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Yesterday at the 2025 Georgia Planning Association Spring Conference, Pond’s Lilian Al Haddad shared insights on "Reimagining Tara Boulevard: Pioneering a Vibrant Transit-Driven Future." Her presentation explored the strategies used to transform this key corridor south of Atlanta into a more connected, accessible, and community-centered space. Learn more about how technology and data-driven public engagement are shaping the future of urban planning: https://lnkd.in/eCYDx2q4. #PowerofPond #60YearsofPond

ANNOUNCEMENT: Pond Welcomes Kevin Ritz as Director of Air & Water Quality Pond is pleased to welcome Kevin Ritz as the new Director of Air & Water Quality for our Industrial & Life Sciences vertical. In his new role, Ritz will focus on expanding Pond’s environmental solutions and strengthening its support for the world’s leading medical device manufacturers and sterility processes, including gamma, e-beam/x-ray, and ethylene oxide. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eYKSyhMz.

ANNOUNCEMENT: FSB-Pond JV Awarded USACE Tulsa District IDC Pond, in a joint venture with FSB Architects + Engineers, an award-winning team of architects, interior designers, and engineers, has been awarded an Indefinite Delivery Contract for Architecture-Engineering Services in support of the United States Army Corps of Engineers Tulsa District for Military Construction, Civil Works, and Interagency and International Services. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/ewcgQdQn.

Pond would like to congratulate the City of Duluth, Georgia, on receiving an ACEC Georgia Engineering Excellence Award for the Davenport Road Extension and Railroad Quiet Zone project. This transformative project extended Davenport Road, introduced a new signalized intersection at Buford Highway, and established a quiet zone to reduce train horn noise while maintaining critical safety measures. Pond provided engineering design, traffic analysis, railroad coordination, and permitting to support the city’s vision for a safer, more accessible, and economically vibrant downtown. Extensive collaboration with state, local, and federal agencies was crucial to successfully balance mobility, connectivity, traffic operations, and safety while enhancing the quality of life for downtown residents and businesses. Pond’s Austin Duehr was also awarded Young Engineer of the Year. As a recipient, Austin joins a distinguished group of engineering professionals who embody the highest standards of the profession. Congratulations to everyone on this well-deserved recognition! #PowerofPond #60YearsofPond

Today, Pond celebrates the remarkable women who lead, innovate, and inspire across the AEC industry and beyond. #PowerofPond #60YearsofPond #IWD2025

Strong leadership drives success, and this year's LeadHERship Workshop in Charlotte, NC, reinforced the importance of empowering women through mentorship, collaboration and strong community. We're already looking forward to the next one! Speaking of powerful women, a huge congratulations to Pond's Emily Blackwell Hsiao, PLA, ASLA for being selected in the Charlotte Business Journal's 40 Under 40 class for 2025. #PowerofPond #60YearsofPond

On March 10-12, Pond will be at the International Biomass Conference & Expo in Atlanta, engaging with industry leaders to explore the latest bioenergy and sustainable infrastructure advancements. Ron Pagel will be moderating/speaking in two key discussions: - From Feedstock to Microbes: Enhancing Anaerobic Digestion for Optimum Performance (March 18, 1:00–2:30 PM) - From Concept to Commercial Operations: Achieving Project Success (March 19, 3:00–4:30 PM) We hope to see you there! #PowerofPond #60YearsofPond

ANNOUNCEMENT: Pond Selected to Design Cape Fear River Trail Extension in Fayetteville, NC Pond has been awarded a contract for the design of the Cape Fear River Trail Extension in Fayetteville, North Carolina, and will provide civil engineering, landscape architecture, trail and bridge design, community engagement, permitting, and environmental services. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e2-_xysX.

Stronger cybersecurity starts with strategic collaboration. Pond is supporting this approach through the design of the Aiken Readiness Center and Cyber Integration Center, which will serve as a hub for cybersecurity collaboration in South Carolina. Learn more about how Pond is advancing cybersecurity infrastructure: https://lnkd.in/e55g6VPx. #PowerofPond #60YearsofPond

SPOTLIGHT: Tranche 3 Kick-Off in Korea The Pond-CDM Smith team began the year with a successful two-week planning and design charrette in the Republic of Korea, collaborating with base personnel to advance key infrastructure improvements as part of the Pacific Air Forces' (PACAF) Facilities Sustainment, Restoration, and Modernization (FSRM) program. These efforts are crucial in enhancing both quality of life and operational readiness at Kunsan and Osan Air Bases. During the first week at Kunsan Air Base, the team worked closely with the 8th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) to develop renovation plans for three Airmen dorms and repairs for three Flightline facilities. Despite challenging winter conditions, including five inches of snow, the team conducted site visits, engaged with user groups, and gathered critical data to develop designs that align with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) standards. These improvements will directly contribute to a better living environment for Airmen while keeping mission-essential facilities fully operational. In the second week, the team traveled to Osan Air Base, where they partnered with the 51st CES to refine project scopes for airfield lighting repairs, the development of a new Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) storage facility, and the consolidation of a multifunctional user space known as the “One Stop.” Through extensive site visits and interviews with base personnel, the team provided expert recommendations that will enhance infrastructure efficiency, streamline daily operations, and create more effective work and living spaces for service members. Pond is honored to support PACAF CES in strengthening these critical installations and providing the Airmen at Kunsan and Osan Air Bases with the facilities they need to live comfortably and operate at peak readiness. #PowerofPond #60YearsofPond #PACAF