June/July Board Member Spotlight - Gyan Sinha
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| Calendar | OC YMF |
|---|---|
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| Date |
Tuesday, May 31, 2016
at 11:00pm -
Sunday, July 31, 2016 at 10:30pm |
| Duration | 60 days, 23 hours, 30 minutes |
| Details | https://www.eventbrite.com/e/junejuly-board-member-spotlight-gyan-sinha-tickets-25710582043?ref=ebapi Click here for official page. BOARD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT As part of our new 2015/16 Board member appreciation program we are showcasing a board member in our bimonthly Board Member Spotlight. Our board member spotlight recognizes board members of outstanding contributions to the profession and our local communities. For any questions regarding the program please contact the Past President at PastPresident@ymf-oc.org. For the June and July spotlight we would like to introduce... Gyan Sinha, PE INSERT PICTURE We asked him to state his name, company and position in ASCE: "Gyan Sinha, PE Kimley-Horn and Associates ASCE OC YMF Speaker Series Co-Chair" We also asked him a few questions about the following: SCHOOL/EDUCATION/BACKGROUND Where did you grow up? Kanpur, India What made you want to become an engineer? If you had to choose a different career what would it be? I have always wanted to build infrastructure that would help society and improve lives. What college(s) did you attend? Can you list your degrees, any honors, and involvement in engineering organizations during school? Seattle University, BS in Civil Engineering with Minor in Mathematics. I was involved in the ASCE Student Chapter. WORK & PROFESSIONAL LIFE Describe your responsibilities and some significant projects. I serve as the lead production on rail-related projects, help manage project finances and attend meetings. My most significant projects are the Anaheim Rapid Connection Streetcar project, the 17th Grade Separation project, and the Bottineau Light Rail Transit project. Non-Project work responsibilities I am the Past-VP of Fun What is your favorite part about being a Civil Engineer? I love creative problem solving with a budget. What skills do you find most valuable to focus on in your career? People/communication skills What drew you to your specific career path? If you could start your career differently, what would you do differently? By taking every opportunity possible. I would not do it any different. Describe a situation that was a great learning experience for you? Going to client meetings by myself. ASCE How/Why did you get involved? Why did you choose to stay? To grow my network and build relationships. How has ASCE impacted your work and/or what is your favorite benefit of your involvement? ASCE gave me the opportunity to learn through volunteering and apply it at work. My favorite benefit is the networking opportuniteis ASCE provides. What has been your favorite ASCE event since you got involved? Corazon PERSONAL LIFE Favorite sport? Football (to watch) Hobbies and Interests outside of Engineering. Climbing Hiking Music & Sleeping If you missed the last Board Member Spotlight, Elizabeth Ruedas, you can click here to read her article. |
| Repeats? | No |