Future Leaders
Mission/Charter:
The mission of the DCA Future Leaders Committee is to cultivate and engage a community of emerging leaders within the gas distribution industry. Through networking, outreach, and professional development opportunities, we aim to equip our members with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and advance their careers, as well as advance the culture of the DCA.
Committee Leadership:
| First and Last Name | Company Name |
Co-Chair: | Laura Mason | Caterpillar Inc. |
Co-Chair: | Elizabeth Michels | Michels Corporation |
Secretary: | Caleb Scheve | Pirce Gregory International |
Committee Team:
FUTURE LEADERS | ||
Laura Mason | Caterpillar Inc. | Associate |
Brad Everett | Caterpillar Inc. | Associate |
Matt Stone | Footage Tools | Associate |
Matthew Moore | Freight North Logistics | Associate |
Sarah Mahlik | TT Technologies | Associate |
Zach Bissett | Vermeer All Roads | Associate |
John Lamerton | Wyo-Ben | Associate |
Eric Van Dusseldorp | Vermeer Corporation | Associate |
Paul DiDomenico | Grace Industries LLC | Contractor |
Dennis Springer | Hallen Construction | Contractor |
Michael Giordano PE | Haugland Energy | Contractor |
Elizabeth Michels | Michels Corporation | Contractor |
Shawn Thorson | Michels Utility Services | Contractor |
Daniel Vernon | Northern Clearing Inc. | Contractor |
Caleb Scheve | Price Gregory International, Inc. | Contractor |
Evan Hamilton | The Hydaker-Wheatlake Company | Contractor |
Kelsey moreland | Precision Pipeline LLC – WI | Contractor |
Jessica Fox | Wright Traffic Control | Contractor |
Madison Mason | Vector Force Development | Contractor |
2024 Top Achievements:
- Development of the “DCA Deep Dive” webinar series. Each session will explore timely and relevant industry topics, aligning closely with the work of DCA’s dedicated committees to drive innovation, safety, and develop future leaders of the distribution construction industry. The Deep Dive series reflects DCA’s commitment to deliver value and support members’ needs through engaging formats to dig into the issues that matter most.
- Creation of member biographies for all Future Leader committee members to encourage networking and form new relationships in the industry.
- Created an opportunity for all DCA members to obtain a professional headshot photo to use for DCA bios, LinkedIn, and other professional needs. Created networking connections during photo shoot for DCA members to network with Future Leaders.
- Launched the Future Leaders Committee microsite to house all meeting notes, rosters, and post updates.
2025 Top Goals:
- Launch an official “DCA Connector Program” to foster mentorship.
- Implementation of the “DCA Deep Dive” webinar series to promote ongoing learning, professional development, and networking.
Mission/Charter:
The mission of the DCA Future Leaders Committee is to cultivate and engage a community of emerging leaders within the gas distribution industry. Through networking, outreach, and professional development opportunities, we aim to equip our members with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and advance their careers, as well as advance the culture of the DCA.