDA Board of Directors for City Commission
Confirmation
This memorandum is to formally advise the City of Miami ("City") Commission that, the
Board of Directors of the Downtown Development Authority of the City of Miami, Florida
("Miami DDA") has approved the nomination of three (3) individuals to fill current
vacancies on the Board, along with one (1) alternate nominee.
On February 20, 2026, the Miami DDA Board of Directors adopted Resolution No.
06/2026 approving the recommendations of its Nominating Committee. The Board voted
to nominate the following individuals for appointment:
• Chris Hodgkins - Art & Entertainment District Seat
• Jose Bermudez - Brickell District Seat
• Cristina Palomo - At -Large Seat
In addition, the Board approved Eulois Cleckley as an alternate nominee in the event any
of the above nominees are not confirmed by the City Commission, as required by the City
Code.
On behalf of the Miami DDA Board of Directors, we respectfully request that confirmation
of these nominations be placed on the March 12, 2026, City Commission agenda for
consideration.
A copy of Resolution No. 06/2026 is attached for your reference. Should you have any
questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact our office.
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RESOLUTION NO. 06/2026
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A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
{_ DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY
OF MIAMI, FLORIDA ("MIAMI DDA") ACCEPTING THE
NOMINATING COMMITTEE'S RECOMMENDATIONS AND
NOMINATING CANDIDATES TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OF THE MIAMI DDA, SUBJECT TO APPROVAL BY THE MIAMI
CITY COMMISSION; DIRECTING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
TO FORWARD A COPY OF THIS RESOLUTION AND THE
NAMES OF THE NOMINEES TO THE OFFICIALS NAMED
HEREIN.
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the Downtown Development Authority of the
City of Miami, Florida ("Miami DDA") currently has three (3) vacancies; and
WHEREAS, on October 23, 2025, the City of Miami. Commission adopted
Ordinance 14404, which revised the qualifications and composition of the Miami DDA Board
of Directors; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance 14404 expanded the Miami DDA Board of Directors, as
well as imposed additional terms limits, which has created three (3) vacancies among the new
Board of Directors composition; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the By -Laws of the Miami DDA, the Chairman of the
Miami DDA established a Nominating Committee to identify and consider qualified
candidates for possible appointment to the Board of Directors; and
WHEREAS, after due consideration of all qualified applicants to fulfill the
vacancies on the Miami DDA Board of Directors, the Nominating Committee recommends
Chris Hodgkins, Jose Bermudez, and Cristina Palomo be appointed as new Board members
and Eulois Cleckley as an alternate in case any of the nominees are not approved by the City
Commission as required by the Code of the City of Miami, Florida, as amended ("City Code");
and
WHEREAS, the Miami DDA Board of Directors accepts the recommendations of
the Nominating Committee; and
WHEREAS, Section 14-52(bX5) of the City Code requires confirmation of the
nominations by the Miami City Commission;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
THE MIAMI DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF MIAMI,
FLORIDA:
Section 1. The recitals in the Preamble to this Resolution are true and correct and
are adopted by reference and incorporated as if fully set forth in this Section.
Section 2. The Board of Directors of the Miami DDA hereby accepts the
recommendations of the Nominating Committee and nominates the following candidates to
the Board of Directors, subject to City Commission approval:
Chris Hodgkins
Jose Bermudez
Cristina Palomo
Section 3. The Executive Director is directed to a forward a copy of this Resolution
and the names of the nominees to the Miami City Commission, City Manager James Reyes
and City Clerk Todd B. Hannon for further action as required by the City Code.
Section 4. This Resolution shall become effective upon its adoption by the Board of
Directors.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of February 2026.
Commissioner Ralph "Rafael" Rosado, Chairman
Christina Crespi, Executive Director
ATTEST:
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Executive Secretary to the Board of Directors
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_._ CHRISTOPHER HODGKINS
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Suite 2034
Miami, Florida 33132
January 15.2026
Subject: Application for Resident Seat — Miami DDA Board of Directors
Dear Members of the Nominating Committee,
It is with great enthusiasm that I submit my application for a resident seat on the Miami
Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Board of Directors. As a dedicated downtown
resident since 2010 and a professional who has spent over 15 years shaping the city's
physical and economic landscape, I am uniquely positioned to advance the DDA's
mission of strengthening the economic vitality of our urban core.
