06/09/2026
Happy Graduation Week to the 2026 graduates of the ACEC Virginia Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI)!
Over the past year, this exceptional group of industry professionals has invested in their growth through leadership development, peer collaboration, and meaningful discussions focused on the future of Virginia's engineering industry. From engaging educational sessions and candid conversations with industry leaders to building lasting professional relationships, these graduates have demonstrated a commitment to strengthening both their organizations and our profession.
Leadership is not a destination, it is a continuous journey of learning, service, and impact. We congratulate each member of the Class of 2026 for their dedication, hard work, and willingness to challenge themselves throughout the program.
Please join us in celebrating:
Ghulam Sakhi AKHGAR, Froehling & Robertson, Inc.
Dan Anderson, P.E., Schnabel Engineering
Hillary Battle, Froehling & Robertson, Inc.
Thomas DeGaetano, PE, ECS Group of Companies
D. Lucas Elliott, Dunbar
Maurice Gentry Jr., Froehling & Robertson, Inc.
Nick Gigliotti, McKinney & Company
Lucas Hanelman, Schnabel Engineering
Matt Harrell, Kimley-Horn
Crystal Hill, PE, Mason & Hanger
Matthew Hinson, Mason & Hanger
Casey Horn, PE, Dunbar
Lisa Kowalczyk, Schnabel Engineering
Rob LaPosa, PWS, Dewberry
Dan Lavarnway, Mason & Hanger
Michael Lilly, 2RW Consultants, Inc.
Shawnee McHenry, PE, CDT, Schnabel Engineering
John Miller, LS, Koontz Bryant Johnson Williams (KBJW)
Nichole Parker, Thompson Consulting Engineers
Ryan Pletz, PE, Dunbar
Amanda Sandidge Engstrom, Froehling & Robertson, Inc.
Noah Schuster, Delta Airport Consultants, Inc.
James Swanson, P.E., PRIME AE Group, Inc.
Eric Troupe, Koontz Bryant Johnson Williams (KBJW)
Josh Wilburn, Koontz Bryant Johnson Williams (KBJW)
Kenneth Wynne, Volkert, Inc.
Congratulations, ELI Class of 2026! We look forward to seeing how you continue to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact on our industry and communities.