Board of Directors
President
Erik M. Alcantara, P.E., M. ASCE
Past President
Miguel Lockward, P.E., M.ASCE
President-Elect
Alessandra Monetti, P.E., M.ASCE
Vice President
Nicholas Karpathy, P.E., M.ASCE
Secretary
Valerie Coloma, AM.ASCE
Treasurer
Jessica Garcia, P.E., M.ASCE
YMG President
Tarell Thompson, E.I., AM.ASCE
Director
Patrick Kaimrajh, P.E., M.ASCE
Director
Carlos Tijerino, AM.ASCE
Director
Evelyn Rodriguez, P.E., M.ASCE
Director
Jennifer Borges, P.E., M.ASCE
Director
Josenrique Cueto, P.E., M.ASCE
Technical Institute Chairs
AEI Chair
Kenneth Waller, AM.ASCE
Kenneth Waller Jr., a native of Hartford, CT, is a skilled civil engineer and construction management professional whose career began in 2014. He is proud to be the first and only STEM degree holder within his immediate and extended family, encompassing Millennials, Generation X, and Generation Alpha. Kenneth's academic journey includes an Associate's Degree in Engineering Science from CT State Community College, followed by a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with a Minor in Engineering Management from Old Dominion University.
After launching his career in New England, Kenneth relocated to South Florida in 2022, where he now serves as Sr. Project Manager and Construction Manager within the Engineering & Construction Bureau at the South Florida Water Management District. In addition to his role at the district, Kenneth is the 2024 AEI Chair for the Miami-Dade Branch of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), actively contributing to the advancement of industry standards and supporting professional development in his community.
Dedicated to continuous professional growth, Kenneth is preparing to sit for his Professional Engineer (P.E.) license and is on track to earn his Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification in early 2025, coinciding with his Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
In addition to his professional endeavors, Kenneth founded KEWCOM & Associates, LLC, an engineering consulting firm focused on delivering premier infrastructure improvement solutions. KEWCOM specializes in Project and Construction Management, Inspection, Constructability Review, Cost Estimating, Scheduling, Document Controls, and Quality Assurance, providing client-centered services for both public and private sector projects.
Guided by the values of Keen Engineering with Construction Operations & Management, KEWCOM emphasizes precision, collaboration, and streamlined project execution. This diverse expertise and adaptability position KEWCOM as a trusted leader in infrastructure projects across multiple regions.
Kenneth’s dedication to his profession, family, and community continues to inspire others to pursue excellence in STEM fields. His achievements, leadership, and commitment to lifelong learning reflect his passion for making a positive impact, both personally and professionally, serving as a powerful example for future generations.
CI Co-Chair
Ki-Ana Moody, A.M.ASCE
CI Co-Chair
Jose Rafael Castro, P.E., M.ASCE
COPRI Chair
Vanessa Benzecry, Ph.D., P.E
EMI Co-Chair
Laura Rubio, AM.ASCE
EMI Co-Chair
Grecia Rodriguez, AM.ASCE
EWRI Co-Chair
Ernesto Fernandez, P.E., M.ASCE
EWRI Co-Chair
Melanie Dorta, AM.ASCE
G-I Co-Chair
Roberto Rodriguez, P.E., M.ASCE
G-I Co-Chair
Colin Henderson, P.E., M.ASCE
SEI Co-Chair
Alvaro Martinez, P.E., AM.ASCE
SEI Co-Chair
Alexandra Ocampo, P.E., M.ASCE
T&DI Chair
Jessica Garcia, P.E., M.ASCE
UESI Chair
Amy Romeo-Garcia, AM.ASCE
Committees & Groups
YMG President
Tarell Thompson, E.I., AM.ASCE
YMG Vice President
Ki-Ana Moody, A.M.ASCE
Governing Documents Committee Chair
Christopher Zavatsky, P.E., M.ASCE
Government Relations Committee Co-Chair
Matthew Uva, AM.ASCE
Government Relations Committee Co-Chair
Lorenzo Fuchs, P.E., M.ASCE
Outreach Committee Co-Chair
Roxana Matamoros, P.E., M.ASCE
Outreach Committee Co-Chair
Jose Santiago, P.E., M.ASCE
Membership Committee Chair
Fiorella Asturrizaga, A.M.ASCE
Student Member Relations Committee Co-Chair
Kevin Roman, E.I., AM.ASCE
Student Member Relations Committee Co-Chair
Vincent Roustit, AM.ASCE
Events Committee Chair
Ryan Ocampo, E.I., AM.ASCE
Tri-County Workshop Chair
Dronix Suarez, AM.ASCE
Field Day Committee Chair
Daniel Giraldo, P.E., AM.ASCE
History & Heritage Committee Chair
Pedro Silva., AM.ASCE
Professional Development Committee Chair
Gisselle Gutierrez, E.I., AM.ASCE
Communications Committee Chair
Jennifer Artiles, AM.ASCE
Webmaster Chair
Justyn De Guzman, E.I., AM.ASCE
Social Media Co-Chair
Rob Espinosa AM.ASCE
