I was at a point in my career where I firmly believed profit sharing was the right model for an engineering firm, and I was ready to be part of that kind of environment. The only challenge was, I didn’t know where to begin. Then Keith Flaherty reached out to me and the timing couldn’t have been better.
Before that moment, I hadn’t heard of Hallam-ICS. But the fact that the CEO himself contacted me made an immediate impression. It told me this was a company that does things differently. After our initial conversation, it became clear Hallam wasn’t just another firm. From its employee ownership model (ESOP) to the types of projects it undertakes, Hallam demonstrated a real commitment to doing things the right way.
My follow-up conversations with Jeff Speroni and Jamie Spalding only reinforced that impression. Their thoughtful approach and grounded mindset echoed a principle I’ve always believed in: how you do anything is how you do everything. That consistency made my decision an easy one.
I joined Hallam with over 20 years of experience in HVAC design and construction, along with a master’s in mechanical engineering. I’m a licensed PE and a certified Passive House consultant. My passion for engineering was shaped early growing up with a father who was both an HVAC engineer and a university professor who made science and learning part of daily life.
After just one week, I reflected and realized everything I’d heard during the hiring process was true. The values here genuinely align with how we work every day.
