Dear LSCCE Students and ITE Members,

The Purdue ITE Student Chapter is proud to collaborate with CEGSAC this year in presenting the 2025 Emerging Leader Award to Brandon Hardin!

Brandon earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering in 2017 and his Master of Science in Civil Engineering in 2019, both from the Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering, with a focus in Transportation. He currently serves as an Operational Excellence Manager at Irving Materials Inc. (IMI). Brandon was selected as the 2025 CEGSAC Emerging Leader in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the industry, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and continued commitment to supporting student development.

We are excited to welcome Brandon back to campus, where he will share his professional journey, challenges, and insights from the field. You can learn more about Brandon in the attached biography.

Event Schedule – 8th Annual Emerging Leader Lecture

📅 Tuesday, April 22, 2025
📍 Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering

• 3:30 – 4:20 PM: Presentation by Brandon Hardin at the Transportation Seminar – HAMP 1144
• 4:30 – 5:30 PM: Reception with food and refreshments – Hampton Wood Commons

We welcome all students, faculty, and staff to join us in celebrating Brandon's achievements and learning from his experiences.

👉 Please RSVP here if you plan to attend.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Best regards,

David Holguin-Mejia

LinkedIn | dholguin@purdue.edu

Graduate Student at Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering

Vice President

ITE – Purdue Chapter