The mission of the IBTTA Women in Tolling is to connect women in tolling globally, support diversity in leadership, and promote professional development. IBTTA members may join the WIT Networking Community to stay up to date and connect with your peers. You will receive information directly from the networking community leader. If you are interested in getting further involved, please email Wanda Sneed, Chair of the Council.
Objectives
- Ensure panel presentations reflect the diversity of our organizations and communities (including women, other DBEs & young leaders from around the world)
- Support and promote diverse international leaders into IBTTA leadership roles (Board, Committees, and Planning efforts)
- Give back to the women in the communities where we hold IBTTA events
- Hold informal socials at IBTTA events to give women a ‘friendly’ environment to engage with others attending the event
- Host formal events to focus on topics specific to women
- Support young professionals with paid conference fees to provide opportunities for IBTTA participation
- Encourage STEM programs for students to lead them into transportation and tolling and partner with WTS on similar initiatives
Subcommittees
Ambassadors & Awards
Planning & Programs
The Planning & Programs subcommittee encourages women to submit presentations at conferences and aim to feature a special speaker on women's issues at our Annual Meeting. Additionally, we plan webinars to host and collaborate on joint presentations with organizations like WTS. To ensure effective promotion, event posts and dates will be shared with the Communications Committee.
Outreach & Service
Social & Events
The Social & Events Subcommittee is responsible for organizing informal and formal socials (2) at conferences. This group manages the invitations and RSVPs for these social events.
Communication & Social Media
Officers
Chair
Wanda Sneed
AtkinsRéalis
Vice Chair
Lauren Hakos
Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission
Secretary
Tawnya Freund
ViaPlus by VINCI Highways
Treasurer
Jessica Carson
Gannett Fleming
Past Chair
Snehal Ambare, P.E.
CDM Smith
Members
Kelly Brown
Colorado Transportation Investment Office (CTIO)
Susan Buse
SBuse Consulting
Shari Callahan
Tampa-Hillsborough Expressway Authority
Lori Caron Silveira, Esq.
Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority
Carly Cassady
E-470 Public Highway Authority
Joi Dean, Esq.
Richmond Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Vickie Dewey
CDM Smith
Melissa Garr
Washington State Department of Transportation
Wendy Griffin
RS&H
Heather Henck, P.E., PTOE
RK&K
Maria Johnson
Richmond Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Jee Kim, PMP, CSM
Gannett Fleming
Michelle Maikisch
Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX)
Silva Mardrussian
Riverside County Transportation Commission
Takesha McClane-Tsamis, CAPM,PMP
Illinois Tollway
Patricia Michaud
Larson Consulting Associates LLC
María Moreno
SEOPAN (Asociación de Empresas Constructoras y Concesionarias de Infraestructuras)
Mary Jane O'Meara
HNTB Corporation
Deepti Ramakrishna, PMP
Global Toll Services
Marge Rangel
TransCore
Kelli Roberts
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
Cassaundra Rouse
Illinois Tollway
Patty Rubstello, P.E.
WSP USA
Mary Sallach
State Road & Tollway Authority
Crischandra Sanders-Brown
State Road & Tollway Authority
Chelsea Scheid Mason, P.E.
HDR
Monica Serrano
Bay Area Toll Authority, Metropolitan Transportation Commission
Emanuela Stocchi
AISCAT (Associazione Italiana Società Concessionarie Autostrade e Trafori)
Shannon Swank
Cogitative Consulting, LLC
Emily Tapia-Lopez
HNTB Corporation
Lisa Thompson
HNTB Corporation
DeeAnne Vickery
Halff
Jeff Weiss
New York State Bridge Authority
Wanda Klayman
Upcoming Events
Women in Tolling organizes and hosts a diverse range of events, from informal socials and community initiatives to business sessions that focus on topics relevant to women in the industry.
