Board of Directors

President
Alessandra Monetti, P.E., M.ASCE

President-Elect
Nicholas Karpathy, P.E., M.ASCE

Vice President
Valerie Coloma, M.ASCE

Secretary
Jessica Garcia, P.E., M.ASCE

Treasurer
Leonard Barrera, M.ASCE

Past President
Erik M. Alcantara, P.E., M. ASCE

Director
Miguel Lockward, P.E., M.ASCE

Director
Carlos Tijerino, M.ASCE

Director
Nelson Perez-Jacome, P.E., M.ASCE

Director
Maria Porrata, M.ASCE

YMG President
Ki-Ana Moody, E.I., M.ASCE
Technical Institute Chairs

AEI Chair
Kenneth Waller Jr., M.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, E.I., M.ASCE

CI Co-Chair
Vincent Roustit, M.ASCE

COPRI Chair
Vanessa Benzecry, P.E., M.ASCE
EMI Chair
Landolf Rhode-Barbarigos, M.ASCE

EWRI Co-Chair
Ernesto Fernandez, P.E., M.ASCE
EWRI Co-Chair
Carla Hernandez, M.ASCE
G-I Co-Chair
Gabriel Mishaan, P.E., M.ASCE

G-I Co-Chair
Colin Henderson, P.E., M.ASCE

SEI Co-Chair
Alvaro Martinez, P.E., M.ASCE

SEI Co-Chair
Stephany Millan, M.ASCE

T&DI Co-Chair
Maria Florez, P.E., M.ASCE

T&DI Co-Chair
Roxana Matamoros, P.E., M.ASCE

UESI Chair
Samuel Zamacona, P.E., M.ASCE
Committees & Groups

YMG President
Ki-Ana Moody, E.I., M.ASCE

YMG Vice President
Kevin Roman, E.I., M.ASCE

Governing Documents Committee Chair
Christopher Zavatsky, P.E., M.ASCE

Communications Committee Chair
Rob Espinosa, E.I., M.ASCE

Government Relations Committee Chair
Lorenzo Fuchs, P.E., M.ASCE
Government Relations Committee Co-Chair

Outreach Committee Co-Chair
Roxana Matamoros, P.E., M.ASCE

Outreach Committee Co-Chair
Jose Santiago, P.E., M.ASCE

Membership Committee Chair
Tarell Thompson, P.E., M.ASCE

Student Member Relations Committee Chair
Cary Wingard, M.ASCE
Student Member Relations Committee Co-Chair

Events Committee Chair
Jose Rafael Castro, P.E., M.ASCE

Tri-County Workshop Chair
Dronix Suarez, M.ASCE

Field Day Committee Vice-Chair
Emilio Castellanos, M.ASCE

Field Day Committee Chair
Ryan Ocampo, E.I., M.ASCE

History & Heritage Committee Chair
Pedro Silva., M.ASCE

Professional Development Committee Chair
Albert Castro, M.ASCE

Webmaster Chair
Justyn De Guzman, E.I., M.ASCE
Social Media Co-Chair
Dana Sevilla, E.I., M.ASCE