My commitment to Downtown Miami is both personal and professional. I have lived
through the evolution of our neighborhoods and have actively worked to solve the
complex challenges that come with rapid urban growth. Simply put, I love Downtown
Miami.
Community Engagement & Quality of Life
Driven by an affinity for the beauty and resilience of Biscayne Bay, I participated in the
early redesign workshops for Maurice A. Ferre Park (formerly Bicentennial Park) and
collaborated with City staff and consultants to reauthorize funding for the Baywalk
expansion behind the Woman's Club and Parcel B. My efforts to improve our quality of
life range from large-scale traffic studies to hyper -local initiatives, such as partnering
with the Omni CRA to install pet waste stations in Margaret Pace Park and on the
historic preservation and renovation of Trinity Cathedral (celebrated their 100th
anniversary last year)
Social Responsibility & Workforce Development
In our local schools, I created STEM programs to excite students about engineering and
construction, maintaining a lasting partnership with Booker T. Washington High School.
Furthermore, during the construction of the Miami Tunnel, I spearheaded a partnership
with Camillus House to provide housing and resources for displaced individuals that
lived under the MacArthur Causeway bridge, resulting in over $100,000 in contributions
toward addressing homelessness.
Proven Infrastructure & Economic Impact
For the past 16 years, I have built a track record of success in managing large-scale
projects, most notably leading the Miami Tunnel project. This $1.2 billion initiative was
delivered on time and $90 million under budget. By diverting 1.5 million vehicles
annually from city streets, the project helped reclaim downtown for pedestrians and
significantly reduced our urban carbon footprint. We reduced heavy truck traffic
downtown by over 80%
Additionally, I have championed local economic growth through initiatives like
"Operation 305," which channeled over $400 million into the local economy and ensured
that 83% of project jobs went to Miami -Dade residents.
Resiliency & Future Vision
With an eye toward the future, I integrated the country's first sea -level rise flood gates
into our infrastructure, demonstrating a forward -thinking approach to climate resilience.
My leadership roles with the Miami -Dade Beacon Council and the World Trade Center
Miami further reflect my dedication to Miami's global and local prosperity.
I am eager to bring my expertise in strategic planning, large-scale project management,
and community outreach to the DDA Board. I believe in the future of Downtown Miami
and would be honored to serve as a resident advocate for its continued sustainable
growth.
Sincerely,
Christopher Hodgkins
786-999-2197
chris.hodgkins@mat-tunnel.com
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Jose A. Bermudez is a Government
Relations Consultant and Managing Partner of
JAB Miami a government consulting firm based
in Coral Gables and Tallahassee. JAB specializes
in assisting real estate developers and
engineering firms navigate through the funding,
permitting, and development process. He has
had the pleasure of working for the past 4
Republican Governors of the State of Florida
during his career. Most recently he served as
Managing Director of Governor Ron Desantis's
Inaugural Committee and also as Special
Assistant to Governor Rick Scott. Jose was part
of the Governor's statewide outreach team and was responsible for Miami -Dade, Broward,
Palm Beach, Collier and Monroe Counties offices. In this Capacity he worked with members
of the legislature to promote Governor's Scott's economic development agenda as well as
ensure passage of the Governor's legislative priorities.
Prior to joining the office of the Governor, Jose served as Chief of Staff to the Mayor of Miami
Beach, where he oversaw one of the most ambitious capital improvement programs in the
Gity's history. This program of "Planned Progress" rebuilt streets, upgraded infrastructure
such as drainage systems and water lines, renovated and rebuilt many City assets and built
new facilities for parks and entertainment venues. Jose has also served for the White House
Advance office under President George W. Bush during the 2004 re-election campaign.
