WESTERN TRIBAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Our Team

Meet the dedicated professionals driving our mission forward

Meet Our Team

The WTTAP team is composed of experts passionate about empowering tribal communities with sustainable transportation solutions. Each member brings unique skills to foster collaboration and innovation.”

Carrie Brown

Director, APTech

Leads the Western TTAP Center, specializing in public health, transportation safety, and empowering tribal communities through impactful initiatives

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Afsaneh Yavari

Technical Coordinator, UC Berkeley

Traffic engineer with 25+ years of experience, managing Tribal Road Safety Programs and developing effective transportation solutions for tribes.

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Tyler Reeb

Technical Coordinator, CSU Long Beach

Innovates workforce development and connects tribal communities to opportunities through research, education, and transformative transportation solutions.

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Monte Yazzie

Subject Matter Expert, Consultant

Navajo Nation member with 20+ years implementing culturally sensitive safety programs, reducing traffic-related injuries in tribal communities.

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Walita Querta

Graphic Artist, Consultant

Creates culturally relevant designs for tribal outreach and training, enhancing WTTAP’s communication as a Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe member.

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Laura Melendy

Technical Advisor, UCB

Leads California’s transportation training programs, specializing in traffic engineering, multimodal transportation, and workforce capacity building.

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Nicole Slaboch

Instructional System Designer, APTech

Develops interactive learning experiences for tribal audiences, enhancing workforce performance through innovative instructional strategies.

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Greg Duncan

Training Faculty, APTech

Senior Engineer with 30 years of experience delivering technical workshops on pavement materials and roadway maintenance.

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Luis Sibaja

Technical Assistance Support, APTech

Pavement engineer providing sustainable roadway management and technical assistance for tribes, ensuring infrastructure solutions for indigenous communities.

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Jeremy Birkey

Training Technologist, APTech

Manages digital learning systems and training delivery, enhancing tribal access to transportation resources and innovative solutions.

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April Marshall

Program Coordinator, APTech

Coordinates training logistics for WTTAP programs, ensuring efficient planning and delivery of tribal outreach activities.

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Tracey Smith

Training Coordinator, APTech

Facilitates WTTAP training programs and Center operations, bringing insights as a member of the Yavapai-Apache Nation.

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RoseMary E.

508 Compliance Officer, APTech

Ensures WTTAP materials meet federal accessibility standards, promoting inclusivity and document compliance for tribal audiences.

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Cayden B.

Graphic Artist, APTech

Designs culturally aligned visual materials, enhancing WTTAP communication and outreach through creative, impactful designs.

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Kurt Smith

Principal in Charge

Vice President and Program Director of the State and National Agencies at Applied Pavement Technology, Inc. (APTech). He serves WTTAP as the Principle in Charge with more than 39 years of experience in pavement design evaluation and rehabilitation.

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Mariela Solis

SME/Instructor

Mariela is an Engineering Associate at Applied Pavement Technology, Inc. (APTech) with 10 years of pavement engineering experience. Ms. Solis will serve WTTAP as an instructor and subject matter expert.

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Nevada Local Technical Assistance Program
Supported by
Applied Pavement Technology, Inc

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Contact

  • Office: 775-420.4811
  • cbrown@appliedpavement.com
  • Airport Plaza Office Bldg.
    1755 E. Plumb Lane, Suite 264
    Reno, Nevada 89502

Western Regions

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