Experts

To answer questions on REINS® all Experts must have industry standard recognized credentials in their fields such as a Professional Engineer License and ten years of experience working in a particular industry. We verify the identity and at least relevant credentials of every Expert to ensure that you get the most knowledgeable, credible response.

"It is the advice and experience of the Experts that are important when problem-solving and conducting due diligence in real-time."

"We live in a knowledge economy, all of which is funded by expert knowledge."
-Robert C. Post, Yale Law school

Application process

The application process is easy and there are no sign-up fees.

We welcome all types of infrastructure Experts provided you meet the criteria. Respond anywhere, anytime as frequently as you want. If you have an internet connection and a smart device, simply choose the questions you want to answer.

Step 1:

  • Download the REINS® app
  • Click on sign-up and Request Expert account
  • An automated email will be sent confirming your request

Step 2:

  • Complete the application process
  • Wait for the approval email and certification

Step 3:

  • Login to your account
  • Complete your account profile for REINS® app users to view your expertise
  • Begin asking and responding to both public and private questions
Meet Our Experts

Our Experts maximize the social value of infrastructure globally through questioning and responses. They are helping achieve positive outcomes and decisions in future infrastructure.

  • Engaging stakeholders
  • Being responsive
  • Valuing what matters to you
  • Identifying challenges and opportunities

Ameera Sayeed, AICP is a Transportation Planning Consultant for the architecture, engineering, construction, and planning industry.

Ameera Sayeed, AICP - CEO and Founder REINS® Inc.

"30+ years in Central Florida Transportation. Member of AICP & APA, Serves on National Committees AMPO& Executive Director Committee of NARC, Serves on UCF Planning Advisory Board & Wekiva River Basin Commission

Gary Huttmann, AICP, Executive Director MetroPlan Orlando

"You got to work with someone who wants to give you free reins in things you want to learn."

Ananth Prasad, P.E., Florida Transportation Builders Association

"I think the electrification of our fleet is going to be a game changer...and eventually, we are going to see more automation. It's going to be an opportunity for people with disabilities and the elderly."

Denise Bunnewith, Planning Director North Florida TPO, retired

"Always think of yourself as a leader. think of yourself as a relevant voice in the process - regardless of where you are on a team."

Chris Flagg, FALSA

"Charlie is our first expert in Construction Management. He is a certified general contractor and the Division lead in Construction at Haskell."

Charlie Rocheleau, University of Florida, BS in Construction Management

"Planning is really a profession for futurists and idealists...we shape what our communities can become."

Dennis Smith, AICP

"Planning by its nature and what is intended requires an interdisciplinary approach, and I found that very interesting."

Gary Huttmann, AICP

"Over 25 years of public and private sector experience with predisaster mitigation and demand management."

Dennis Smith, AICP

" Over 25 years serving as a financial advisor, an investment banker, a derivatives marketer, and a management consultant. Currently, Jim is working on a number of innovative transactions, including P3s, closed financings, early-stage development projects, and restructurings for water, rail, and education projects."

Jim Ziglar Jr. Financial Advisor

"That's the constant message. This is what I preach to my colleagues, peers and new students is that we have to be more politically active."

Ananth Prasad, P.E. Former FDOT Secretary

"You're most creative when you can be creative within a box."

Chris Flagg, FASLA

"A strong background in the study of corrosion and environmental degradation of engineered materials. He has been an expert witness on several cases involving the failure of materials, components, structures, industrial equipment, and accident reconstruction."

Adil Khan, Senior Principal Engineer

"I'm a strong advocate of trusting people, giving them the skills to do their job through professional development."

Dennis Smith, AICP and FSU Professor of Urban and Regional Planning

"Transportation planner and supervisor for 34 years working on community development."

Laurie Santana, AICP

"Over two decades of leadership experience at the Navy Nuclear Power Program works at the FDOT as the Asset Maintenance Administrator and has been teaching for over 20 years."

Dr. Richard Bame

"That's what's so wonderful about planning - you can't pigeonhole it. You can't put it in a box. It's so broad."

Wiatt Bowers, AICP, Director Planning

"Regional Manager with experience in review design exception and design variation submittals. Review Community Aesthetic feature submittals. Review and update criteria as required.."

Maria Overton, PE, CPM, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez

"Paradigm Shifter, Change Shepherd, Silo Bridger, and Polymath at CREWS, LLC, Researcher at UCF."

Patricia Tice, Ph.D., PE, AICP, UF Postdoctoral Researcher

"11 years of public agency, private sector, and academic experience in the transportation industry, all of which in the Intelligent Transportation Systems, Traffic Engineering, and Transportation Planning sectors."

Kris Milster, PE, PTOE
Continued Education Provider

As a REINS® expert and mentor your REINS® certification is still valid and you may continue to self-report continuing education credits. We are an AICP continued education provider. Our latest efforts are waiting for approval certifications (LEED, PE). The desktop version is down for construction. In the meantime, download our new mobile version available on the App and Google Play stores and search for the REINS® app.