Introducing the 21st Century Engineering Podcast

?? Welcome to the 21st Century Engineering Podcast!

Hi Everyone

We hope you enjoy our new podcast with Dennis D. Truax and Jacob Forrester, P.E. as they discuss insights into entrepreneurship, building a business, and how culture moves us forward. We hope you enjoy this podcast series and many more to come as The Infrastructure Network is helping companies and individuals connect, educate, and build projects together.

The future of civil engineering

The practice of engineering is evolving like never before. From integrating cutting-edge AI to championing diversity and ethics, engineers today face a dynamic landscape filled with challenges and opportunities. That’s why we’re excited to launch the 21st Century Engineering Podcast, a platform where industry leaders share their journeys, insights, and strategies to navigate the modern engineering world.

??? Episode 1: Career Transitions, Service, and the Modern Engineer In our inaugural episode, Dennis Truax sits down with Jacob Forester—engineer, entrepreneur, and mentor. Jacob shares his career story, highlighting his journey from designing water systems to running his own construction firm. Along the way, he emphasizes a critical theme: engineering is about service.

?? Key Takeaways:

• Service First: Jacob reflects on how every stage of his career, from government roles to private business, has been grounded in serving others. “As long as I view it as service, it’s more than just a job—it becomes something meaningful.”
• Building a Culture of Excellence: From supporting employees to maintaining integrity in business, Jacob shares how providing a values-driven culture leads to sustainable success.
• Lifelong Learning: Jacob’s commitment to continuing education has shaped his ability to navigate complex challenges and serve his community better.

?? Why Listen? Whether you’re a seasoned engineer, an emerging professional, or simply curious about the field, this podcast is your guide to the future of engineering. Learn from leaders who are redefining what it means to be an engineer in the 21st century.

?? Tune in now to Episode 1 and join us on this journey! Your feedback is welcome—what topics would you like us to explore next?

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Thank you,

The Infrastructure Network Team

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