Jose has successfully represented many local governments before state and federal agencies
on regulatory and administrative matters. Most recently Jose was instrumental in receiving an
opinion on the New Starts program from the Florida Department of Transportation that
eliminated a 12.5% cap on state contributions on federally funded transportation projects.
This decision has resulted in billions of dollars worth of transportation related investments in
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Jose is committed to public service has been involved in many community and civic N
organizations. Jose is the former Chair of the Governmental Affairs Committee of the Greater
Miami Chamber of Commerce, is on the Board Director of the Latin Builders Association ald
serves in Mayor Eileen Higgins Transition team. Jose is an avid rugby player and is Pride '
of the Miami Trident Rugby Football Club. csi
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JAB MIAMI LLC - 801 South Miami Avenue, Suite 4810 Miami FL 33130 - 305-218-4585
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Cristina Palomo
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Professional Summary
Civic -minded real estate broker and community leader with 20+ years of experience
working within Downtown Miami and Miami -Dade County residential landscape. Deep
expertise in contract negotiations, condominium governance, stakeholder collaboration, and
quality -of -life advocacy for diverse, international, and absentee ownership communities.
Recognized for integrity, sound judgment, and sustained leadership across complex urban
environments.
Core Competencies
- Residential Real Estate Market Expertise (Downtown, Brickell, Edgewater, Coral Gables,
Miami Beach, Coconut Grove)
- Community Advocacy & Quality of Life Initiatives
-Board Leadership with emphasis on Condominium Governance & Fiduciary Oversight
- International & Absentee Owner Representation
-Urban Livability & Public -Private Stakeholder Collaboration
Professional Experience
• Licensed Realtor/Broker & Property Manager - Riteway Properties 1II Inc.
(2001-Present)
Provide strategic real estate and property management services within Downtown
Miami, Brickell, Miami Beach and throughout Miami -Dade County to buyers, sellers,
tenants and property owners.
Advise domestic and international property owners on market trends and regulatory
environments impacting investment in residential property.
Serve as a trusted liaison among owners, condominium associations, management firms,
and residents, resolving complex issues through consensus -building and clear
communication.
Sustain long-term client relationships grounded in integrity, accountability, and results,
reinforcing confidence in Downtown Miami as a livable and investable urban center.
Leadership & Community Involvement
• President, Vizcayne North Association (2021-Present); Secretary (2014-2021)
President, Vizcayne Master Association (2021-2024); Secretary (2015-2021):
Provide executive leadership for large-scale downtown condominium association,
overseeing governance, budgeting, policy enforcement, and resident quality of life.
Guide association through complex operational, financial, and capital improvement
projects balancing resident needs with long-term asset stewardship.
Collaborate with city entities, vendors, and community partners to support safe, vibrant,
and well -managed living environment within the urban core.
• Member Master Brokers Fourm (2012 -present):
-Longtime member of MBF, a premiere invitation only organization for South Florida's
top residential brokers emphasizing networking, excellence in ethics, and continuing
education for best practice in the real estate industry.
• Former President Downtown Neighbors Alliance (DNA); Former Chair, DNA
Quality of Life Committee (2017-2018):
-Led a prominent downtown civic organization advocating for livability, safety,
infrastructure, and resident engagement. Partnered with public agencies, private
stakeholders, and community leaders to advance shared goals for a thriving urban core.
