Join us for a conversation connecting young professionals with experienced leaders across the transportation industry. Hear firsthand how careers develop, the decisions that shape professional journeys, and the lessons learned along the way. Moderated by Hannah Bennett of AIM Engineering & Surveying, the panel features Nicole Johnson, MBA, CCM, CEP, LEED AP, Amber Dickerson, AICP, and Elia Nunez who bring decades of experience across project controls, infrastructure, planning, and academia. Come learn, ask questions, and build connections across generations while enjoying wine, beer, and light bites.
Meet the Moderator!
Hannah Bennett is a Marketing Specialist with AIM Engineering & Surveying, Inc. in Tampa. She has more than six years of experience in the AEC industry, beginning as an Engineering Assistant before transitioning into marketing and serving as a Marketing Coordinator prior to her current role.
Meet the Panel!
Nicole Johnson, MBA, CCM, CEP, LEED AP is a transportation project controls professional with nearly 30 years of experience in the construction and infrastructure industry. Throughout her career, she has served in a variety of project controls and leadership roles, including Assistant Deputy of Program Controls, Chief Estimator, and Vice President of Estimating Services.
Amber Dickerson, AICP is an urban planning professional with experience across the public, private, and academic sectors. She is currently a Planner-in-Residence and Assistant Instructor at the University of South Florida and co-founder of Urban Planning Innovations, LLC. Previously, she spent eight years as General Manager of Growth Management for Hillsborough County Public Schools.
Elia Nunez is a transportation professional with experience spanning the public and private sectors and currently serves as HDR’s Florida/Puerto Rico Area Transit Market Sector Leader. Her career has included leadership roles in transit, public works, capital improvement programs, and engineering, including positions with Miami-Dade County, the Town of Miami Lakes, the City of Miami, WSP, and AECOM.