WTS Greater Chicago Chapter

Congratulations ?? to WTS Greater Chicago Chapter's 2025 Honorable Ray LaHood Award Winner, Timothy Whalen of AECOM! Tim is committed to the transportation industry and recognizes the importance of diversity, mentorship, and approachability. He is a leader in promoting a work-life balance culture and does not shy away from volunteering his time! ? Celebrate Tim and all our award winners on May 1, 2025, at University Club of Chicago. #WeAreWTS

Congratulations ?? to WTS Greater Chicago Chapter's 2025 Member of the Year Nicole Nutter, AICP of Program Management & Control Services (PMCS)! Niki has made extraordinary contributions to the organization through chairing the Membership Committee, developing the Rising Stars leadership program, and serving as Treasurer.?Her continued efforts and presence shows her commitment to the Chapter’s growth and meaningful engagement!?She is the embodiment of WTS within the transportation industry! Celebrate Niki and all our award winners on May 1st, 2025, at University Club of Chicago. #WeAreWTS

Join Cook County Government Department of Transportation and Highways for its third annual Professional Services?Open House and Networking Event?on March 18, 2025! CCDoTH is holding two sessions: Session 1: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM? Session 2: 1:30 - 3:30 PM? ? Space is limited to 125 people per session and to two representatives per firm. RSVP through the link to reserve your spot by March 10th: https://lnkd.in/gBxuvqnh

The deadline for the Great Lakes District ITE/WTS Central Region Annual Meeting 2025 abstracts has been extended to March 3rd, 2025! We are looking for abstracts for presentations, poster sessions, and roundtable topics for technical sessions. Technical sessions form the backbone of ITE and WTS from student chapters to international meetings. Submission of abstracts on all transportation expertise areas, recent projects, and emerging trends is encouraged. Be part of the conversation. Show your talents and your organization's skill by submitting an abstract: https://lnkd.in/gzPNYdtg ? Conference sponsorship opportunities are available. Learn more and support our 2025 conference: https://lnkd.in/g9sVEANj

?? Official congratulations to the WTS Greater Chicago Chapter’s 2025 Award Recipients! This year we are honoring Cassaundra Rouse, Nicole Nutter, AICP, Joyce Barnes, CCM, Timothy Whalen, as well as the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning and Benesch for continued commitments and contributions within our Chapter and our industry in #AdvancingWomen and #AdvancingTransportation. Join us in celebrating our exceptional award winners at the Annual Awards Banquet on May 1st. #WeAreWTS

?? ?? Announcing the WTS Greater Chicago Chapter's first Member Meet-up of 2025! Join us Thursday, February 20th for an exciting evening of wine, snacks, and engaging discussions - an opportunity to unwind after a busy workday and connect with your colleagues. The conversation begins at 5:00 pm. Will we see you next week? Register for this free member event to claim your spot and get access to the building. https://lnkd.in/gWvSi-rS

?? Are you heading to the Illinois Transportation and Highway Engineering (T.H.E.) Conference on Tuesday, March 4th? Join us for two local events to network and connect with your WTS friends while in Champaign. Register now for both events at the links below! ?? Luncheon at Biaggi’s –?https://lnkd.in/gN42s5cZ Networking Happy Hour at Joe’s Brewery – https://lnkd.in/gWWKC6ZS

Registration closes today! Join us this Wednesday, January 15th for the Transportation Project Funding 101 event. Our esteemed panel brings Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning's Deputy of Transportation?Aimee Lee, Chicago Transit Authority's Erin Fiorini and Kane County Division of Transportation's Chief of Planning and Programming Jacqueline Forbes together to discuss how transportation projects are funded, how funding impacts project delivery, and what challenges may be on the horizon. Secure your spot and register by Monday, January 13th: https://lnkd.in/g6uwXrbx

Last week we celebrated the holiday season with our friends from the transportation industry at Millennium Hall. Wishing everyone the happiest of holidays and see you all in the new year!

It's the final day for our members to cast their votes for the 2025 Awards! If you have any questions, reach out to [email protected].