Program Manager & Coordinators
Each of the Ohio River Bridges Project's four Kentucky design sections has a coordinator to oversee Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) activities. The coordinators work as a team with the oversight of the Kentucky DBE Program Manager and with section project managers, engineers, architects and consultants to help maximize the tremendous economic growth potential the project offers the Louisville-Southern Indiana business community.
Business development opportunities for small, minority- and women-owned firms play a pivotal role in helping the program leverage educational opportunities for students. Coordinators help DBEs take advantage of the extensive networking, educational and mentoring opportunities available through the Ohio River Bridges Project.
DBE Program Manager
Tierra Kavanaugh Turner, DBE Program Manager -- Tierra Kavanaugh Turner joined Community Transportation Solutions (CTS) as program manager of the Kentucky DBE Program June 1, 2006. She previously served as executive director for the Governor's Office of Minority Empowerment. In that capacity, she advised the Governor, General Assembly and Kentucky Congressional Delegation and other officials on helping minorities access government programs designed to improve quality of life for Kentucky's minority community. She researched and took part in the development of policy issues ranging from economic development, education, healthcare, housing, criminal justice and other matters impacting minorities.
Phone: 502-499-9440
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DBE Program Support
Carl Brazley, DBE Program Support -- Carl Brazley is an award-winning business leader and entrepreneur based in Louisville, Ky. Brazley is president & CEO of Mo' Better Marketing LLC (MBM). Brazley has worked with CTS since it was awarded the management contract in 2003. Brazley serves on several local boards that support the advancement of youth, small and minority businesses, and education and charitable outreach. He has received a number of awards and recognitions as a small and minority business owner.
Phone: 502-583-2327
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DBE section design coordinators
The four Kentucky DBE coordinators work closely to coordinate efforts. Each works under the supervision of the program director.
Maurice Sweeney, Kennedy Interchange/Section 1 -- Maurice Sweeney has had a distinguished career in construction and civil engineering. He has worked with young people for many years, sharing with them his knowledge and passion for his profession. He is president of United Construction & Design Group, Inc., in Louisville. Sweeney coordinates the DBE activities for Kentucky Transportation Associates, the Kennedy Interchange design firm.
Phone: 502-451-3388
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Rohena Miller, Downtown Bridge/Section 2 -- Rohena Miller is president and chief executive officer of Niche Marketing, an award-winning DBE firm in Louisville. She brings exceptional marketing abilities and an extensive knowledge of the minority-owned, women-owned and small business community to her role as DBE coordinator. Miller coordinates DBE activities for Michael Baker Corp., the Downtown Bridge design firm.
Phone: 502-583-5243
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Ed Holmes, East End Kentucky Approach/Section 4 -- Ed Holmes is president and chief executive officer of EHI Consultants, one of Central Kentucky's leading engineering consulting groups, based in Lexington. He coordinates DBE activities with H.W. Lochner, the design firm managing the Kentucky East End Approach, for Lexington-area businesses and high schools.
Phone: 859-425-4881
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Jozi Legner, East End Bridge/Section 5 -- Jozi Legner is president and chief executive officer of J.Y. Legner Associates (JYLA), Inc., in Louisville. JYLA was named the fastest-growing business in 2005 by Louisville's Business First newspaper. Legner coordinates DBE efforts for PB Americas, the East End Bridge design firm.
Phone: 502-585-9000
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