Environmental Financial Consulting Group (EFCG)

EFCG's Weekly Briefing is packed with essential insights from the AEC industry. Featured Topics (April 7 – April 11, 2025): ◾Crane counts reflect construction industry hesitation amid economic uncertainty ◾Senate budget plan raises concerns for clean energy investments Read now: https://lnkd.in/g6dBAibm Featured Topics (March 31 – April 4, 2025): ◾Fears of tariffs starting a recession cause a loss of $2 Trillion in U.S. stock value ◾Record month for construction spending at $1.26T* from public projects *Seasonally adjusted annual rate Read now: https://lnkd.in/g-SkcCyZ Stay informed on the latest news and trends from the week. #AECIndustry #WeeklyBriefing #EFCGWeeklyBriefing

That’s a wrap on EFCG’s 25th Annual CFO Conference!   Over the past few days, we’ve had the privilege of welcoming more than 150 financial leaders from across the AEC industry to engage in candid conversations, share forward-thinking strategies, and explore the trends shaping the future of our sector. From deep dives into AI and technology, to sustainability, M&A, and growth/talent strategies—the insights, questions, and collaborations continue to elevate year after year. We are especially thankful to our panelist speakers for sharing their expertise and experiences, and to our attendees for bringing energy, curiosity, and leadership to every session. Here’s to the next 25 years of connection, innovation, and growth. We look forward to seeing you again next year!   Panelist Speakers: Olie Abbamonto, SVP CFO, Moffatt & Nichol Akif Ahmad, CFO, Rimkus Mary Burnett, CFO, Spheros Environmental Kent W. Collier, CRIS, LEED AP, JD, Managing Principal, Greyling Insurance Brokerage & Risk Consulting, a division of EPIC Albert Cuisinot, CFO, ESA Amy Davis, CFO, RS&H Jonathan Doros, CFO, Geosyntec Ryan Earle, CPA, CFO, Jensen Hughes Matthew Endsley, CFO, HMC Architects Olivier GOUIRAND, CFO & CSO, Egis Roger Guilian, JD, CRIS, SVP, Greyling Insurance Brokerage & Risk Consulting, a division of EPIC Troy Hedlund, EVP & Managing Director of Internal Operations, Carollo Dinakar Hituvalli, SVP & CTO, Deltek Alan Jennat, Group Director of Finance & Accounting, Arup Nikhil Kalghatgi, CFO, KPFF Galen Meysenburg, CFO, HDR Mike Moran, CPA, CA, ICD.D, CFO Americas, GHD Christopher Nelson, CPA, CFO, CPMA Jim Nevada, MBA, President & CFO, Gannett Fleming / TranSystems Gwen Perez, CFO, Freese and Nichols Matt Reiffer, VP of Infrastructure Programs, ACEC National Jeaninne Ryan, Principal, Greyling Insurance Brokerage & Risk Consulting, a division of EPIC Dave Schlidt, CFO, Mead & Hunt Patrick Sheridan, CFO, Verdantas Dave Tingley, CFO, Colliers Engineering & Design Don Vrana, CFO, Terracon Heather Yazdan, CPA, CGA, CFO, Qualus Sponsorship Partners: Greyling Insurance Brokerage & Risk Consulting, a division of EPIC Deltek Savills TRANSEARCH HSO CareerSMITH, Inc. Plante Moran SPRX   #EFCG #CFOConference2025 #CFOConference #AECLeadership #StrategicFinance #Innovation #EFCGInsights #AECIndustry #FutureOfFinance #25thAnniversary

Congratulations to Verdantas CFO Patrick Sheridan — EFCG’s 2025 CFO of the Year! At our 25th Annual CFO Conference, Environmental Financial Consulting Group (EFCG) was honored to recognize Pat Sheridan with the “CFO of the Year” Award for his exceptional financial leadership, strategic vision, and lasting impact on the AEC industry. "Pat is a truly strategy-focused CFO who sees opportunity in every challenge. It has been a privilege to work alongside Pat, particularly through the Verdantas recap with Sterling and subsequent acquisitions, witnessing firsthand Pat’s goal-first mentality and effective, multi-faceted leadership style,” emphasized EFCG Managing Partner, Jessica Zofnass Barclay. Please join us in celebrating Pat's remarkable achievements and this well-deserved recognition! Read the full announcement: https://wix.to/hoEGKWv #EFCG #CFOoftheYear #Leadership #AECIndustry #StrategicFinance #CFOConference #Verdantas #EFCGInsights #GrowthLeadership

