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Discover the secrets of SSR's successful expansion into the Urban Southeast market directly from Mark Haldeman, a Principal for SSR focused on growing market presence in the region. Mark and SSR On Air host Mike Rogers discuss SSR's initial identification of opportunities to serve our clients with presence in this area; how Mark has been supporting Seth Spangler (Atlanta), Terry Madden (Charlotte), and others in their respective locations to expand existing relationships, talk strategy, and l...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...