MSA Receives National Private Company Boards of the Year Award
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 7, 2026) – MSA Professional Services, Inc. (MSA) was recently selected to receive a 2026 Private Company Boards of the Year Award from MLR Media. Seven private company boards from across the nation were chosen to receive this year’s award and will be honored at the 2026 Private Company Governance Summit ® June 10-12 in Washington, D.C. Private Company Boards of the Year awards recognize fiduciary and advisory boards that go above and beyond legal requirements to demonstrate exemplary
MSA Rises to No. 267 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms List
MADISON, Wisc. (May 5, 2026) The Engineering News-Record (ENR) recently released its Top 500 Engineering Design Firms list for 2026, in which MSA Professional Services, Inc. (MSA) claims position No. 267; up from position No. 288 in 2025. This marks the 28th year the company has earned a spot in the ranks, recognition of the top one-half of one percent of over 100,000 design firms in the United States. ENR is widely regarded as the industry authority on providing news, analysis and data from the design
Nelson-Rudie Announces Leadership Additions to Support Growth and Technical Excellence
Nelson‑Rudie Announces Leadership Additions to Support Growth and Technical Excellence MINNEAPOLIS, MN (March 30, 2026) - Nelson-Rudie & Associates Inc. (Nelson-Rudie), a 100% employee-owned consulting engineering firm, announced the addition of Jonathan Burks as director of finance and the promotion of Micheal Anderson, PE, to chief mechanical engineer. Together, these leadership updates strengthen the firm’s operational, financial, and technical foundation as Nelson-Rudie celebrates
KLJ Welcomes Angela Kronebusch in Minnesota
KLJ Welcomes Angela Kronebusch in Minnesota Bismarck, ND – February 19, 2026 – KLJ Engineering LLC (KLJ) is pleased to welcome Angela Kronebusch as marketing and communications team leader, bringing a strong focus on visual storytelling and design-driven strategy. Kronebusch is based in Eagan, Minn. Kronebusch brings more than 20 years of experience in creative direction, brand strategy, and visual storytelling. Her expertise spans integrated marketing and communications efforts across print,
NELSON-RUDIE NAMES KELLY NOEL AS VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS AS THE FIRM MARKS ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY
NELSON-RUDIE NAMES KELLY NOEL AS VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS AS THE FIRM MARKS ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY AND EXPANDS ITS FOOTPRINT Kelly Noel, Vice President of Operations, Nelson-Rudie MINNEAPOLIS, MN (February 23, 2026) – Nelson-Rudie & Associates, Inc. (Nelson-Rudie), a 100% employee-owned consulting engineering firm, continues its growth momentum with the appointment of Kelly Noel as Vice President of Operations. The announcement follows the firm’s new headquarters opening in Minneapolis,
KLJ Welcomes Five New Employees in Minnesota
KLJ Welcomes Five New Employees in Minnesota Bismarck, ND – December 17, 2025– KLJ Engineering LLC (KLJ), is pleased to announce that Olivia Crowell, Claire Fienup, Taylor Martin, Austin Teslow and Byron Perkins have joined the company's Minnesota team. Crowell joins the Transportation group as a designer, bringing six years of experience on large-scale public infrastructure projects, including storm sewer, culvert, and erosion control design. She is skilled in Open Roads Designer,
MSA Welcomes Ted Marks as Chief Information Officer
MSA Welcomes Ted Marks as Chief Information Officer ST. PAUL, Minn. (December 15, 2025) – MSA Professional Services, Inc. (MSA) announced today the hiring of Ted Marks as the firm’s chief information officer (CIO). As CIO, Ted will lead the organization in information technology strategy and operations, aligning investments in technology with strategic planning efforts to strengthen cybersecurity, optimize enterprise platforms, and foster innovation for internal teams and external clients
Sambatek Welcomes Dan Rebok as a Landscape Architect
Sambatek Welcomes Dan Rebok as a Landscape Architect Minnetonka, MN – Sambatek is pleased to announce the addition of Dan Rebok, PLA, LEED Green Associate, as Landscape Architect within our growing Land Development practice. Dan brings a decade of experience shaping public and private spaces across the Midwest, with a portfolio spanning large-scale commercial developments, industrial campuses, residential communities, K–12 facilities, municipal improvements, and sports and recreation complexes. Dan
Sambatek Welcomes Mike Zillgitt as a Municipal Practice Leader
Minnetonka, MN – Sambatek is proud to welcome Mike Zillgitt, PE, as Municipal Practice Leader for the Public Team. Mike brings more than 18 years of experience in municipal, highway, and land development projects, blending public-sector expertise with extensive private consulting experience. Before joining Sambatek full-time, Mike supported the team as a contractor, helping to deliver high-quality municipal projects across Minnesota. His diverse career includes engineering roles with Rice County and
KLJ Welcomes Three Employees in Minnesota
