Engineering Change

Brett talks with John R. Allen, III of Allen Business Advisors about options for both employees and owners when it comes time to pass the baton of firm ownership.

John R. Allen, III guides owners of architecture, engineering, and land surveying firms through successful exits, whether selling to an outside third party or to their own key employees. His background is in commercial lending and SBA acquisition financing.

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Georgia (ACEC Georgia) is the voice of the business of engineering in Georgia. ACEC Georgia advocates for public policy and legislation that will improve the business climate for the engineering industry, promote economic development and protect the integrity of the engineering profession. ACEC Georgia programs and events provide unique business development opportunities, information on current trends and best practices as well as leadership training to develop the next generation of engineering industry leaders.

Brett and Sully discuss the outcomes of the 2026 Primary Elections and the 2026 Georgia State Legislature Special Session.

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Georgia (ACEC Georgia) is the voice of the business of engineering in Georgia. ACEC Georgia advocates for public policy and legislation that will improve the business climate for the engineering industry, promote economic development and protect the integrity of the engineering profession. ACEC Georgia programs and events provide unique business development opportunities, information on current trends and best practices as well as leadership training to develop the next generation of engineering industry leaders.

Mae Whiteside, PE, MBA, is the Founder and CEO of CKL Engineers, LLC, a nationally recognized civil engineering and construction management firm specializing in transportation and infrastructure projects. Over the past 15 years, she has grown CKL from a one-person operation into a multi-state company delivering Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) services across highways, bridges, transit, aviation, local streets, and emerging data-center markets. A respected leader in infrastructure, workforce development, and equitable procurement, Mae has also served as an expert commentator for CBS News on issues impacting engineering and community-centered infrastructure. She is a graduate of Illinois Tech’s Armour College of Engineering and Georgia Tech’s Scheller College of Business.

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Georgia (ACEC Georgia) is the voice of the business of engineering in Georgia. ACEC Georgia advocates for public policy and legislation that will improve the business climate for the engineering industry, promote economic development and protect the integrity of the engineering profession. ACEC Georgia programs and events provide unique business development opportunities, information on current trends and best practices as well as leadership training to develop the next generation of engineering industry leaders.

Young Professionals In The Know Edition!

This episode offers a quick look into the client side of project delivery. You will hear how agencies approach their work and what they value in consultant partnerships.

We discuss how communication and technical performance come together to shape successful outcomes, along with what is evolving across infrastructure programs and how young professionals can stand out in these interactions.

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Georgia (ACEC Georgia) is the voice of the business of engineering in Georgia. ACEC Georgia advocates for public policy and legislation that will improve the business climate for the engineering industry, promote economic development and protect the integrity of the engineering profession. ACEC Georgia programs and events provide unique business development opportunities, information on current trends and best practices as well as leadership training to develop the next generation of engineering industry leaders.

Brett and Sully talk about the 2026 Legislative Session. Sully gives us an update on ACEC Georgia's legislation and other bills we're following.

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Georgia (ACEC Georgia) is the voice of the business of engineering in Georgia. ACEC Georgia advocates for public policy and legislation that will improve the business climate for the engineering industry, promote economic development and protect the integrity of the engineering profession. ACEC Georgia programs and events provide unique business development opportunities, information on current trends and best practices as well as leadership training to develop the next generation of engineering industry leaders.

Don Singer (BGE) and Daylen Stone (Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering) join Brett to discuss ACEC Georgia's Young Professionals Network (YPN) and the new YPN in the K.N.O.W. section of the ACEC Georgia app.

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Georgia (ACEC Georgia) is the voice of the business of engineering in Georgia. ACEC Georgia advocates for public policy and legislation that will improve the business climate for the engineering industry, promote economic development and protect the integrity of the engineering profession. ACEC Georgia programs and events provide unique business development opportunities, information on current trends and best practices as well as leadership training to develop the next generation of engineering industry leaders.

Mental strength and agility expert Angie Miller draws from her background as a psychotherapist, performance coach, and wellness educator to deliver powerful strategies for building stress-resilient teams and cultures.

Angie Miller, M.S., LCMHC, CWC (https://angiemillerwellness.com/), is a Global Wellness Speaker who champions the intersection between physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. A Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist, Certified Wellness Coach, Author, and Renowned Fitness Expert, Angie empowers organizations worldwide with evidence-based strategies for mental and physical wellbeing. She hosts NASM’s Strong Mind, Strong Body podcast and delivers international keynotes on mental fitness, emotional intelligence, boundary-setting, and building resilient teams through times of change. A professional development educator for the National Academy of Sports Medicine and former university instructor in Stress Management and Sport Psychology, Angie brings clinical expertise to organizational wellbeing. She is recognized as a catalyst for workplace transformation, building cultures of confidence and collaboration that achieve peak performance without burnout.

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Georgia (ACEC Georgia) is the voice of the business of engineering in Georgia. ACEC Georgia advocates for public policy and legislation that will improve the business climate for the engineering industry, promote economic development and protect the integrity of the engineering profession. ACEC Georgia programs and events provide unique business development opportunities, information on current trends and best practices as well as leadership training to develop the next generation of engineering industry leaders.

ACEC Junior Board of Directors members Abby Burks, PE and Chris Gallien II, PE will be joined by guests Charlene Smart, SPHR, 6σGB, SHRM-SCP and Darius Broughton, MBA as they share insight on navigating the transition from school into the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry.

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Georgia (ACEC Georgia) is the voice of the business of engineering in Georgia. ACEC Georgia advocates for public policy and legislation that will improve the business climate for the engineering industry, promote economic development and protect the integrity of the engineering profession. ACEC Georgia programs and events provide unique business development opportunities, information on current trends and best practices as well as leadership training to develop the next generation of engineering industry leaders.

Skot Waldron is a leadership and brand strategist, speaker, and author based near Atlanta, Georgia. With over 20 years of experience, he has worked with organizations such as Coca-Cola, Sesame Workshop, and J.P. Morgan Chase to strengthen communication, culture, and leadership branding. He is the author of Unlocked: A 52-Week Guide For The Intentional Leader and host of the Unlocked with Skot Waldron podcast.

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Georgia (ACEC Georgia) is the voice of the business of engineering in Georgia. ACEC Georgia advocates for public policy and legislation that will improve the business climate for the engineering industry, promote economic development and protect the integrity of the engineering profession. ACEC Georgia programs and events provide unique business development opportunities, information on current trends and best practices as well as leadership training to develop the next generation of engineering industry leaders.

Brett sits down with Perry Anne Scott to talk Team Culture, Leadership Development, and more!...Perry Anne Scott is a seasoned leadership and organizational-development expert based in Smyrna, Georgia. As the Founder and Principal Consultant of Converge Coaching & Consulting, she brings over 30 years of professional experience, beginning in the airline industry and evolving into a focus on building high-performing teams and developing leaders across technical and corporate environments .Prior to launching her own firm, Perry Anne held leadership roles in learning and development, instructional design, and talent management—eventually working with Fortune 500 companies, non-profits, and global clients in sectors including international development, healthcare, biotech, IT security, construction, and engineering. She’s also an advanced Hogan Assessment consultant and certified facilitator of Everything DiSC® and The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team.Find Perry Anne at convergecoachconsult.com.The American Council of Engineering Companies of Georgia (ACEC Georgia) is the voice of the business of engineering in Georgia. ACEC Georgia advocates for public policy and legislation that will improve the business climate for the engineering industry, promote economic development and protect the integrity of the engineering profession. ACEC Georgia programs and events provide unique business development opportunities, information on current trends and best practices as well as leadership training to develop the next generation of engineering industry leaders.