How can we learn from each other to become better leaders?   At EFCG’s 25th Annual CFO Conference, we are honored to spotlight esteemed financial leaders as they reflect on pivotal moments that have shaped their careers—and the lessons that came with them.    Moderator Julie Hasiba, EFCG Managing Partner, will be joined by Olie Abbamonto, CFO, Moffat & Nichol International, Albert Cuisinot, CFO, Environmental Science Associates, Nikhil Kalghatgi, CFO, KPFF Consulting Engineers and Patrick Sheridan, CFO, Verdantas who will offer refreshing candor among peers. Their stories are sure to encourage us to all reflect on our professional journeys.   Follow us at Environmental Financial Consulting Group (EFCG) to stay up-to-date on the conference speakers, sessions, and impact of macroeconomic events on our industry - and much more!   Interested in attending this invitation-only event? Email us at efcg@efcg.com or visit www.efcg.com/cfo.   #AEC #AECIndustry #EFCG #CFO #Leadership #CFOConference #Conferences #Networking #Engineers #Architectures #EFCGInsights #EFCGStrategy #StrategicFinance #FinancialInnovation #EngineeringConsulting #StrategicPlanning #FinancialStrategy #ExecutiveLeadership #CareerGrowth #CFOWisdom

How do you align a cutting-edge technology strategy with long-term financial success?   Marcus Quigley, EFCG Partner and Technology & Innovation Practice Lead, will unpack the tradeoffs, opportunities, and key decisions that firms face when balancing financial and technological priorities with key panelists:   ▪️ Troy Hedlund, EVP & Managing Director of Internal Operations, Carollo Engineers ▪️ Dinakar Hituvalli, SVP & CTO, Deltek ▪️ Alan Jennat, Group Director of Finance & Accounting, Arup ▪️ Gwen Perez, CFO, Freese and Nichols   Hear how these firms develop and implement technology strategies to stay competitive and drive innovation, and how they recommend others to do the same.    Follow us at Environmental Financial Consulting Group (EFCG) to stay up-to-date on the conference speakers, sessions, and impact of macroeconomic events on our industry - and much more!   Interested in attending this invitation-only event? Email us at efcg@efcg.com or visit www.efcg.com/cfo.   #AEC #AECIndustry #EFCG #CFO #Leadership #CFOConference #Conferences #Networking #Engineers #Architectures #EFCGInsights #EFCGStrategy #StrategicFinance #FinancialInnovation #EngineeringConsulting #StrategicPlanning #FinancialStrategy #ExecutiveLeadership #DigitalTransformation #FinanceAndTech #CFOLeadership #TechInAEC

The AEC industry faces a growing challenge: a widening talent gap. But where there is a gap, there is also an opportunity.   At EFCG’s 25th Annual CFO Conference, Session 9 dives into how firms are turning to AI and technology to bridge this divide—empowering teams, optimizing performance, and transforming how to attract and retain talent.   Join Julie Hasiba, EFCG Managing Partner, Marcus Quigley, EFCG Partner, and two featured panelists as they dive into the current and future skills gap – and how AI can address these needs and transform employee experiences across the board. ­­­   Featured Panelists: ▪️ Ryan Earle, CPA, CFO, Jensen Hughes ▪️ Mike Moran, CPA, CA, ICD.D, CFO Americas, GHD   Follow us at Environmental Financial Consulting Group (EFCG) to stay up-to-date on the conference speakers, sessions, and impact of macroeconomic events on our industry - and much more!   Interested in attending this invitation-only event? Email us at efcg@efcg.com or visit www.efcg.com/cfo.   #AEC #AECIndustry #EFCG #CFO #Leadership #CFOConference #Conferences #Networking #Engineers #Architectures #EFCGInsights #EFCGStrategy #StrategicFinance #FinancialInnovation #EngineeringConsulting #StrategicPlanning #FinancialStrategy #ExecutiveLeadership #ArtificialIntelligence #TechinAEC #DigitalTransformation

