Education Committee Meet & Greet

Thursday, February 27, 2025

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM ET

Location: E22AB

Chair(s)

Dennis L. Richards, P.E., D.WRE, F.EWRI, F.ASCE

Chair, Management Practices for Control of Erosion and Sediment Standards Committee
Engineering Consultant
Chandler, Arizona, United States

Co-Chair(s)

Nancy Schumm, PWS, CFM, CPESC, CESSWI, CMSM (she/her/hers)

Environmental Services Division Chief
City of Gaithersburg
Ellicott City, Maryland, United States
Kristi Cheek, CPESC, CESSWI, CEPSCI (she/her/hers)

Department Manager, Stormwater Planning and Compliance
Summit Design and Engineering Services, Inc
Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States
Craig S. Benson, MS, CWS (he/him/his)

Faculty
Cal Poly Humboldt
Eureka, California, United States
Ryan D. Eaves, PE, CPESC, CFM (he/him/his)

Stormwater and Erosion Control Division Manager
Durham County
Durham, North Carolina, United States

Staff Liaison(s)

Joanna Fetherolf, CMP

Managing Director
International Erosion Control Association

Ready to take your involvement in IECA Education to the next level? Don't miss the thrilling Education Committee Meet & Greet, open to all members who share a passion for shaping the future of our industry's knowledge landscape! Breakfast burritos and coffee will be served.
Whether you're an established expert or an aspiring enthusiast, we've got a place for you. Our Education Committee is the driving force behind four captivating educational tracks: Erosion & Sediment Control, led by Kristi Anspach, Stormwater Management, led by Ryan Eaves, Wetland, Streambank & Shoreline Restoration, and MS4 Management, led by Nancy Schumm and Scott Rogers. This is your chance to be part of the action as our Educational Track Committees work tirelessly to identify and curate top-notch educational programs tailored to your specific area of interest. Together, we'll raise the bar on excellence and innovation in our educational offerings, creating an unparalleled learning experience for our members.
So, roll up your sleeves, unleash your creativity, and let's revolutionize the way we learn and grow as professionals. Join us at the Education Committee meet & greet, and let's embark on an exhilarating journey of discovery, collaboration, and making a lasting impact on the future of IECA Education!