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ABOUT

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

It is an honor to serve as the 2025–2026 President of the ASCE Orange County Branch. Our Branch has been a cornerstone of the civil engineering community in Orange County since 1953, and I am proud to have the opportunity to help continue that legacy.


Orange County is home to numerous innovative engineering projects and some of the most talented engineers in the nation. As one of ASCE’s premier branches, we have a responsibility not only to support our members, but to lead our profession forward.


This year, my focus will be on:

  • Strengthening member engagement and collaboration.

  • Supporting professional growth at all career stages.

  • Promoting innovation, resilience, and sustainability in our work.

  • Enhancing partnerships with public agencies, academia, and industry.

  • Inspiring the next generation of engineers through outreach and mentorship.


I am honored to be part of Executive Board which includes Nestor Godinez as Past-President, Jenny Robinet as President-Elect, Alahesh Thurairajah as Secretary, and Steven Anderson as Treasurer. Along with a fantastic Executive Board, the Orange County Branch is bolstered by exceptional Institutes that include the Construction Institute (CI), the Environmental & Water Resources Institute (EWRI), the Geotechnical Institute (GI), the Transportation & Development Institute (T&DI), and the Utility Engineering & Survey Institute (UESI). Our Committees assist with and host a variety of events and programs like community service, university outreach, K-12 outreach, and our marquee events (History & Heritage / Student Scholarship Night, Awards Night, and Golf Tournament). Our Younger Member Forum (YMF) caters to young civil engineering professionals and has been awarded with recognition as the most outstanding YMF in the nation.


I invite each of you to get involved – whether by attending events, volunteering, mentoring, or sharing your expertise – to continue to promote the goals and mission of ASCE. Together, we can continue to elevate our profession and make a lasting impact on our community.


Thank you for the opportunity to serve, and thank you to all of those who contribute to a thriving ASCE Orange County Branch. I look forward to a meaningful and productive year ahead with all of you.


Eric Pheifer, PE

2025–2026 ASCE Orange County Branch President





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