• Advisory Board Member, Bayfront Park Management Trust (2018-2021):
-Provided advisory input supporting the activation, stewardship, and public value of one
of Downtown Miami's most important civic assets.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Psychology - University of Florida class of 2000
Graduate Coursework in Mental Health Counseling - Florida International University
2001-2002
Gold Coast School of Real Estate - Licensed Realtor -Associate (2001) Licensed
Broker -Associate (2024)
Eulois E. Cleckley
1I00 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132, Telephone: 301-910-2558, eulois24@gmail.com
PROFILE
Mr. Cleckley is an experienced, results -oriented leader in the infrastructure industry. Cleckley has held various
leadership positions in the private and public sectors, developing plans, implementing policies, operating services,
and delivering projects that support local and regional economies.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERTISE
➢ Organizational leadership and management
➢ Public and private sector executive -level management experience
• Strategic execution
> Complex policy and project implementation
> Operations management
> Highly visible public/private sector negotiation
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Friends of The Underline Inc, Chief Executive Officer (2025-current)
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Leads the overall management of a public -private partnership that delivers a world -class urban space
redevelopment project that supports business, entertainment, nature, culture, art, health and wellness, connected
by a 10-mile, 120-acre park, urban trail, and transit system.
Miami -Dade Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTPW), Director and Chief Executive Officer
(2021-2024)
As Director and CEO, Cleckley led all county transportation infrastructure including streets, bridges, and traffic
signals. In addition, Cleckley led the largest transit agency in Florida providing bus, rail, and paratransit services,
along with transit -oriented development. Managed 4,000 employees, $7 billion capital improvement program, and
$300 million annual operating budget
Key Leadership Successes
➢ Reorganized the department to fully integrate mobility and infrastructure functions.
> Recovered transit ridership to 101% of pre -pandemic levels and grew the transit agency from the 15th to the
10th largest in the country.
> Improved On Time Performance (OTP) across all transit modes by 8%.
➢ Delivered the county's first Bus Rapid Transit Project (longest battery electric bus operated system in the
country).
• Advanced and fully funded the Northeast Corridor, a 13-mile commuter rail corridor in Miami ($927 million).
Established new transit and infrastructure design guidelines.
➢ Developed the first county transportation master plan.
➢ Delivered the largest Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) contract in the country ($215 million).
➢ Fully funded replacement and rehabilitation of the historic Venetian Causeway, enhancing safety and mobility
between Miami and Miami Beach ($100 million).
➢ Secured transit -oriented development agreements for 6,000 residential units.
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Denver Department of Transportation (DOTI), Executive Director (2018-2021)
Appointed by Mayor Michael Hancock to serve as the Executive Director of the Department of Transportation and
Infrastructure (formerly Denver Public Works) for the City and County of Denver. Cleckley led the creation of DOTI
and was responsible for one of the city's largest and most dynamic departments, managing the majority of services
involving public infrastructure, including transportation systems, sewer/sanitary systems and facilities for
residents and businesses. Oversaw 1,400 DOTI employees and responsible for the department's $340 million
annual budget, $1.2 billion capital improvement program, and $937 million bond program.
Key Leadership Successes
➢ Created a department of transportation and infrastructure through a voter referendum (passed with 74% of
the vote).
• Advanced delivery of the Denver Convention Center expansion project.
• Built 125 miles of bike infrastructure in three years.
A Completed the largest stormwater project, Platte to Park Hill.
9 Secured funding for the Colfax Bus Rapid Transit Project ($150 million)
• Developed and advanced the largest bond program in city's history ($937 million)
Houston -Galveston Area Council (HGAC), Metropolitan Planning Organization, Deputy Director (2015-2018)
Provided executive -level leadership for the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) covering the 8-county
Houston -Galveston region. Provided overall strategic direction for the organization that effectively delivers
services related to city and regional transportation planning, project development, and implementation. Managed a
budget of $15 million and approximately 75 diverse staff positions.
Key Leadership Successes
A Reorganized the MPO to effectively deliver plans and projects
A Established a High -Capacity Transit Taskforce to address long-term transit needs in the Houston -Galveston
Region
Led the Technical Advisory Committee to develop recommendations for the Transportation Planning Board
District Department of Transportation (DDOT), Transportation Operations Administration, Acting Chief
Field Operations Division (2014-2015)
Led the Field Operations Division (FOD) for DDOT and was responsible for managing all traffic signals, signage, and
pavement markings. Provided senior -level administrative direction to implement programs and techniques to
improve the delivery of services throughout the District.
Key Operational Successes
9 Managed over 100 union and management employees and a budget of over $20 million.
➢ Improved completion time of service requests by 30 percent.
