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In this episode of PGA’s Breaking the ICE podcast, host Gordon Greene, PE sits down with Design Development Group Leader Eddie Giese, PE to discuss bridging the gap between IT and our core disciplines.

Eddie shares his experience navigating different stages of the engineering career path and the pressures of moving. They also explore the importance of conferences and training sessions, sharing knowledge to learn from others, and finding your niche within the engineering profession.

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• Gordon Greene, PE – Co-Founder & Executive Vice President (Host): He’s the embodiment of a competitive spirit, and that motivation has fueled his work as an engineer, business owner, and civic volunteer for the past 25 years. He loves talking with people about where those passions overlap! Come join the conversation!
• Eddie Giese, PE – Design Development Group Leader (Guest): With more than 19 years of experience in highway and transportation design, Eddie is one of a kind in the way he bridges IT and engineering. He trains consultants on FDOTConnect and OpenRoads Designer and leads workshops covering a wide range of topics, including 3D modeling, plan development, automated quantities, and 2D basics. Driven by a passion for efficiency, Eddie has created tools that help us work more accurately and make more time for what matters most: our loved ones.

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In this episode of PGA’s Breaking the ICE podcast, host Gordon Greene, PE sits down with Megan Lerner, PE of Garrett Engineering Group to discuss how differences in their business models shape the structure of their firms, influence growth strategies, and impact the way they navigate challenges in the industry.

Megan shares her perspective on leading a fully remote firm, the importance of creating work-life balance, and what it means to work within a small but mighty team of 10 engineers that continues to set a high standard and win projects. They also explore how flexibility, trust, and strong team dynamics can help firms grow and thrive.

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• Gordon Greene, PE – Co-Founder & Executive Vice President (Host): He’s the embodiment of a competitive spirit, and that motivation has fueled his work as an engineer, business owner, and civic volunteer for the past 25 years. He loves talking with people about where those passions overlap! Come join the conversation!
• Megan Lerner, PE – Vice President of Garrett Engineering (Guest): With more than 19 years of experience, Megan brings a strategic, delivery-focused perspective to Garrett Engineering’s roadway practice. As Vice President, she leads a small but mighty multidisciplinary transportation team of 10, helping public sector clients across Florida move projects forward with confidence while fostering the flexibility and agility of a fully remote firm.

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In this episode of PGA’s Breaking the ICE podcast, host Gordon Greene, PE sits down with Senior Roadway Project Manager Chris Smith to discuss leadership development, the importance of meaningful recognition, and giving-back initiatives, showcasing how the right combination can foster team engagement and retention.

Chris shares his experience with the Florida Department of Transportation and how those years helped shape the leader he is today—someone who is there for others and able to support large teams. They also explore how even the simplest acknowledgments can strengthen company culture and build a stronger team overall.

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• Gordon Greene, PE – Co-Founder & Executive Vice President (Host): He’s the embodiment of a competitive spirit, and that motivation has fueled his work as an engineer, business owner, and civic volunteer for the past 25 years. He loves talking with people about where those passions overlap! Come join the conversation!
• Chris Smith – Senior Roadway Project Manager (Guest): With more than 42 years of experience, including three decades with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District One, Chris brings deep expertise and steady leadership to every project he touches. Throughout his career, he has served in key roles such as Project Manager, District Production Manager, and Director of Transportation Development. He’s driven by a passion for helping others and enjoys trying new things, from being a private pilot to unicycling and juggling—but never at the same time!

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