The AGM marked the culmination of another successful year for the region. In 2024, the committee hosted 15 events and collaborated on an additional 11 joint events with other institutions—providing members with nearly 30 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities. The momentum continues into 2025, with the events programme already off to a strong start (see listings).

Congratulations to Ed Downer who will continue in his role as Chair for the final year of his two-year term. Georgia Woloszczak steps into the role of Vice Chair, having previously served as Honorary Treasurer, and brings a wealth of experience to her new position.
CIHT Yorkshire & the Humber also welcomes eight new members to the committee this year. Their addition reflects the region’s ongoing commitment to engaging members and professionals in the highways and transportation sector through a diverse programme of events and initiatives.

2025–26 Yorkshire & the Humber Committee

• Chair: Ed Downer
• Vice Chair: Georgia Woloszczak
• Honorary Treasurer: Mark Harrison
• Honorary Secretary: Ian Woodhouse
• Events Coordinator: Charlene Wortley
• Recruitment Officer: Stephen Granville
• CIHT Council Representative: Tom Howard
• Communications Officer: Omar Ajaz
• Emerging Professionals Group Chair: Anna Thompson
• Immediate Past Chair: Michael Chung

Committee Members:
Andy Burton, Lucy Cowie, Leanne Farrow, Jay Green (TBC), Helen James, Charlotte Matthews, Khaleel Mohammed, Paul Osbourne, Emma Roberts, Anna Thompson, Roger Wantling and Charlene Wortley.

The region extends its sincere thanks to all committee members—past and present—for their time, commitment, and contribution to supporting CIHT and its members. The committee looks forward to another year of collaboration, innovation, and professional development.

CIHT Yorkshire & the Humber Chair, Ed Downer.