Are growth and profit at odds—or can firms truly achieve both?   In this thought-provoking session at EFCG’s 25th Annual CFO Conference, Rebecca Zofnass, EFCG Managing Partner, will explore how industry trends and disruptors, from talent constraints to new tech efficiencies are reshaping firm strategies around growth and profitability.   Then, hear from industry CFOs as they share how their firms are navigating today’s evolving landscape to strike the right balance for long-term success: ▪️ Amy Davis, CFO, RS&H ▪️ Galen Meysenburg, CFO, HDR ▪️ Akif Ahmad, CFO, Rimkus   From prioritizing profit margins to fueling scalable growth, this panel offers actionable insights and real-world strategies from leaders at the forefront of the AEC industry.   Get ready to rethink your approach to growth, profit—and how to thrive with both.   Follow us at Environmental Financial Consulting Group (EFCG) to stay up-to-date on the conference speakers, sessions, and impact of macroeconomic events on our industry - and much more!   Interested in attending this invitation-only event? Email us at efcg@efcg.com or visit www.efcg.com/cfo.   #AEC #AECIndustry #EFCG #CFO #Leadership #CFOConference #Conferences #Networking #Engineers #Architectures #EFCGInsights #EFCGStrategy #StrategicFinance #FinancialInnovation #EngineeringConsulting #StrategicPlanning #FinancialStrategy #Profitability #ExecutiveLeadership

How can CFOs drive financial value from sustainability while navigating evolving policies and market dynamics?   At EFCG’s 25th Annual CFO Conference, this session will explore how AEC firms are adapting their sustainability strategies—and where they’re seeing the greatest return on investment. Join Julie Hasiba, EFCG Managing Partner, as she moderates a forward-looking discussion with: ▪️ Matthew Endsley, CFO, HMC Architects ▪️ Dave Schlidt, CFO, Mead & Hunt   Together, they’ll examine: ✅ How sustainability influences RFP success rates ✅ Strategic approaches to ESG and sustainability programs ✅ Opportunities in cost optimization, talent retention & sustainability-linked financing ✅ The risks posed by recent executive orders and policy shifts   We’ll close with an interactive discussion, bringing firm leaders together to share ideas and solutions in real time.   Join in on the conversation! Follow us at Environmental Financial Consulting Group (EFCG) to stay up-to-date on the conference speakers, sessions, and impact of macroeconomic events on our industry - and much more!   Interested in attending this invitation-only event? Email us at efcg@efcg.com or visit www.efcg.com/cfo.   #AEC #AECIndustry #EFCG #CFO #Leadership #CFOConference #Conferences #Networking #Engineers #Architectures #EFCGInsights #EFCGStrategy #StrategicFinance #FinancialInnovation #EngineeringConsulting #Infrastructure #StrategicPlanning #ESG #Sustainability #FinancialStrategy #DEI

How are CFOs tackling the most significant challenges in the AEC industry?   Join Jessica Zofnass Barclay, Managing Partner at EFCG, for Session 2: State of the Industry Through the Lens of Influential CFOs, where she will moderate a dynamic discussion with industry leaders: 🔹 Jonathan Doros, CFO, Geosyntec Consultants 🔹 Olivier GOUIRAND, CFO & CSO, Egis Group 🔹 Dave Tingley, CFO, Colliers Engineering & Design 🔹 Don Vrana, CFO, Terracon   These CFOs will share their perspectives on the future landscape of their firms, revealing how current trends discussed during the Industry Overview are shaping their strategic decisions as leaders. Gain insights into the priorities and forward-looking perspectives, offering a glimpse into the future of the industry.   Don’t miss this insightful discussion!   Follow us at Environmental Financial Consulting Group (EFCG) to stay up-to-date on conference speakers, sessions, and impact of macroeconomic events on our industry—and much more!   Interested in attending this invitation-only event? Email us at efcg@efcg.com or visit www.efcg.com/cfo.   #AEC #AECIndustry #EFCG #CFO #Leadership #CFOConference #Conferences #Networking #Engineers #Architectures #EFCGInsights #EFCGStrategy #StrategicFinance #FinancialInnovation #EngineeringConsulting #Infrastructure #StrategicPlanning

Environmental Financial Consulting Group (EFCG) is pleased to announce that the sale of NewFields’ Environmental Division has been successfully completed. As a result, the NewFields Environmental team is now officially part of ERM. Initially announced on January 13, 2025, the 110 technical experts will join as ERM NewFields and support North American and global clients to effectively manage liabilities and risks. We are proud to have supported this strategic move, reinforcing our commitment to driving growth and transformation in the AEC industry. Find out more here: https://wix.to/uEO6vmD #AEC #MergersandAcquisitions #CorporateSustainability #Sustainability #Remediation #Regeneration #EnvironmentalServices