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Canceled COMTO Miami Chapter Bowling Mixer (This event will be rescheduled for November during COMTO Week. Stay tuned!)

Sparez Bowling 5325 University Drive, Davie, FL, United States

Join us on Friday, September 23rd at SpareZ Bowling Alley, located at 5325 University Drive, Davie, FL 33328. Come with your best game to win the Grand Prize! You’re not a Bowler? No problem. Come cheer on the team of your choice and enjoy the food, drink and great camaraderie, all for just $25! Sign up as a team of four for $140 or bowl as an Individual for $40. Mix and mingle with fellow COMTO members and guests. Feel free to bring family and friends for an evening of networking, food and fun, and bowling! Funds raised benefit the COMTO Miami...

2022 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

 Applicant must be either a resident of or attend school in Florida  The Miami Chapter of the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) is seeking applicants for scholarship awards of $1,000 each. COMTO is a national, multi-ethnic organization founded in 1971 to advocate for the transportation needs of minorities. COMTO’s vision is to be the primary voice in the transportation industry for people, businesses and communities of color, with a focus on equal access to opportunities to learn about careers in the transportation industry through scholarship programs, internships and mentoring.  Applications must be postmarked no later than Wednesday, October 5,...

Air, Land & Sea: Partners in Transportation Business Engagement Symposium

The Air, Land & Sea Symposium will bring Small Minority-owned and Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) interested in doing business with Miami-Dade County (MDC) together with the transportation leaders of MDC and companies from the private sector to discuss MDC transportation project opportunities. The symposium will include informative and interactive matching sessions by transportation mode in which the small minority-owned business members will engage with project leaders and administrators to ensure project readiness. Participants include the Miami-Dade Aviation Department, Department of Transportation & Public Works, Port Miami and Miami-Dade Expressway Authority. Register online to attend at https://mdcsbd.gob2g.com/Default.asp?  Go to Outreach then click...

COMTO Miami Scholarship Golf Tournament

Jacaranda Golf Course (West) 9200 West Broward Blvd, Plantation, FL, United States

Join us on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at the Jacaranda Golf Club, located at 9200 West Broward Blvd. in Plantation, Florida for the COMTO Miami Charles George Scholarship Golf Tournament. The Tournament is Scramble format. Registration starts at 7:00 am and Shotgun starts at 8:00 am. Cost is $175 / player of $600 / team. The cost for the Scholarship Luncheon is $60 per person. For registration and more information, contact William Texidor at 786-516-1118. The Tournament continues to be a means of assisting students (sometimes first generational) to pursue a degree. The chapter named its tournament after its Founder,...

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Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

Miami International Airport (North Terminal Auditorium) 2100 NW 42nd Ave., Miami, FL, United States

COMTO Miami will recognize the achievements and contributions of Hispanic American champions who have inspired others to achieve success. Every year, from September 15 to October 15, the US celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month. This is an opportunity to reflect on the contributions of the Hispanic community to the country. The 2022 theme is “Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation”. Join us for a fun evening with food, dancers, and music as we celebrate the rich heritage and many accomplishments of Hispanics in Transportation. The event will be held at the Miami International Airport in the North Terminal Auditorium.

COMTO Week (November 14 – 18, 2022)

This is the time of year in which we highlight the purpose and value of COMTO Membership. Join us for a week of membership and professional development activities at various locations. This year’s activities includes a Youth Symposium to introduce senior high school students to transportation careers. Stay tuned…

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COMTO Transportation Youth Symposium

William Lehman Center 6601 NW 72nd Avenue, Miami

COMTO Miami Chapter will host a Transportation Youth Symposium at the William Lehman Center, 6601 NW 72nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33166 on Saturday, December 3, 2022. The Symposium will bring together high school students (9th – 12th grade), transportation professionals and leaders to discuss opportunities and careers in transportation. Students will engage in interactive activities, tour facilities and meet transportation professionals. Space is limited. Students must register in advance and obtain parental permission. The Symposium will begin at 8:45 am and end approximately at 2:00 pm. Continental breakfast and lunch provided. Students will meet at the Palmetto Metrorail Station at...

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COMTO Black History Month

COMTO Miami Chapter will host its annual Black History Celebration on Thursday, February 16th at the Miami-Dade Central Bus Division Auditorium. The event will include a panel discussion on the National Black History theme from a business perspective, a Junkanoo Band, Singer Lyrica Jada, Dancers: Piece "elements" produced by Insurgent Cultivator, Poet Sunset Jones, D.J. Emmanuel & More! Come enjoy Caribbean cuisine and great networking! The reception starts at 6:00 pm and the program will begin at 6:45 pm. To volunteer, contact Frank Brown at [email protected]. This is a secured parking area and ID is required for entry.

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COMTO Miami Membership Meet & Greet

Miami Airport Station (MIA) 3790 NW 21st Street, Miami, FL, United States

Get to know more about Miami-Dade Expressway Authority (MDX) Executive Director Darlene Fernandez, MDX plans, activities and opportunities. Information on COMTO national and local chapter upcoming events and refreshments will be provided. We will also have a presentation from the Women's Transportation Seminar (WTS) on their new Transportation YOU program.   Take the Metrorail to the Miami Airport Station (MIA) Station and walk south to NW 21st Street to 3790 NW 21st Street, Miami, FL 33142. Join us for an informative and engaging meeting with plenty of networking opportunities. New and potential members welcome. For more information, send an email to [email protected] or...

School Supplies Drive: (Look for the Collection Box)

COMTO Miami will collect School Supplies and monetary donations via CashApp:$comtomiami1986 for underprivileged youth from July 25 - August 11, 2023. For more information contact Celiece Waiters at 754-366-6196 or [email protected] or [email protected].   Dates: July 25 - August 11, 2023 Place:  Rosa Parks Transportation Bldg - 3300 NW 32nd Avenue             SW Central Administration Bldg - 3300 NW 32nd Avenue             Coral Way Transportation Bldg - 2775 SW 74 Avenue             Northeast Transportation Bldg - 360 NE 185 Street            ...

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The Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) was created to provide a forum for minority professionals in the transportation industry. COMTO’s membership includes individuals, groups, transportation agencies, private sector corporations, non-profit organizations, and Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs).

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