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Georgia is positioned as a hub for the electric transportation industry. Since 2020, more than 30 EV-related projects have contributed over $13.3 billion in investments in Georgia. As a leader in the EV Infrastructure Market Sector, Georgia is paving the way that by 2030, the number of EVs on the road will skyrocket from 8.5 million to 116 million, which means 60% of all passenger vehicle miles traveled around the world will be in an EV. The electrification of transportation spans all types of vehicles, from consumer cars to trucks, buses, and fleets of aircrafts.

Join SMPS Atlanta as we discuss the impact of EVs on the design and construction of communities throughout Georgia. Learn how you can help your firm plan for the infrastructure impacts this major change to transportation will have on your projects and the economy.

We are also inviting all new SMPS members (or potential new members) to meet up at the registration desk at 11:15 AM (before registration/networking time begins) for a brief New Member Meet Up.
Learn more about your SMPS membership benefits and how to get more involved with our local chapter. Take advantage of this time to also connect with other new members as well as members of the SMPS Atlanta Board of Directors. It is a great opportunity to ask questions and meet new friendly faces!

Session Learning Objectives:

• How does the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) impact EVs in Georgia?
• What Federal/State EV Funding is available?
• What are the EV Design/Construction Opportunities & Needs?
• What type of EV Development needs will public sector clients have?
• What new industrial/manufacturing (EV/Batteries) clients does EV bring to Georgia?

Who will be there?

Key leaders in the AEC industry, EV practice leaders, marketing and business development senior professionals

Why Attend?

Learn how you can help your firm plan for the infrastructure impacts this major change to transportation will have on your projects and the economy.

event agenda

Registration/Networking Time: 11:30am - 11:50am ET
Luncheon / Networking Time: 11:50am - 12:30pm
Program Time: 12:30pm - 1:30pm

CPSM CEUs: 1.0
Domains: 1 - Marketing Research, 3 - Business Development

Featured Speakers

Moderator:

Donald Harris, PE
Senior Associate, Civil Engineer
KCI Technologies, Inc.

Donald Harris, PE is a senior civil engineer with more than 40 years of experience in the transportation engineering industry. Don is currently a Senior Associate with KCI Technologies responsible for the successful completion of projects, client relations, business development, and quality assurance. 

He has been responsible for the design and permitting of roadway design projects throughout Georgia and the southeast. During his career, his projects have included construction document production for a wide variety of project types – new alignment, roadway improvements, intersection design, streetscapes, bridge design, pedestrian/bike trails, and infrastructure design. 

Don graduated from Georgia Tech with a degree in Civil Engineering and received a Master of Engineering from the University of Virginia.  He is registered as a Professional Engineer in six states and has served on the Boards of ACEC and Central Atlanta Progress.

Panelists:

Gavin Ireland
CEO
Georgia Green Energy Services

Gavin Ireland, CEO of Georgia Green Energy Services, made the transition from Master Electrician to business owner in 2007 shortly after relocating to Atlanta, Georgia. His experience in the construction industry has helped to shape his vision for a more diverse and inclusive specialized contracting company. He is well on his way to becoming one of Georgia’s largest and most successful electrical contractors. Mr. Ireland has his sights set on becoming the first African-American-owned company on EC and M’s top 50 Electrical contractors in the nation list. His client list looks like a who’s who of federal, state and commercial clients. His company has completed projects for the Department of Defense, Department of Corrections, Georgia Power, Google, CDC (Center for Disease Control), The City of Atlanta, Atlanta Technical College, Walmart, Marriott Marquis, Securus Technologies, MARTA, just to name a few. He contributes his success and motivation to the love and support from his family and Southwest Atlanta Community.

Asher Dozier
VP of Economic Development
Newton County Industrial Development Authority

Asher Dozier is the Vice President of Economic Development for the Newton County Industrial Development Authority in Covington, Newton County, Georgia.  He has worked in local government since 2005, serving in various leadership roles in public safety, risk management/human resources, and economic development. In his current role, he works with regional partners to recruit future-ready economic development projects, support existing industry through innovation and human resources collaborations, and helps prepare the local workforce for the high-paying, in-demand careers of tomorrow.   

Professionally, Asher is certified as a Human Resources Certified Professional through the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) and is also an active member of the Georgia Economic Developers Association (GEDA) where he serves on the Existing Industry & Workforce committee.  He is an alumnus of various leadership and networking programs including the Carl Vinson Institute of Government’s Management Development Program, the International City/County Management Association Emerging Leaders Development Program, Leadership Newton County, Georgia Young GameChangers, and is in the current class of Leadership Georgia. 

Asher has a B.S. in Criminal Justice and M.S. in Organizational Leadership from Troy University and is currently pursuing his Ed.D in P-20 and Community Development through Murray State University. 

Glenn Halliday
Electric Transportation Program Manager
Georgia Power

Glenn Halliday has been with Georgia Power for 24 years holding various positions focused on delivering customer solutions. Glenn is currently the Electric Transportation Program Manager focusing on helping Georgia Power business customers successfully meet the growing demand of the EV marketplace through installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure and fleet transition.  His previous responsibilities include new business and product development and account management serving Georgia Power’s largest commercial and industrial customers.

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