• Initiated the development of first citywide signage and marking design manual for traffic engineers and
developers.
• Deployed technology to collect data regarding the location and condition of field assets to proactively address
maintenance issues.
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District Department of Transportation (DDOT), Transportation Planning and Policy Administration, Chief,
Statewide and Regional Planning (2009-2014)
Led the Statewide and Regional Planning branch, which is responsible for developing the District's Statewide
Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP). Led regional systems planning efforts and oversaw the State Planning
and Research program. Developed various policies and implemented programs that promoted proper land use,
safety and reliability of the transportation system.
Key Management and Leadership Successes
> Led coordination of a portfolio of 500 federally -aided transportation projects worth 130 million; improved
State Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP) development process.
D Coordinated with various agencies on the redevelopment of Union Station Transit Terminal.
• Represented the District of Columbia on the National Capital Regional Transportation Planning Board;
represented DDOT on the Union Station Redevelopment Corporation Board.
Y Developed and implemented District -wide multimodal (freight, regional bus transit) policies and regulations
through extensive coordination with industry and communities.
• Coordinated with zoning commission on major development projects.
A Led negotiations and coordination with freight railroads (CSX Transportation). Provided consistent
coordination regarding all rail projects in the District to include the National Gateway Project corridor
investment plan.
DeMarche Alliance 1NC, President/Founder (2007-2010)
Led a non-profit organization focused on involving minority communities in the planning process and increasing
the presence of minority -owned businesses in the transportation industry.
Key Projects
• Purple Line Light Rail Project, Montgomery County Council- Selected to lead the outreach effort to engage
previously underserved residents, community groups, and businesses in the planning process for the
development of the Purple Line Light Rail System.
v Gary Public Transportation Corporation (GPTC), Gary, Indiana- Selected to perform operational analysis of the
regional and local bus transit system for GPTC and provided recommendations to improve service.
Wilbur Smith Associates (WSA) Senior Freight Transportation Consultant (2005-2008)
Served as a senior transportation consultant related to transportation planning and freight logistics. Conducted
logistical and economic analysis of international, urban and statewide transportation systems regarding freight
movement and assisted local governments with integrating freight into the planning process.
Key Consultant Projects
Atlanta Regional Freight Mobility Plan, Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC)- Led the execution of data
collection efforts to identify and program transportation improvements that accommodate the increase freight
movement in the Atlanta Region.
➢ Gulf Coast Area Transportation Study, Gulf Regional Planning Commission (GRPC)- Developed the 2030
Mississippi Gulf Coast Area Transportation Plan that focused on post -Katrina multimodal corridor
development, regional goods movement, alternative transportation modes and transportation safety issues.
Led the task to analyze and redefine the freight transportation system for the Gulf Coast region.
✓ Williams Jennings Bryan Dorn Campus, Veterans Affairs -Led the environmental approval process for the
redevelopment of patient and faculty housing at the Veterans Administration campus in Columbia, South
Carolina.
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US Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Office of Freight Management
and Operations, Transportation Specialist (2004-2005)
Completed the Professional Development Program with a specialty in freight management and operations.
Coordinated with various program offices within the US DOT.
National Policy Development and Oversight
> Established a national signage program for the Manual for Uniform Control Traffic Devices (MUTCD) for truck
accessibility to freight terminals. Assisted in the development of a border ITS architecture and helped
developed of travel time performance measures for freight significant corridors.
• Produced freight system plans for the Regional Planning Commission (RPC) in New Orleans, Louisiana, and the
Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Wal-Mart Stores inc. Private Fleet Division, Freight Flow Manager/Lead Operations Manager (3 999-2004)
Managed and directed the east coast domestic logistics and supply chain operations for the private fleet division
with a focus on supplier relations.
Operations Management Successes
• Managed a multimillion -dollar budget with 30 associates and over 300 commercial motor vehicle fleet drivers
while coordinating the flow of merchandise with 80 suppliers in the southeast region.
