This year marks an extraordinary milestone—WSB’s 30th anniversary! On October 3, we celebrate three decades of innovation, growth, and the incredible spirit that defines our team. Since 1995, our journey has been shaped by bold ideas, transformative projects, and, above all, the people whose passion fuels our success.
To honor this landmark year, we’re shining a spotlight on 30 remarkable stories. These stories celebrate the dedication and talent of our staff whose efforts have built WSB’s legacy. Join us as we look back, share memories, and toast to the next 30 years of excellence.
Story 3 out of 30
Vice President, Municipal
Austin, TX
What is your first memory of WSB?
Getting the opportunity to meet with all four of the founders to talk about a potential role for me within WSB.
What’s the most exiting change you’ve seen at WSB?
When we decided to build our brand outside of the upper Midwest by launching first into Texas, then Colorado.
What stands out to you about WSB’s culture and values?
The forward-looking, aggressive approach we continually take towards growth. We encourage staff to grow with the company, and help them make it happen.
What project(s) are you most proud to have worked on?
- The Historic District Project in Mahtomedi: It is a large portion of the city and had antiquated utility and drainage systems, along with narrow roadways and substantial White Bear Lake frontage. We created a plan for it in 2008 and completed sections of it in phases over a 12-year period. The transformation in the neighborhood is incredible.
- Neiman Sports Complex for MPRB: This was project we worked on with Brauer and Associates (before they became part of WSB). The complex is located on the Fort Snelling property and presented a number of design and coordination challenges to get it completed. The complex has baseball, softball, and soccer fields, all of which are high quality and designed to be ready for play very quickly after rainfall events.
- Buda Bond Program Management: This project stands out to me because it was our first significant project win in Central Texas. We prevailed over some tough, well-established competition and have served the City very well. The City staff rave about our work to other cities, and we are viewed as a go-to firm for them.
Who is someone you’ve worked with at WSB that has really inspired or influenced you?
Bret Weiss. Bret hired me and taught me how to be a consultant and the importance of understanding the business side of our company. He has also inspired me to take on new, challenging opportunities that have made me better and had a positive impact on WSB!
What do you think WSB does really well that more people should know about?
Finding better ways to solve traditional problems.
If you could say one thing to all our clients as we celebrate this milestone, what would it be?
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to serve you, and for placing your trust in us!
What keeps you excited about working at WSB?
Growth and change, and the people I work with – across the organization, as well as our clients.
Can you share about a moment that made you feel like “I belong here”?
When I was trusted to transition into a difficult client situation a year after I started. It wound up being successful, and we still have a relationship with the client today.
What does being a part of a company celebrating 30 years mean to you?
Personally, it means a great deal to me because I have been part of it for 28 years. It means that we have accomplished what we set out to do, which is to create a company and a culture that is focused on our staff and our clients.
What’s a WSB inside joke, phrase, or tradition that only people who work here would understand?
Celebrating WSB Day with an Italian luncheon.
