On November 12, Women’s Transportation Seminar Hampton Roads Chapter (WTS HRC) will host our 15th Annual Transportation Reception and Silent Auction for Scholarships at Festival on 8^th at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. This inspiring evening celebrates excellence in transportation and raises funds to support the next generation of women leaders in the industry.

🎓 All proceeds from the Silent Auction benefit the WTS Foundation Scholarship Fund, which provides financial support to local female students pursuing careers in transportation.

During the event, we’ll proudly recognize the following individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions:

2025 Scholarship Recipient: Ivy Edwards - ODU
Employer of the Year: Kimley-Horn
Rosa Parks Diversity Award: RK&K's Women Employee Resource Group
Woman of the Year: Paula Miller - HNTB
Woman to Watch: Emily Hinkson, PE - HNTB
Honorable Ray LaHood Award: Ray Amoruso - Hampton Roads Transit (HRT)
Member of the Year: Sara Keranakis, PE - JMT
Innovative Transportation Solutions Award: HRT OnDemand Ridesharing Microtransit
Past President Recognition: Carly Goldsborough, PE

Your support helps empower young women who are poised to transform the transportation industry.

Thank you for supporting WTS Hampton Roads Chapter and our mission of Advancing Women in Transportation. If you have questions or would like to arrange a donation, please contact us at wts.hrc@gmail.com.

Parade Perfection: VIP Seats & Seasonal Sips! donated by the City of Norfolk, HRT, and Noelle Pinkard