ICTPA-Southern California Chapter

The ICTPA-Southern California Chapter is a nonprofit organization affiliated with the International Chinese Transportation Professionals Association (ICTPA). It operates in Southern California, focusing on the transportation sector.

Mission and Activities

The primary mission of the ICTPA-Southern California Chapter is to promote professional development, knowledge sharing, innovation, cooperation, and business networking among Chinese and non-Chinese professionals in the transportation field. It achieves these goals through various technical and social activities designed to enhance technical skills and networking opportunities for its members[2][4].

Events and Celebrations

The chapter is active in organizing events, including the celebration of the Lunar New Year. These events often feature keynote speakers, performances, and networking opportunities. For example, a past event included a keynote speech by Mr. Conan Cheung, Chief Operations Officer at LA Metro, and an Outstanding Contribution Award to Mr. Paul Hsu[2].

Sponsorship and Support

The ICTPA-Southern California Chapter has received support from several prominent companies in the transportation and engineering sectors. Past sponsors have included Mott Macdonald, HNTB, Virginkar & Associates, Inc., KOA, and CNS Engineers, Inc., at different sponsorship levels[2].

Classification

The organization is classified as a Business League and is headquartered in California[5].

Legal Information

It operates under the Employer Identification Number (EIN) 10933037, which is used for tax purposes in the United States[5].

Relationship with ICTPA

As a chapter of the International Chinese Transportation Professionals Association, it shares the broader mission of ICTPA to reflect different aspects of the transportation field, including both public and private sectors[1].