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As we close out #NationalGroundwaterAwarenessWeek, we reflect on its mission—to educate, inspire, and advocate for the protection and sustainable management of this vital resource. To do so, we asked a few of our #groundwater specialists what got them into careers and why it matters to them. Lauren Gordon, P.G. Chris Petersen Solidea Bonina, Ph.D. Tom Daigle, P.G.

For Ginger Gillin, Vice President and Principal Environmental Scientist at #TeamGEI, the journey into water was one of persistence, passion, and purpose. As a young girl, she was told "we don’t hire girls for that." But that didn’t stop her. Ginger pursued a career in fisheries biology, driven by a love for science and the outdoors. Over time, her expertise evolved, leading her into the world of #hydropower regulation and #environmental compliance, where she works to balance clean energy with environmental protection. Her career has grown alongside the industry—once a rare sight, today she leads project meetings filled with women scientists, engineers, and planners, proving that the face of water is changing. In 2022, she was honored with the Women with HydroVision award, a testament to her impact in the field. Through it all, Ginger’s story is a powerful reminder of how determination and passion can shape not just a career, but an entire industry. Check out her photo essay to see her journey through the years and to learn more about Ginger, check out her bio on our website: https://ow.ly/5kpN50Vihxf #WomenInWater

Groundwater #modeling plays a crucial role in protecting our water resources. As part of #NationalGroundwaterAwarenessWeek, we’re highlighting the expertise that helps us better understand and manage this vital resource. Groundwater models provide key insights for decision-making, but building effective models requires both skill and experience. Andrew Adinolfi shares his top tips and advice for groundwater modelers in a new article, helping advance best practices in the field. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, these insights can help improve your approach to modeling groundwater systems. Check out Andrew's post below and join the discussion!?

Every career has defining moments—experiences that shape how we grow, lead, and make an impact. As part of GEI’s #WomeninWater series, we’re spotlighting #TeamGEI's Laura Verhaeghe, P.Eng., a Senior Project Manager in Infrastructure Planning, whose journey in #water has been guided by curiosity, #resilience, and a commitment to sustainable communities. Laura’s path started with an interest in medicine, but a fascination with biological engineering led her to a career in wastewater infrastructure—an essential field for public health and #sustainability. Early in her career, she faced the challenge of stepping into a technical sales role as an introvert, learning a powerful lesson: “You know more about this technology than anyone else in the room. Trust yourself.” Over the years, Laura has seen more women rise into leadership in wastewater engineering, though she notes construction still has room for growth. Progress is happening, and she’s proud to be part of the change. Join us in celebrating Laura and all the women making waves in water! #WomenMakingWaves #infrastructure

As we celebrate National Women’s History Month, we reflect on the incredible women who have shaped our communities, industries, and futures. This week, we’re spotlighting Monica Malone, PE, CFM, a Senior Water Resources Engineer in our Dallas office, as part of GEI’s #WomenInWater series. Monica believes this month is a time to recognize the achievements of trailblazing women and share their stories with the next generation. One such pioneer is Hattie Peterson, the first female African-American civil engineer in the U.S., whose work with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers paved the way for Black women in engineering. Monica also shares gratitude for Dr. Karen Butler-Purry, a professor and mentor who shaped her career and the careers of many other future STEM leaders. Join us in celebrating Monica and all the women who are making an impact in the water industry. To learn more about Monica, check out her bio on our website:?https://lnkd.in/gtK2hq_7

As we celebrate #NationalGroundwaterAwarenessWeek, we’re spotlighting the innovative work that helps us understand and protect this critical resource. Understanding and protecting #groundwater requires innovative solutions, and our team is dedicated to advancing #remediation. Check out #TeamGEI's Rick Ahlers' groundwater modeling project in his post, below. It provides key insights into visualizing groundwater contamination. This same model will be featured as a poster presentation at the AEHS Foundation West Coast Conference on March 17-20, 2025. If you're attending, be sure to connect with Rick, Mike Hawthorne, PG, Jake Riedel to learn more! https://lnkd.in/gwWFPdJA

It's #NationalGroundwaterAwarenessWeek! Groundwater is the foundation of clean drinking water, healthy ecosystems, and resilient communities—but it’s often out of sight and out of mind. This week, we’re highlighting the importance of protecting and managing this critical resource. Sevim Onsoy shares her perspective on why #groundwater matters—check out her post below!?

#TeamGEI enthusiastically supported International Women's Day 2025. We celebrated the women of GEI by discussing how we can #AccelerateAction together, which included a panel discussion and presentation about the achievements, challenges, careers, and projects of women. We send a special #thankyou to the women who stepped up as moderators, panelists, and contributors to lead our engaging conversation: Janeen McDermott, PE, Camille Carter, Shelley Hazen, Kerri Puckett, PE, Amanda Barnett, PE, Katie Unke Ehrenberg, Julie Jennings, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, and Ileen Gladstone, P.E., LSP. “I feel proud and celebrated as a woman leader at GEI" ~ Camille Carter #IWD2025

March is a time to celebrate the impact of women. At #TeamGEI, we’re proud to highlight the talented women shaping our projects, driving innovation, and making a difference in communities across the country. To kick off the month of March and GEI’s Women in Water campaign, we’re spotlighting Solidea Bonina, Ph.D., Senior Environmental Consultant in our #Chicago office. As we celebrate International Women’s Day, Solidea reflects on the waves of change women create in the world and how mentorship, advocacy, and knowledge-sharing help shape the future of #waterresources. “International Women’s Day is a reminder of the incredible women who have paved the way in STEM, creating ripples of inspiration for future generations.” Join us in celebrating #WomenInWater this month! Check out Solidea’s full spotlight in the carousel below and learn more about her expertise on GEI's website: https://ow.ly/jL1150Ve2ST. #WomenInWater #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction #WomenMakingWaves

#TeamGEI is excited to announce Rafiq Qutub as the new Civil Practice Lead for Canada. Rafiq joined GEI in 2017 and has led project teams in the successful delivery of capital projects from the planning stages through design, permitting, tender, contract administration, inspections, commissioning, and closeout. He has been instrumental in growing our civil practice in Canada. In his role of Practice Leader, Rafiq will be responsible for developing the civil practice, supporting staff development, and collaborating with other practice leads to provide added value to clients.