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ANNOUNCEMENT: Raymond-Pond Joint Venture Awarded National Guard Horizontal Region 2 Contract  Pond, an industry leader in engineering, architecture, planning and construction management services, has been awarded a contract in a joint venture with Raymond, an expanding architecture, engineering, and building envelope small business, to support both the Army National Guard (ARNG) and Air National Guard (ANG) missions with horizontal infrastructure design solutions. The scope of the architecture-engineering (A-E) work to be performed by the Raymond-Pond Enterprise Solutions Joint Venture LLC supports requirements throughout the National Guard Bureau (NGB) Region 2, which includes Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. This Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract has a shared capacity of $20 million among awardees, with a five-year period of performance. “This is a tremendous opportunity to continue serving the Air National Guard and Army National Guard and addressing their design and construction needs for infrastructure projects,” said Pond Senior Vice President Chris Farnie. “Pond’s team of professionals is thrilled to be partnered with Raymond to support the National Guard’s horizontal construction programs in 15 states across the contract region. We look forward to continuing our work with the National Guard Bureau Acquisition community, NGB’s A4 Civil Engineering and ARNG-G9 staffs, Air National Guard Base Civil Engineers, and Army National Guard Construction and Facilities Management Officers on their infrastructure programs.” “Working with the National Guard has been a long-time priority for Raymond-Pond,“ said Raymond President Michael Ramos. “Our team has had the opportunity to work on National Guard projects in the past, and we see this contract as an important steppingstone to continue serving the National Guard’s mission, providing excellent design services, and expanding our capabilities.”  Pond and Raymond have a 25-year relationship, and through the Raymond-Pond Mentor-Protégé Joint Venture, the team has supported the National Guard with professional A-E services delivery through the Air Force “AE Next” Pool 3 General Infrastructure contract prior to this award.  Pond has twenty offices throughout the United States and has been serving National Guard clients for more than 35 years. For more news from Pond, visit: www.pondco.com/news.

Pond is proud to be joining the 2024 Florida Planning Conference as a Gold Sponsor next week in Tampa, FL. We invite you to attend a compelling presentation from our transportation experts at this event. We will also be exhibiting at booth #23, where we hope to see you as we engage in discussions and insights with fellow industry professionals. #PowerofPond #FPC24

Pond will be in Thomasville, GA for the 2024 Georgia Downtown Conference. Stop by for an engaging discussion with Pond's planning experts. We'll see you there!   #PowerofPond

This #WaterQualityMonth, Pond is improving the canal system in Edgewater, Florida. As the name suggests, Edgewater is heavily influenced by the surrounding waterways, which offer residents peaceful, riverside living. The City of Edgewater engaged Pond to improve two crucial waterways in the city's canal system: the G-2 and G-11 canals. During hurricane events with heavy rainfall and a significant tidal surge, backflow from the Indian River hinders both canals from effectively preventing flooding in the service area. When the canals are unable to drain properly, floodwaters damage homes and create the risk of permanent housing loss. Pond's focus is on preventing backflow and expanding the stormwater capacity of the canal service areas. Proposed improvements include culvert upgrades, backflow prevention, pump stations, flood storage augmentation, flow equalization, and additional gravity flow outfalls. Pond tailors solutions to address the needs of each unique community we work in. Our approach meets current requirements but remains adaptable to future changes in environment and urban developments. Learn more about Pond's water resource solutions: https://lnkd.in/e4dr8zfZ. #PowerofPond

