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Congratulations to our very own Brett Morse, who was announced President of the American Council of Engineering Companies of Minnesota (ACEC/MN) at the 2024 Annual Meeting. ACEC/MN is the leading business practice and policy advocate for consulting engineering firms in Minnesota, working every day to make a difference in the engineering community. With over 125 member companies, ACEC/MN represents over 7,500 employees that provide services to all segments of society. Brett brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to ACEC/MN, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to clients, staff development, and collaborative processes while working on projects across the buildings and sites, water, and transportation markets. Congratulations, Brett!

On May 30, TKDA's Craig Edmondson will be a panelist at SMPS Seattle's next educational event, Charting A Course For Success: Accountability In Business Development! Craig will share valuable insights and strategies to elevate business development efforts in challenging times, which he has gained expertise in from his role at TKDA. While working as a Project Manager, Craig has managed projects in the Pacific Northwest and West Coast, and he leads our rail and transit business development efforts in the Pacific Northwest, including strategy development, execution, and major pursuits. Register for the panel here: https://bit.ly/3ydpX92

The TKDA Scholarship, awarded to a second-year pre-architecture student based on the overall quality and strength of their design folio, reflects a collaboration between College of DuPage and local businesses. The scholarship connects students with architecture firm TKDA, where the student has the opportunity to take part in a summer internship that provides hands-on exposure to architecture, laying the foundation for their future careers. Ivan (pictured), who won the scholarship and had a summer internship with TKDA last summer said, "I was fortunate and thankful for the unique opportunity to work with an incredible team of architects at TKDA’s Chicago office. I was able to experience and learn the true responsibility and position of the architect in various projects. I enjoyed talking and listening to fellow architects about their experience in the profession. I’m glad TKDA is continuing to offer this great opportunity to COD students, and I hope future candidates are able to learn and grow as architects outside the classroom as I have."

We are excited to announce that TKDA will soon have a new headquarters in Bloomington, Minnesota! At nearly 90,000 square feet, the new space will accommodate our growth and support our workforce and operational needs now and into the future. “The decision to move our TKDA headquarters follows considerable evaluation and due diligence with the goal of supporting our company’s growth and the needs of our most valuable asset – our hardworking, talented employees. Saint Paul has served us well in our first 114 years of business, and we are excited to begin our next chapter in Bloomington,” said Tom Stoneburner, CEO of TKDA. Our 300 Saint Paul-based employees will move into this new office space in early 2025. https://bit.ly/4dvFr8B

Brian "Bud" Mickelson and William Beyer, P.E. have been at the AISTech Conference since Monday connecting with our clients and sharing their expertise. AISTech is an annual iron and steel technology conference and exposition taking place in Columbus, Ohio, this year. This conference gives attendees a global perspective by featuring technologies from all over the world. Thank you to AIST - Association for Iron & Steel Technology for putting on a great conference!

During Construction Safety Week, it's important to reflect on our safety culture. Safety is critical at TKDA, as shown through an unwavering dedication to employees, communities, and partners. Our commitment is evident through active investments in tools designed for prevention, education, and accountability. We want every employee to return home safely each day. #ConstructionSafetyWeek

We are excited to announce that Chad Ayers, PE, has joined our facilities team as a Senior Civil Engineer. With over 28 years of engineering and management experience, Chad has worked on public and private projects involving site, utility, grading design, contract preparation, bidding, scheduling, and construction management. His expertise in civil engineering is invaluable as he joins our team. https://bit.ly/4a5zdcB

Happy National Drone Day! Today we share our appreciation for our UAV drone pilots, including Civil Engineering Technician, Derek Pientka. Derek helps TKDA soar to new heights with the power of drones - from capturing stunning aerial views for site analysis, to precise mapping for project planning, drones are revolutionizing how we design and build. Although drones are used primarily before and during a project, Derek says his favorite flights with drones involve capturing images to use for marketing purposes, when he can free fly and grab photos that show off the final results. Recalling memorable locations Derek has been to capture data with a drone, Derek says "My favorite place was probably California. Though I did not directly fly the drone during our six days out there, it was definitely the one I remember most vividly as I had never been to California before. The project was to scan 14 miles of double main rail and was a very good experience to have." Derek, who appreciates the number of applications he can use drones for, says he would like to have a drone or two of his own soon. He hopes to use his skills and knowledge to get out into nature more and use his camera and a drone to capture some crazy pictures. Thank you for your dedication, skill, and contributions to the success of our projects, Derek!

TKDA was recognized for our excellence in workplace safety and health during the 2024 Minnesota Safety and Health Conference with a Diamond Achievement Award! We are one of 244 employers to be honored through the awards program coordinated by the Minnesota Safety Council, Inc. At TKDA, safety is paramount, ingrained deeply within our values, and reflects an unwavering dedication to team members, communities, and collaborative partners. This commitment comes to life through active investments in tools designed for prevention, education, and accountability. https://bit.ly/4dohmQW

Our Vice President of Aviation, John Ahern, along with our National Market Manager, Chad Gunderson, are getting ready to attend the 96th Annual AAAE Conference and Exposition!   Taking place April 28th - May 1st, John and Chad are excited for this opportunity to meet with aviation colleagues, share recent experiences and discuss trends in the aviation industry.