In-Person | March 22, 2025 | 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Women in Tolling: Fireside Chat with Kathryn Clay
Part of the IBTTA Technology Summit in Dallas, TX
Join us for an engaging and insightful Fireside Chat with Kathryn Clay, President & CEO of IBTTA. This special Women in Tolling event will provide a unique opportunity to hear Kathryn’s perspectives on leadership, innovation, and the evolving role of women in the tolling and transportation industry.
Designed as an informal yet thought-provoking conversation, this session will foster dialogue on career growth, challenges, and opportunities for women in the field. Whether you’re an industry veteran or just starting out, this event offers a valuable chance to connect, learn, and be inspired.
Established in 2020, the WIT Awards Committee is part of the WIT Council, a group of women in the tolling industry within IBTTA. WIT's mission is “connecting women in tolling globally, supporting diversity in leadership and promoting professional development.” Each year, two WIT awards – the Lifetime Achievement Award and the Trailblazer Award – are presented at the IBTTA Annual Meeting.
Congratulations to the 2024 Recipients
AtkinsRéalis
Past Chair, Women in Tolling
More about the Awards
Selection Methodology
The WIT Awards Committee is responsible for gathering and reviewing nominations for each of the WIT Awards each year. Qualified applicants will be evaluated based on the responses received in the nomination form and known or available information on the awardee. The WIT Awards Committee will make a recommendation for each award to the WIT Council Officers and IBTTA no later than the end of June. The final award recommendations will go before the WIT Council each July for a majority vote and approval per the WIT Charter. The WIT Awards will be presented at the IBTTA Annual Meeting each fall. For further questions, contact Kristen Johnson or Maria Moreno.
Lifetime Achievement Award
The WIT Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes a WIT Council member who has made significant contributions to IBTTA Women in Tolling and the overall transportation/tolling industry in a way that supports the Mission, Vision, and Objectives of the WIT Council. This outstanding awardee will exemplify overall leadership on the WIT Council, is an active member of a WIT Committee, advocates for women and diversity within the industry, and has made a significant contribution towards the advancement of women in tolling. This awardee will be presented with this WIT Lifetime Achievement Award and will be given a lifetime membership on the WIT Council.
To be considered for the WIT Lifetime Achievement Award, a nominee must meet the following criteria:
Active or former member of the WIT Council and IBTTA. Demonstrated advocate and supporter of IBTTA Women in Tolling Council through their contribution of time, talent, and/or resources. Significant contributions to IBTTA Women in Tolling and the overall transportation/ tolling industry in a way that supports the Mission, Vision, and Objectives of the WIT Council. Noteworthy personal, professional, and/or organizational achievements.
Trailblazer Award
The WIT Trailblazer Award recognizes an IBTTA member who has made significant contributions to the transportation/tolling industry in a way that supports the Mission, Vision, and Objectives of the WIT Council. This outstanding awardee will exemplify overall leadership within the tolling industry, promotes connections within and across diverse teams, mentors and encourages personal and professional development in others, and has made a significant contribution towards the advancement of women in tolling.
To be considered for the WIT Trailblazer Award, a nominee must meet the following criteria:
- Employed by a current member of IBTTA.
- Demonstrated advocate and supporter of IBTTA Women in Tolling through their contribution of time, talent, and/or resources.
- Significant contributions to IBTTA Women in Tolling and the overall transportation/ tolling industry in a way that supports the Mission, Vision, and Objectives of the WIT Council.
- Noteworthy personal, professional, and/or organizational achievements.
Past Winners
91st Annual Meeting & Exhibition, Seattle, WA (2023)
Lifetime Achievement Award
Patti Rubstello, Assistant Secretary, Washington State Ferries, Washington State DOT
Trailblazer Award
Diane Gutierrez-Scaccetti, Commissioner, New Jersey Department of Transportation
90th Annual Meeting & Exhibition, Austin, TX (2022)
Lifetime Achievement Award
Emanuela Stocchi, Director of International Affairs, AISCAT (Associazione Italiana Società Concessionarie Autostrade e Trafori)
Trailblazer Award
Malika Seddi, Secretary General and CEO, ASECAP (Association Européenne des Autoroutes à Peage)