District Safety Administrator, District 1 – Florida Department of Transportation

My job responsibilities:Lead and manage an interdisciplinary team responsible for coordination, development, and implementation of all elements of the District Safety Program including engineering, education and outreach, and industrial health and safety. Work with staff and the public to help implement treatments and initiatives designed to reduce fatal and serious injury crashes on our roadways.

Why I joined the Coalition: I believe that education and engagement of teen drivers is essential to our efforts to reduce fatal and serious injury crashes in Florida. Teaching new drivers to be safe drivers from the start is a great way to improve safety for all our roadway users.

Professional Accomplishments:Retired US Army Officer, Combat Veteran, PhD in History, Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Published Author

Hobbies or areas of interest outside of work: Collecting old books, college football, travel.

What was your favorite song when you were a teenager? Don’t Stop Believin’ by Journey

What make and model was your first car? Volkswagen Beetle.

What has changed most about driving from the time you were a teenager to now? Much easier to get a driver’s license now – less demanding on drive training and education.

The one tip I would give any new teen driver would be: Don’t speed. Pay attention to and abide by traffic laws and regulations.