ANNOUNCEMENT: Pond Continues Growth with Key Hire in Energy Vertical Pond, an industry leader in engineering, architecture, planning and construction management services, has hired Ricky Lay as Associate Vice President of the firm’s Commercial practice within its Energy vertical. In this role, Lay will be involved with all Commercial service offerings, including strategic growth and client development. He will also lead the Trident team, a corrosion control company Pond acquired in July. Lay will be based in The Woodlands, TX while supporting Pond’s three Houston-area offices. Prior to joining Pond, Lay served as Vice President of Consolidated Asset Management Services (CAMS) Midstream in Houston, TX, where he was instrumental in supporting daily commercial and operations activities. Previously General Manager of CAMS Trident, he was pivotal in scaling the start-up company, engaging with clients, and collaborating closely with owners and investors. Lay’s past military career is distinguished by two Battery Commands in the United States Army – he remains active within the Army Reserve. “Ricky Lay is an important addition to the growing Commercial practice within our Energy vertical,” said Pond Executive Vice President of Energy Bryan Evans. “His breadth of experience navigating challenges and nurturing key relationships has established him as a formidable executive in the service and energy industries – he is a great fit for Pond as our Energy vertical continues to grow.” Lay graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and received his MBA from Rice University’s Executive Program. He is a distinguished professional with a robust track record in the service and energy industries, celebrated for his expertise in leadership, turnaround strategies, and project management. For more news from Pond, visit: www.pondco.com/news.

Pond is happy to announce our participation as a Gold Sponsor at the 2024 Georgia Environmental Conference. Join our environmental specialists as they lead the conversation with insightful presentations throughout the event. Stop by booth #100, where we'll be connecting with fellow industry leaders as we forge a greener future for the southeast. #PowerofPond #GEC2024

NEWS: Pond Announces Promotions Pond, an industry leader in engineering, architecture, planning, and construction management services, is pleased to announce the promotions of the following individuals who have demonstrated unwavering integrity, excellence in client service, and a steadfast commitment to the firm's core values: Greg Culpepper, Senior Vice President Sasan Hosein, Senior Vice President Pam Little, Vice President Eric Adami, Vice President "Our firm’s continued success is a testament to the dedication and vision of these exceptional leaders," said Pond President and CEO Bob Williams. "Their ability to inspire collaboration and drive excellence ensures that we consistently deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget. As we look to the future, their leadership will be pivotal in sustaining our position as the consultant of choice for our clients.” For more news from Pond, visit: www.pondco.com/news.

To celebrate #NationalAviationDay, Pond would like to highlight our work on the Middle Georgia State University Eastman Campus expansion project. Pond was retained to provide programming, architecture, interior design, engineering, and construction administration services to bolster the University's aircraft maintenance, aircraft structural technologies, and propulsion training programs - in addition to its full flight and air traffic control tower programs. Modernizations include new flight simulation spaces, an avionics lab, and a revamped flight operations and dispatch center. The project will also add student life spaces including a café, an exercise facility, and student study lounges. Located adjacent to the Heart of Georgia Regional Airport, the Eastman campus is the only campus in the University System of Georgia that offers flight training and airport management programs. It includes five hangars in the main building and an airplane runway parallel to the campus. The expansion will bring both a new aircraft maintenance hangar and a renovation of the existing campus facilities and is anticipated to be complete in late 2025. To learn more about Pond's #aviation services, visit www.pondco.com/services. #PowerofPond

RECAP: POND'S INTERNSHIP PROGRAM As we wrap up another successful summer internship season, we're reflecting on this year's program which included 52 interns from 24 colleges in 9 Pond offices. From our Signing Day event, to educational site visits, and capstone presentations to our executive team, take a look at what sets Pond's Internship Program apart: https://lnkd.in/eqFXxWfj #PowerofPond #PondInterns #Internships #CareerDevelopment

ANNOUNCEMENT: Pond Ranked Among Top 4 Architectural Firms in Jacksonville Pond, an industry leader in engineering, architecture, planning, and construction management services, has been recognized by the Jacksonville Business Journal as one of the city’s top architecture firms. Based upon the total number of licensed architects, Pond ranks fourth. "Ranking as one of the top providers in Jacksonville demonstrates Pond’s continued commitment to providing services that help our clients achieve their goals,” said Pond Vice President of Architecture Steve Harrill. “We are proud to be acknowledged among other great companies and are grateful to be considered a leader in the design community." Pond has maintained its status as one of Jacksonville’s top architecture firms by focusing on collaborative design challenges while fostering enduring relationships with clients and businesses across the region. The firm is committed to delivering solutions that bolster sustainable design in the built environment and continuing to contribute to the local community in positive ways. Pond has 20 offices throughout the United States and has been serving the Jacksonville market for more than 18 years. For more news from Pond, visit: www.pondco.com/news.