Webinar | SAME National Leadership Opportunities
Thursday, October 2, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
About the Webinar
Are you interested in learning about national leadership opportunities in SAME? Have you ever wondered how to step up and volunteer to take on a position at the national level? It’s easier than you think and yes, you do have what it takes! This webinar will shed light on responsibilities, expectations, and nomination process for the many incredible leadership opportunities across the Society, including President, Vice President, Elected Director, Regional Vice President, Community of Interest Chairs, and other key SAME national positions. It’s intended for individuals looking for opportunities outside the Post, or Post Leaders and Mentors helping someone map out their SAME career.
Presenters
- Zakary Payne, P.E., F.SAME, Chief Operating Officer, Matrix Design Group
- Michael Huffstetler, Assoc. AIA, LEED AP, F.SAME, SAME National President / Principal & Federal Programs Leader, DLR Group
- Sharon Krock, SPWS, F.SAME, SAME Immediate Past President, Branch Leader/Senior Associate Scientist/Senior Vice President, Schnabel Engineering
- Bobbi Jo Lang, Client Relationship Manager – Federal
- Allison Cantu, P.E., F.SAME, Environmental Restoration Program Manager at NAVFAC SW
- Colleen Rust, Project Manager, Senior Hydrologist
- Ben Matthews, P.E., F.SAME, Senior Vice President, Michael Baker
- Curt Haldeman, Regional Vice President, Federal Division at Granite Construction
- Col. Scott Grainger, F.SAME, USAF (Ret.), Associate Vice President, RS&H
Moderator
- Capt. Sid Osgood, P.E., PMP, F.SAME, USCG (Ret.), Key Leader Development Commission
Hosted by the SAME Leader Development COI | Key Leader Development Commission
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For registration questions or issues, contact registration@same.org.

