AMTA2025 HOST COMMITTEE

The Host Committee works closely with the AMTA Board of Directors, especially the Meeting Coordinator, to find a suitable venue for the conference, select keynote speakers, and manage all aspects of venue location scheduling, exhibitor booth assignments and logistics.  Short Course/Boot Camp, Student Day, and other professional meetings are also set up and scheduled by the Host Committee, culminating in publication of the overall program. Visit: https://2025.amta.org

Host: Justin Dobbins, Raytheon | An RTX Business
Co-Host: Jeffery Massey, US Army Electronic Proving Ground | Assisted by: Michelle Lepage
Treasurer: Larry Mandeville, Northrop Grumman Corp.
Student Day Coordinator: Prof. Hao Xin, University of Arizona | Assisted by: Lydell Frasch, The Boeing Company (Retired), Russell Raldiris Torres, Raytheon/ASU & Billy Barott, Raytheon | Assisted by: Johnathan Frasch, Boeing, Nate Roman, Boeing & John Oldham, Raytheon
Boot Camp/Short Course Coordinator: Lydell Frasch, The Boeing Company (Retired) | Assisted by: Mike Havrilla, Air Force Institute of Technology & Liz Joyce, Raytheon
Registration Coordinator: Brandy Posey, NSI-MI
Technical Program Liaison: Ryan Cutshall, Raytheon | An RTX Business
Social Program Coordinators: Becky Fischer, Cheryl Collins | Assisted by: Cheryl Spann, Susan Frasch
Marketing Coordinator: Michelle Taylor
A/V Coordinator: Afifeh Khatabi, Raytheon | An RTX Business
Website/App Coordinator: C.J. Reddy, Altair
Graphic Designer: Pam McClung
Video Editor: Austin Taylor
Conference Management: John Vanella, Conference Direct
Registration Assistance: Izzy Derks, AMTA Member Experience Specialist

2025 TECHNICAL PROGRAM COMMITTEE

The 2025 AMTA Technical Program Committee is dedicated to curating and delivering a comprehensive, cutting-edge program that reflects the latest advancements and challenges in antenna measurement and related technologies. This committee plays a critical role in selecting high-quality technical presentations, ensuring diverse representation from the global research community. The committee is responsible for reviewing abstracts, evaluating session proposals, and shaping the structure of the technical program for the 2025 conference. Committee members are professionals and experts in the field, committed to fostering innovation and collaboration across the antenna measurement domain.

Chair: Jorge L. Salazar-Cerreńo, University of Oklahoma
Paul Vizcaino, Atlantic Test Range
Cosme Culotta-López, Microwave Vision Group
Claudio Curcio, University of Naples Federico II
Francesco Saccardi, Microwave Vision Group
Francesco D'Agostino, University of Salerno
Nathaniel Roman, The Boeing Company
Justin Dobbins, Raytheon Technologies
Jonathan Frasch, The Boeing Company
Amedeo Capozzoli, University of Naples Federico II
Adam Mehrabani, SAIC
Benoit Derat, Rohde & Schwarz
Joshua Gordon, National Institute of Standards
Zhong Chen, ETS-Lindgren
Manuel Sierra, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
Lydell Frasch, The Boeing Company, Retired
Stuart Gregson, Next Phase Measurements
John Locke, Molex Connected Mobile Solutions
Randy Jost, Ball Aerospace, Retired
Michael Polewski, Thales Nederland
Anna Stumme, US Naval Research Laboratory

GROWTH COMMITTEE

The AMTA Growth Committee works closely with the AMTA Board of Directors and especially the Senior Adviser to increase the value of AMTA to our members, exhibitors, and stakeholders, and is responsible for forming initiatives and proposals that aim to deliver these goals. As part of this, the Growth Committee is responsible for the annual AMTA member survey, and for lobbying that its outcomes and recommendations are addressed.

Chair: Stuart Gregson, Next Phase Measurements
Ryan Cutshall, Raytheon
Marc Dirix, Antenna Systems Solutions
Michael Francis, NIST, Retired
Lars Foged, Microwave Vision Group
Amanuel Haile, Boeing
Benjamin Moser, NIST

STUDENT PAPERS AND TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIP AWARD COMMITTEE

Student Papers and Travel Scholarship Award Committee is responsible for recognizing and supporting emerging talent in the field of antenna measurement techniques. This committee oversees the review and selection process for student papers submitted to the annual conference, ensuring that high-quality research is acknowledged and celebrated. Additionally, the committee manages the Travel Scholarship Award, which provides financial assistance to students, enabling them to attend the conference and present their work. The committee's goal is to encourage the next generation of researchers and professionals by promoting their academic achievements and fostering opportunities for networking and professional development within the antenna measurement community.

Student Travel Scholarship         
Chair: Peter Collins, Resonant Science
Cosme Culotta-Lopez, Microwave Vision Group
Brian Fischer,  Resonant Sciences
Jonathan Frasch,  The Boeing Company
Lydell Frasch,  The Boeing Company (Retired)
Amanuel Haile,  The Boeing Company
Alexander Knisely,  University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI)
Fernando Las-Heras,  University of Oviedo
Teh-Hong Lee,  The Ohio State University
Jorge Salazar-Cerreno,   University of Oklahoma
Edward Urbanik,   Applied Research Associates (Retired)

Student Paper Award Committee
Chair: Peter Collins, Resonant Science
Brian Fischer,  Resonant Sciences
Jonathan Frasch,  The Boeing Company
Lydell Frasch,  The Boeing Company (Retired)
Amanuel Haile,  The Boeing Company
Alexander Knisely,  University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI)
Teh-Hong Lee,  The Ohio State University
Edward Urbanik,   Applied Research Associates (Retired)

WEB OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE

The Website Overview Committee (WOC) ensures the association’s website remains an effective, user-friendly resource for members and the broader community. The committee oversees content updates, website functionality, and overall usability to enhance engagement and accessibility. Members collaborate to maintain accurate, relevant information and recommend improvements that align with AMTA’s mission and evolving digital needs.

Chair: Tony Sanchez, Antenna Systems Solutions
Brian Fischer, Resonant Sciences
Zhong Chen, ETS-Lindgren
Ed Urbanik, Retired
CJ Reddy, Altair
Michelle Taylor, NSI-MI Technologies
Jeff Fordham, Retired
Justin Dobbs, Raytheon Technologies
Alex Matveyenko, Ametek
Katie Fernstaedt, AMTA Website Director