Welcome to a new era! In this special transition episode, we say goodbye to "Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up" and hello to "Ground Breaking: Where Consulting Meets Innovations." Join us as we unveil the exciting future that awaits. Get ready to sip on some fresh perspectives and innovative ideas – your next favorite podcast is just a play button away!

In this episode of Coffee Talk, we talk to ECS Chief Operations Officer Leo Titus, PE. Leo talks about how he got his start with ECS and his career trajectory with the company, leadership and the value of networking.

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected]. Episode transcripts are available on the ECS website at https://www.ecslimited.com/categories/podcast.

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

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In this episode of Coffee Talk, we hear from Subsidiary Regional Manager Joey Broussard, PE from ECS Florida, LLC. While he lives in Florida now, Joey shares about his family history and Cajun culture as well as his start in the engineering consulting field and the growth of the Jacksonville office.

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected]. Episode transcripts are available on the ECS website at https://www.ecslimited.com/categories/podcast.

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

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In this episode of Coffee Talk, we hear from Facilities Department Manager Rick Hinson, PE. He shares about the Third-Party Inspection Program, code compliance and the difference between that and Special Inspections.

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected]. Episode transcripts are available on the ECS website at https://www.ecslimited.com/categories/podcast.

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

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In this episode of Coffee Talk, we hear from University Talent Senior Manager Tricia Shelton, PE. She shares about the start of her career as a geotechnical project manager and how she transitioned to recruitment and built the ECS University Talent program. This summer ECS will have about 200 interns and co-ops throughout our offices.

Learn more about ECS’ University Program by visiting: https://www.ecslimited.com/university-programs

Watch A Day in the Life of an ECS Intern https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SNEpo5gnles

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected]. Episode transcripts are available on the ECS website at https://www.ecslimited.com/categories/podcast.

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

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In this episode of Coffee Talk, we’re getting to know Geotechnical Department Manager Paul Pinkerton in our Frederick, MD office. He will share about vibration monitoring and geophysical services, the entrepreneurial spirit of the company allowing him to grow the services he’s interested in and how these services have impacted a variety of clients.

Resources mentioned:

Clive Cussler, author

Some of Paul’s key takeaways on vibration monitoring and geophysical services:

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected].

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

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In this episode of Coffee Talk, we’re getting to know Zy Bobbitt, a CMT Project Coordinator in our Austin, TX office. He’s a native Houstonian and shares about the diversity of the city and his travels across several states. Zy discusses his career path into construction materials testing and steel inspecting, empowering and teaching coworkers to value safety and the opportunity to grow.

Some of Zy’s key takeaways on field services, safety and career growth:

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected].

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

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In this bonus episode of Coffee Talk, we’re getting to know Roger Smith and Matt McDuffie, principal geologists for ECS in Charlotte, along with Chris Walker, an environmental attorney at Alexander Ricks PLLC.

Hear Matt, Roger and Chris share about when they learned to fish, the best days when the fish were biting and how fishing has helped their relationships.

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected].

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

This episode was produced by Novice Studios.

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In this episode of Coffee Talk, we’re getting to know ECS Midwest team member Jenna Jordan, Business Development Manager for our Wisconsin offices. She will discuss her personal involvement with fire safety, the power of volunteering and finding your passions, as well as tips on making lasting connections in business development.

Some of Jenna’s key takeaways on finding your passions and bringing them in your professional work:

Links mentioned:

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected]. Episode transcripts are available on the ECS website at https://www.ecslimited.com/categories/podcast.

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

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In this episode of Coffee Talk, we’re getting to know Rey Ruiz, PE, SI, Branch Manager of the Tampa, FL office. He shares about the mentorship he has received throughout his career and the importance of building relationships as a compassionate leader. Rey also shares his career journey, starting as a structural engineering student to moving to construction materials testing to being a branch manager.

Some of Rey’s key takeaways on mentorship:

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected]. Episode transcripts are available on the ECS website at https://www.ecslimited.com/categories/podcast.

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

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