Bismarck, ND – September 11, 2025 – KLJ Engineering LLC (KLJ) welcomes three employees to their Minnesota team. Will Arendt, Natalie VanNurden, and Bryan Zhang are the latest new hires Arendt joins the Transportation team as a civil engineer based out of Eagan, Minn. He has three years of experience in the construction and engineering fields. His experience includes field inspections, utility construction, and municipal infrastructure projects. Arendt earned his bachelor’s degree in civil
MSA Welcomes Katy Sinnott as Chief Strategy Officer
MADISON, Wisc. (July 21 2025) – MSA Professional Services, Inc. (MSA) announced today the hiring of Katy Sinnott as the firm’s new chief strategy officer (CSO). As CSO, Katy will lead the organization in the development and execution of long-term strategic initiatives and growth opportunities, optimize business processes, enhance organizational performance, and assure alignment with MSA’s mission and goals. Katy joins MSA with over 25 years of experience in the leadership and execution of strategic
Three KLJ Professionals Achieve New Certifications
Bismarck, ND –July 17, 2025– KLJ Engineering LLC (KLJ) is proud to recognize the recent professional achievements of three team members who have earned industry-leading certifications in their respective fields. Greg Olberding, based out of St. Louis Park, Minn., has earned the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) credential through the American Planning Association. Olberding is a transportation planner with more than six years of experience supporting public-sector clients, with
Sambatek Welcomes Chad Erickson as Director of Client Services
Minnetonka, MN – Sambatek is pleased to announce that Chad Erickson has joined the company as Director of Client Services. Chad brings over 20 years of experience in the transportation industry and a proven track record of building strong client relationships and driving strategic growth. His extensive background in transportation projects and public service makes him a valuable addition to the Sambatek team. As Director of Client Services, Chad will focus on expanding Sambatek’s public sector client
Jacob Schuster Earns Professional Land Surveyor License in Minnesota
Jacob Schuster Earns Professional Land Surveyor License in Minnesota Bismarck, ND –June 19, 2025– KLJ Engineering LLC (KLJ) is pleased to announce that Jacob Schuster, based in the company’s Eagan, Minn., office, has earned his Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in the state of Minnesota. Schuster is a Senior Survey Crew Chief with more than eight years of experience in land surveying. He has extensive experience conducting boundary and topographic surveys, drafting easement exhibits,
alliant is honored to welcome Danny Werfel, the most recent IRS Commissioner, to the firm's Strategic Advisory Board
June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- alliant is honored to welcome Danny Werfel, the most recent IRS Commissioner, to the firm's Strategic Advisory Board. Werfel possesses a wealth of experience in tax, public policy, and governance. He is also a leading figure in the consulting field specializing in large-scale transformation, change management, and modernization strategy. Werfel will join other distinguished former government leaders on Alliant's Strategic Advisory Board, including various former IRS
VAA Expands Presence in Lower Mississippi & Gulf Region
National engineering firm’s new office in New Orleans to serve as regional hub. Plymouth, Minn. (May 22, 2025) – Minnesota-based VAA, a multidisciplinary engineering, planning and design firm, is strengthening its presence in the Lower Mississippi River and Gulf region including the establishment of a new office in New Orleans. With numerous clients already in the region, VAA now has the ability to provide an even more responsive service offering to existing clients while bringing its decades of
Austin Lovaas Earns Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) License in Minnesota
Austin Lovaas Earns Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) License in Minnesota Bismarck, ND – May 28, 2025 – KLJ Engineering LLC (KLJ) is pleased to announce that Austin Lovaas, PE (MN) has earned his Professional Traffic Operations Engineer license in Minn. The PTOE certification is a nationally recognized credential that demonstrates advanced knowledge, skill, and ability in the specialized practice of traffic operations engineering. To earn the certification, candidates must be licensed
Sambatek Welcomes Frank Brodeen as Water Resources Group Lead for the Public Sector
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 25, 2025Sambatek Welcomes Frank Brodeen asWater Resources Group Lead for the Public Sector Minnetonka, MN – Sambatek is excited to announce that Frank Brodeen, PE, has joined the company as Water Resources Group Lead for the Public Sector. Frank brings over a decade of civil engineering experience, with a strong background in water resources, stormwater management, and project delivery for public-sector infrastructure improvements. Frank will oversee water resources projects
KLJ Promotes Two Employees to Team Leaders in Minnesota
KLJ Promotes Two Employees to Team Leaders in Minnesota Bismarck, ND – May 9, 2025 KLJ Engineering LLC (KLJ) is pleased to announce the promotion of two employees in the Transportation group. Joshua Clark and Caitlin Wotruba have been promoted to Team Leaders in Minnesota. Joshua Clark has been promoted to Roadway Team Leader in Eagan, Minn. He is an engineer with seven years of civil engineering experience in transportation, utility coordination, heavy civil design, and flood protection for both