Florida Shore & Beach Preservation Association

???Thank You for an Incredible 2025 Beach Technology Conference!??? ? A huge THANK YOU?to everyone who made our 38th Annual National Conference a success—our attendees, speakers, moderators, volunteers, sponsors, exhibitors, planning committee, and Board of Directors. Your dedication, expertise, and support drive innovation in beach preservation and coastal technology. Together, we’re making a lasting impact on the future of our shores. See you next year?in St. Augustine!????? #FSBPA #BeachPreservation #CoastalTechnology #TechConference25 #ThankYou?Visit Panama City Beach

???? Congratulations to the recipients of the 2025 Tech Conference Student Scholarships: Ian Day, Teagan Duenkel, Sydney Scott, Katie Simi, Halaina Hahn! This year, twelve students were selected to present their research and compete for scholarships, generously sponsored by Coastal Engineering Consultants, Inc. and the Sebastian Inlet District.? A huge thank you to our sponsors for making this opportunity possible!?? ? These outstanding students are the future of coastal science and engineering, and we are proud to support their journey and research! #FSBPA #BeachPreservation #STEM #FutureLeaders ?? 1st Place: Ian Day, “Beach-Dune Design Template Adjustments for Sea Level Rise: A Data-Driven, Risk-Based Approach” | Advisor: Jon Miller, Ph.D., Stevens Institute of Technology? ?? 2nd Place: Teagan Duenkel, “Elevating Accuracy: Can UAVs Outperform Traditional RTK Methods in Coastal Surveys?” | Advisor: Pete Adams, Ph.D., University of Florida?? ?? 3rd Place: Sydney Scott, “Morphodynamics of the Reopened Midnight Pass by Hurricanes Helene and Milton in 2024 and Its History” | Advisor: Ping Wang, Ph.D., University of South Florida? ?? 4th Place: Katie Simi, “Wave Energy Transformation Induced by Gyroid Lattice and Hexagonal “Seahive” Structures to be used as a Base for Coral Outplanting” | Advisor: Brian Haus, Ph.D., University of Miami? ?? 5th Place: Halaina Hahn, “Microplastics in Coastal Sediments” | Advisor: Tiffany Roberts Briggs, Ph.D., Florida Atlantic University??

A big thank you to Dan Rowe, Executive Director of the Bay County TDC and President/CEO of Visit Panama City Beach, for kicking off the 2025 Tech Conference and welcoming attendees to beautiful Panama City Beach! With many years of experience in destination marketing and coastal tourism, Dan has played a key role in making Bay County a leader in sustainable beach management. This stunning location provided the perfect setting for experts nationwide to collaborate on innovations in coastal protection and beach preservation! ????? #FSBPA #CoastalTechnology #BeachPreservation #TechConference2025

Just counting down the sunsets before the start of the 38th National Conference on Beach Preservation Technology this week. #LetsGo #2025BeachTech #PanamaCityBeach

At the Florida Shore & Beach Preservation Association National Conference on Beach Preservation Technology, Jackie Brower, P.E., PhD will present on enhancing coastal resilience through a holistic approach to coastal protection and waterfront development in Everglades National Park. As one of the most dynamic and ecologically significant areas, the Everglades presents unique challenges and opportunities for sustainable development. Be sure to register and catch Jackie’s session, along with a range of other insightful discussions on the latest in coastal preservation. https://lnkd.in/dvvwn2J #CreativePeoplePracticalSolutions

Subject matter experts Deborah Kilbane and Melanie Cahill from CSA Ocean Sciences will be in attendance at the 38th Annual National Conference on Beach Preservation Technology hosted by the Florida Shore & Beach Preservation Association. Additionally, team members from CSA’s sister companies Bluefield Geoservices, represented by Mike Fearn, and Morgan & Eklund, represented by David Coggin will be in attendance. All are excited to discuss the latest projects and applications being applied to coastal conservation projects. To find out more about CSA, visit: https://bit.ly/3Xvgy3H #seathedifference #portsandcoastal #conservation #fsbpa

Our coastlines are increasingly inundated with more frequent and stronger #storm events. How can you apply satellite data for cost-effective #coastal management? - Meet Edward Albada at the Florida Shore & Beach Preservation Association (FSBPA) Tech Conference to understand how satellite data is used to better map and monitor our coastal regions in an uncertain future. Satellite-based nearshore #bathymetry and benthic mapping, 3D coastal models, and pre- to post-storm monitoring enable stakeholders to ? Quickly assess storm impacts and nearshore response? ? Measure #hurricane recovery ? ? Compare datasets from over 30+ years of high-resolution imagery to identify risks and vulnerable areas ? ? Design targeted #coastalresilience and protection measures Take the opportunity of discussing EOMAP use cases, such as Coquina Beach in #Florida, where our physics-based Satellite Derived Bathymetry (SDB) helped analyse and quantify nearshore change following Hurricane Idalia. Or Pigeon Point in SW #Tobago, where an analysis of 17 years of historical bathymetry and benthic habitat mapping led to a better understanding of nearshore dynamics and beach evolution of a complex barrier reef system. ?? Register for the conference in Florida here: https://fsbpa.com/? ?? Access more information including an EOMAP presentation on satellite-based storm impact assessment: https://lnkd.in/dyZ2E2Em Meet coastal engineer Edward Albada at the FSBPA Conference in Panama City Beach (Florida, US) or get in touch with [email protected] for more details.? ? #hydrospatial #climateresilience #earthobservation #satellite

A big shoutout to our Premier Sponsors for their immense support of the 38th Annual National Conference on Beach Preservation Technology! Your contributions play a key role in bringing this event to life and driving essential discussions on coastal preservation. ?? Stewart Materials Geosyntec Consultants Cummins Cederberg - Coastal & Marine Engineering Coastal Engineering Consultants, Inc. EASTMAN AGGREGATE ENTERPRISES, LLC #FSBPA #BeachPreservation #CoastalTechnology #ThankYouSponsors #AnnualConference

???A big THANK YOU to our Partner Sponsors for their incredible support of the 38th Annual National Conference on Beach Preservation Technology!??? Your partnership helps make this event a success and advances vital conversations about coastal preservation.????? Vulcan Materials Company APTIM Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company, LLC The Foth Companies #FSBPA #BeachPreservation #CoastalTechnology #ThankYouSponsors #PartnerSpotlight

?? The 2025 National Conference on Beach Preservation Technology program is now LIVE! ?? When:?February 5–7, 2025 Where:?Embassy Suites, Panama City Beach, FL Join industry leaders, experts, and academics as we dive into cutting-edge topics, including: ? Coastal impacts of Hurricanes Debby, Helene & Milton ? Local Bay County history & ongoing projects ? Queen Conch ESA Listing & its project implications ? Coastal modeling, structures, resilience, permitting, economics, and more! Don’t Miss: ? Insights from USACE, FEMA, FDEP, and FWCC ? Pre-conference workshop on Florida Coastal Dredging Projects ? Bonfire networking event (Thursday evening) with live music, food, and drinks! Earn up to 17 professional development hours, meet fellow professionals, and make invaluable connections. Early member rates end January 7—secure your spot today! ?? Register Now:?https://lnkd.in/eR9PP82r ?? Book Your Hotel: https://lnkd.in/et3t-54G ?? Conference Program: https://lnkd.in/eWMaDepa Let’s shape the future of our coasts together! ???? #2025BeachTech #BeachPreservation #CoastalManagement #FSBPA #PanamaCityBeach #BeachConference