Committees

The bulk of SEAOSD activity is generated and performed by the Board and the Committees.  The committees provide technical exchange, public service, leadership, code development, and represent the true strength of our organization.  Each committee is headed by a Chair.  To join a committee, a member need only notify the Board or Committee Chair.

Awards: 

Recognizes outstanding achievement in structural engineering through a process of nomination, review, and balloting. 

Committee Chair: Juan Yescas
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Business Forum: 

Provides a forum for exchange of ideas and interaction between structural engineers on issues relating to the business of structural engineering.

Committee Chair: David Gonzalez
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Continuing Education:  

Provides seminars and/or short technical programs of interest to the membership. 

Committee Chair: Brooke Tracy

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Disaster Emergency Services: 

Members of the Member Organizations are trained as Volunteer Safety Assessment Engineers and are called upon in the event of a disaster.

Committee Chair: Brianna Hartner
Co-Chair: Valentina Couse-Baker
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Existing Buildings: 

Develops and reviews criteria and applications for the structural upgrade, repair, retrofit, and rehabilitation of existing buildings which are deemed hazardous.

Committee Chair: Alex Motzny
Co-Chair: Nick Reindel
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Membership: 

Oversees maintenance of the Member Organization’s database and Member Information Booklet.  Introduces new members to the SEAOSD organization and all it has to offer by pairing them with an established member mentor.

Committee Chair: OPEN 

Reach out to David Gonzalez
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Legislative:  

Together with the Executive Director, participates in reviewing and developing a legislative program for the Association.

Committee Chair: SEAOC Ryan Turner
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Committee Chair: SEAOC Shane Noel
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Program:  

Arranges for speakers at the Member Organization’s monthly membership meetings.

Committee Chair: David Gonzalez
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Public Relations: 

Establishes relationships with press agencies and coordinates the Member Organization’s participation in activities to promote Structural Engineering to school children and the general public. 

Committee Chair: Tanya Buchanan
Co-Chair: Max Snook
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Seismology: 

Develops, updates, and maintains the Association’s publication, Recommended Lateral Force Requirements and Commentary (SEAOC Blue Book) and reviews the SEAOC Seismic Design Manuals.  Also provides seismic code change proposals to the International Building Code through the state committees. 

Committee Chair: Naeem Nemati

Delegate: Jeremy Callister
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SE3 Committee: 

Improve employee engagement and career satisfaction. Raise awareness and promote dialogue around equity, diversity, and inclusion. Create surveys, provide resources and hold events to support these goals.

Committee Chair: Tanya Buchanan
Co-Chair: Hannah Johnson
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Sustainable Design Committee: 

Develops, updates, and maintains the SEAOSD SDC Manual.  Explores special topics in sustainable design for structural engineers, and develops and disseminates educational tools for the membership. Collaborates with SEAOC to promote the role and interests of structural engineers in developing Green Building codes and guidelines.

Committee Chair: Jacob Gottlieb
Co-Chair: Albina Ouzon
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Student Liaison: 

Develops and coordinates the Member Organization’s Student Design Competition.

Committee Chair: Aliana Sonza
Co-Chair: Carlos Navea
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WISE - Women in structural engineering:

The aim of this group is to provide networking and career development opportunities for women. Our hope is to create a platform for women in structural engineering to come together and help each other navigate the unique challenges that women face in our profession.

Committee Chair: Harshda Prasad
Co Chair: Albina Ouzon
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YMF - Younger Member Forum:

Allows younger engineers to interact socially, make business contacts, and create a bridge between students and the Association. 

Committee Chair: Daniel Ornelas
Co Chair: Maria Duran
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