A World Without Engineers and P.E.s?
Breck R. Washam, PE, F.NSPE, Senior Vice President, Burns & McDonnell
Date: May 15, 2025
Time: 7:30am Breakfast & Social
8:00am - 9:00am Program
Location: Burns & McDonnell
425 S Woods Mill Road, 3rd Floor
Chesterfield, MO 63017
What would our world be like without engineers, and more pointedly without licensed Professional Engineers (P.E.s)? Join us for a thought-provoking presentation and engaging discussion as we consider answers to that question. Breck Washam will draw from his experience as a Professional Engineer and involvement in organizations like NSPE and MSPE to explore the past, present, and future of engineering, engineering licensure, and NSPE - and the resulting impact on YOU and the health, safety, and welfare of our society and our world.
Cost: FREE - Light breakfast, coffee, and beverages provided
PDH: 1.0 PDH will be available
Breck's Biography
Breck Washam, PE, F.NSPE, is a Senior Vice President and Midwest Regional Manager for Burns & McDonnell. After graduating with a B.S. Mechanical Engineering from the Missouri University of Science & Technology (MS&T) in Rolla in 1990, Breck joined Burns & McDonnell and has held positions of increasing responsibility throughout his nearly 35-year career. Since being selected to lead the St. Louis region in 2007 he has grown operations to over 450 employee-owners (in St. Louis and in Columbus and Akron, Ohio), delivering high-quality solutions for clients across the Central and Upper Midwest. Under his leadership, Burns & McDonnell has consistently been recognized in St. Louis as a top workplace, a healthiest employer, a leading philanthropic firm and one of the largest engineering firms. Breck is a licensed professional engineer in the state of Missouri and is currently NSPE’s National Vice President and has served as Past President of the Missouri Society of Professional Engineers, at both the state level and the St. Louis Chapter.
Please join MSPE Western Chapter for our May meeting and lunch, annual awards, and installation of officers!
Date:
Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
Time:
11:00 a.m. – Registration/Networking
11:30 a.m. – Lunch and Installation of Officers
11:45 a.m. – Presentation
Location:
Cascone's
3737 N Oak Trafficway
Kansas City, MO 64116
Menu and Cost:
Order direct from menu - separate checks
(Link to Restaurant – Please review and come prepared to order)
Cascone's Menu
Event Details:
Overview I-70 – Paseo to 31st Street - Kansas City, Missouri
The I-70 corridor provides a vital connection for both the local community and regional commuters to travel through Kansas City. After many years of studying this corridor, the Missouri Department of Transportation is making a significant investment on I-70 from the Paseo to 31St. This $215 million project will improve bridges and pavement throughout this corridor, bringing it to modern day standards. This presentation will cover the history of the area, the project procurement, and will look at the improvements that are to happen.
Speaker:
James Pflum, P.E., Assoc. DBIA
Department Director
Missouri Department of Transportation
WHO: Eric Seaman, P.E.
TOPIC: Wastewater Treatment Plant Update and Tour
WHEN: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
WHERE: Jefferson City Wastewater Regional Reclamation Facility
401 Mokane Road
Jefferson City, MO 65101
All members and guests are invited.
Lunch (pizza) $10 per person
RSVP Requested via Registration Form
JUNE 11–13, 2025 Camden on the Lake Resort – Lake Ozark, Missouri
Join us for the MSPE 2025 Annual Convention, June 11–13 at Camden on the Lake Resort in beautiful Lake Ozark, Missouri. Enjoy three days of professional development, networking, and special events—all in one scenic location.
From dynamic education sessions and thought-provoking panels to our MSPE Awards Luncheon and a sunset dinner cruise, this year’s convention offers an outstanding opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate the engineering profession.
Check out the full agenda in the registration packet and register today!
Reserve your room at Camden on the Lake Resort by calling 573-365-5620 and using group code MSPE0625 to receive the special rate of $169/night. Deadline to book: May 10, 2025
Gain valuable exposure as a sponsor or vendor! Connect with professionals in the engineering community—learn more and sign up here.
Cancellations received on or before May 28, 2025, will be eligible for a refund, less a $50 processing fee. Unfortunately, we are unable to issue refunds for cancellations made after May 28 due to hotel commitments. To cancel, contact Christin Monts at info@mspe.org.
We can't wait to see you in June!
Sponsor & Vendor Opportunities
The 2025 MSPE Annual Convention will bring together engineers from across Missouri for three days of professional development, networking, and special events.
Sponsors and vendors will have the opportunity to engage with attendees through dynamic education sessions, the MSPE Awards Luncheon, and networking events like the Welcome Dinner with live music and a private Dinner Cruise on Lake Ozark. With a strong lineup of panels, speakers, and social events, the convention is an ideal platform to showcase your brand to engineering professionals from across the state.
If your organization is interested in supporting the event, MSPE offers a variety of sponsor and vendor opportunities. Participation includes:
View the full list of options and benefits HERE.
For questions or sponsorship inquiries, contact Christin Monts at info@mspe.org
Click HERE to register!
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Registration to open later - please check back!
“Bring Your Own Engineer” and Joint Chapter-OSITE (Ozarks Section of the Institute of Transportation Engineers) Meeting, November 6, 2025.
Cost is $20 and pay upon arrival, cash, check, or credit card. Please note that students and first-time attendees do not pay. No advance registration needed.
Questions - contact Aaron Benson, abenson@greatriv.com.
Salute to Design & Construction Banquet
$50 Early Bird Price | $60 Week of the Event, Table Purchase (10 seats) only available in advance for $500.
Social Hour at 5 p.m. | Dinner at 6:30 p.m. | Program at 7 p.m. (This is a 21+ event).
Advance registration can be made at: Salute to Design & Construction Awards Banquet – Springfield Contractors Association
Questions - contact Aaron Benson, abenson@greatriv.com
(Please note - this is for the Missouri Foundation, not NSPE)
This Giving Tuesday on December 2, 2025, we invite you to join us in empowering the next generation of engineers through the Missouri Society of Professional Engineers (MSPE) Educational Foundation. Your generosity will help us provide scholarships, mentorship, and educational opportunities that shape the future of the engineering profession in Missouri.
The MSPE Educational Foundation is dedicated to supporting talented students who aspire to become professional engineers. With your help, we can continue to invest in their education and ensure they have the resources needed to succeed in their academic and professional journeys.
Your donation, no matter the size, makes a direct impact by:
This Giving Tuesday, let’s come together to build a stronger future for engineering in Missouri. By supporting the MSPE Educational Foundation, you are not just making a donation—you are shaping the future of our profession.
Join us today in making a difference. Your contribution can change lives and help create the innovators and problem-solvers of tomorrow.
Will you invest in the next generation of engineers with a donation of at least $25? Thank you!
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