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219 Adult Communication Principles and Methods 05.21.25 Sioux Falls, SD



Start Date: 5/21/2025
End Date: 5/22/2025
No. of Days: 2 days
Course Level: Intermediate
CEU Credits: 16.00
Class Time: 8am - 5pm

Tuition:  
Member - $415 USD
Non-Member -  $575 USD
 
 

Tuition may be paid by check or credit card to IRWA Headquarters in U.S. Dollars.


Sponsored By:  Chapter 72

Course Description: 219 Adult Communication Principles and Methods

INSTRUCTOR:

Krista Chambers, SR/WA

Owner, Rocky Mountain Land Solutions

Krista Chambers embarked on her right of way career with the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) in Great Falls, MT. Over her years at MDT, she honed her expertise in complex negotiations, managing extensive right of way projects across the vast landscapes of Big Sky Country. In 2018, Krista transitioned to HDR Engineering Inc. as a Project Manager. Her relentless dedication soon propelled her into the role of ROW/Real Estate Services Manager for Washington State. In this capacity, she managed all facets of right of way delivery for large-scale infrastructure projects, including MegaProgram initiatives for WSDOT and Sound Transit. Her leadership and expertise were instrumental in navigating complex regulatory environments, fostering strong stakeholder relationships, and delivering projects that significantly enhanced the region’s transportation infrastructure. Drawing on her extensive experience in both public service and consulting, Krista, along with her two daughters, founded Rocky Mountain Land Solutions (a WOSB) in 2024 and partnered with Verdanterra LLC, an engineering, survey and environmental firm. Together, they form an unparalleled team, delivering comprehensive and innovative infrastructure solutions nationwide. Krista’s academic credentials include a bachelor’s degree in communications from Montana State University. She currently serves as the IRWA Region 7 Chair, is an IRWA CLIMB Certified Instructor, and a member of the International Professional Education Committee (Instructor Development). Her accolades include the IRWA 2021 W. Howard Armstrong Instructor of the Year and the IRWA 2018 Region 7 Professional of the Year.

Cyndi Whelpley, SR/WA, R/W-RAC started her right of way career with Caltrans in 1992 after graduating from San Diego State University with a bachelor’s degree in public administration. She moved to Washington state in 2000 and has worked for Puget Sound Energy, the Washington State Dept. of Transportation and on local agency projects with Universal Field Services, Inc. Cyndi is currently a Project Manager with HDR, Inc. based in their Everett office. She has also served in the U.S. Naval Reserves with Seabee battalions in the Pacific Fleet, NAS Whidbey Island VR-61 squadron and as a Protocol Officer with the Vice Admiral of the Naval Reserve in New Orleans. Cyndi is a past recipient of the Chapter 4 Professional of the Year award, 2018 Balfour Award Finalist and 2020 Region Professional of the Year. She currently serves as Secretary of the International Executive Committee. She has earned a master’s degree in organizational leadership from Chapman College and completed the University of Washington’s Project Management Certification program. Cyndi has a heart of service and actively involved in her community with the Rotary International, Soroptomist International of the Americas and serving as a Board member on the Scleroderma Foundation of the Northwest Chapter.
 
COURSE COORDINATOR:
Mickie Abell
Phone:  (605)-279-1542
Email:  mickieabell@goldenwest.com

FACILITY INFORMATION:
Sioux Falls- classroom location TBD
Phone:  (605)-279-1542
 

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