SSR On Air is excited to welcome Susan Osterberg, our newly appointed CEO, to share her aspirations for SSR in this new "era of and." In her conversation with host Mike Rogers, Susan peels back the layers of strategic leadership and growth to explain that the growth trajectory isn't just about expanding geographies but also about fostering the next generation of leaders. Learn how strategic hiring in targeted regions and investing in talent attraction are just the beginning of our ambitious p...
Feb 19, 2024
25 min
Ever wonder how the unlikely pairing of a bright-eyed accounting director and a seasoned sustainability consultant could redefine mentorship? As Sara Presley and Alan Smith discuss their mentorship paring, they reveal the highs and lows of their unique journey, proving that sometimes, the most enriching growth comes from the most surprising connections.In a similar vein, Jon Ross, an SSR veteran with over four decades of insight, and Kevin Rumbolt, a hands-on project manager, explore their me...
Jan 29, 2024
19 min
In March of 2023, the first official Mentorship Class at SSR got underway. Comprised of 25 pairings from across the firm, the program was established to provide a platform for colleagues to comfortably engage in discussions pertaining to career goals, challenges, and opportunities. In this episode of SSR On Air, Mike talks with Jessica Nyce, Director of HR, to get a better understanding of how the first year of the program went and future plans. They discuss many of the benefits of...
Jan 18, 2024
14 min
Mike sits down with Matt Davis and Casey Hester to talk about a unique and collaborative opportunity the civil group has been doing for a longstanding healthcare client. Late last year, Casey fielded a question asking if SSR had the capability to perform a parking lot assessment. Not positive of our capabilities, he responded with a confident YES and immediately called Andrew Johnson, Principal for our Civil group. Nearly a year later, SSR has performed nearly two dozen asphalt assessments ac...
Oct 26, 2023
28 min
Every colleague at SSR contributes to our overall success through building strong relationships, executing for our clients, and owning the growth of our firm. As a 100% ESOP-owned firm, when we all contribute, we all succeed. In celebration of ESOP month — called ESOPtober — we pause to celebrate this collective effort and the impact it has on our firm's culture. Join us as Mike talks with guests Tim Priddy, Andy Brophy, and Karen Espensen about the evolution of SSR's ESOP and the newly forme...
Oct 12, 2023
21 min
Join us today as our guest, Kevin Wolfford, explains SSR's recently established healthcare council, its committees, and the grand vision behind it all. Learn about the four key committees - market presence, strategic accounts, trends, and national footprint - and how they are taking an "SSR One" approach to the healthcare market to enhance our national healthcare market presence. Mike and Kevin delve into the accomplishments of the council's first six months and the efforts to mak...
Sep 14, 2023
26 min
For the last time, outgoing CEO Steve Lane sits down with Mike Rogers to reflect on his career and what's next for him. Steve has been an SSR colleague for 45 years (and Mike's boss for 23 years!), serving in numerous leadership roles over his career including CEO for the past five years. Steve's guidance and attention to detail has led SSR to become the best sustainable business we can be. Steve shares some fond memories, talks about accomplishments, and recalls marquee...
Aug 25, 2023
45 min
In the latest episode of SSR On Air, Mike sits down with two SSR colleagues working on a "unicorn" project. Seth Spangler and Andy Brophy are both heavily involved in a new 100,000 SF corporate headquarters building that is seeking to achieve significant cultural and sustainability goals. Dubbed the "un-office office building," the southeastern located facility is aiming for net zero AND occupant comfort. Seth Spangler, PE, BEMP, LEED AP BD+C, is a Principal in SSR’s Atlanta office. His ...
Aug 10, 2023
38 min
In this episode of SSR On Air, Mike sits down with Luke Williams and Serena Hostetter, two members of our civil team. Luke and Serena are both heavily involved in the Kentucky / Tennessee chapter of the American Water Works Association (AWWA). They discuss their passion for the organization, how they got involved, the growth and development they've received as active and engaged members, and the upcoming Water Professionals Conference. Luke Williams, PE, is a Project Manger and civ...
Jul 20, 2023
32 min
SSR has internally launched a new process called Virtual Site Capture (VSC), a way to capture 360-degree images of a project, providing a more comprehensive view of the site and a more accurate representation of the conditions – for pre-construction, construction, or existing conditions. Mike talks with Jacob Verdin and Jeff Swayze, two colleagues intimately involved in piloting and launching the program. Jacob Verdin, PE, LEED AP BD+C, is a Project Manager and Mechanical Engineer based ...
Jun 29, 2023
41 min
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