Increased backhaul revenue by 17% and increased on -time pickup and delivery by 98.5% throughout the
southeast region.
EDUCATION,
California State University, Long Beach, CA
Global Logistics Specialist Professional Designation
North Carolina A&T State University -College of Business and Economics, Greensboro, NC
B.S. Transportation and Economics
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DEVELOPMENT OF TRAINING COURSES
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National Highway Institute, Advanced Freight Planning Course, Federal Highway Administration
Developed and instructed a course on freight planning, transportation and logistics. The purpose of the course was
to educate MPO staff and local governments on methods of incorporating freight movement into the planning
process.
National Highway Institute, Principles of Effective Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Size Weight and
Enforcement Course, Federal Highway Administration
Developed a course curriculum to train state and local public sector officials on effective methods of CMV
enforcement. The course was designed to further improve truck size and weight enforcement from a statewide
perspective.
PAST SIGNIFICANT SPEECHES, PRESENTATIONS ANP PUBLICATIONS
American Infrastructure Magazine, "Senior Officials Address Infrastructure and COVID -19", Fa11 2020
Center of Excellence for Sustainable Urban Freight Systems, "Use of Freight Trip Generation Techniques to Manage
Curb Space" May 2016
Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Journal, "Transportation Planning and Operations for the
Inauguration of the President of the United States", January 2014
FHWA Talking Freight Seminar, "Pavement Damage Analysis Tool (PaveDAT) for Overweight Truck Permit
Calculation", June 2012
Curbside Intercity Bus Transportation Policy Forum, University of Delaware "Solutions to Managing Intercity
Curbside Bus Operations", May 2012
"Diesel Idle Reduction in the District of Columbia, an Informational Video for Commercial Vehicle Drivers", April
2012
ITS America Annual Meeting, "How ITS is Changing Truck Parking and Urban Delivery", May 2012
National Urban Freight Conference, Long Beach, CA, "Innovative Approaches to Truck Safety Enforcement"
October", 2011
Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission, Philadelphia, PA, "Innovative Approaches to Enhancing Urban
Goods Movement", July 2010
Great Lakes Manufacturing Council Annual Conference, Cleveland, OH, "Impact of Logistics to the Great Lakes
Region", July 2008
American Planning Association National Conference, Las Vegas, NV, "Working with Freight in Urban
Environments", May 2008
FHWA Talking Freight Seminar "New Orleans Intra-City Freight Study", April 2006
New Orleans Traffic Club, New Orleans, LA "Freight Transportation and the Government", April 2005
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PAST AWARDS/HONORS
2024 Conference of Minority Transportation Officials, Transportation Agency of the Year
WTS South Florida 2023 Ray Lahood Man of the year, South Florida Chapter
2023 Legacy Magazine, Miami Most Prominent and Influential Black Business Leader
WTS Colorado 2020 Man of the Year, WTS Colorado Chapter
Business Leader Award, Denver Black Chamber of Commerce, Denver Colorado
Cambridge Who's Who among Executives and Professionals, Silver Spring, Maryland
FHWA, US Department of Transportation Professional Development Academy Outstanding Presentation
Award- "Current and Future Safety and Security Trends in Transportation"
Urban Transit Institute Student of the Year, US Department of Transportation.
Transportation Institute Student of the Year, NC Agricultural and Technical State University
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS/ APPOINTMENTS
100 Black Men of South Florida, Member, Government Affairs Chair
National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO), President (former)
Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) President (former), Colorado Chapter
Denver BikeShare Inc., Board member (former)
National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP)- integration of Freight Considerations into
Smart Growth Design, Research panel member
National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP)- Metropolitan Freight Transportation,
Implementing Effective Strategies, Research panel member (former)
National Academy of Science- Transportation Research Board (TRB), Urban Freight Committee (ATO2S),
Member
Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments- Freight Subcommittee, Chairman (former)
Union Station Bus Deck Management Committee, Voting member (former)
Nation Capital Region Transportation Planning Board, District of Columbia representative (former)
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