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How'd I Get Here?: Troy Dover's StoryMarch 15, 2023 -
How'd I Get Here?: Jim Parker's StoryMarch 8, 2023anemptytextllineIntroductionRecently, our marketing team was able to get Summit founder Jim Parker to sit still... -
Talent Beyond the Desk- IllustrationFebruary 8, 2023anemptytextllineIntroductionCreativity is one of those skills that can be quite useful (sometimes even fundamental!) in... -
2022 End-of-the-Year Award WinnersFebruary 3, 2023anemptytextllineRecognition of the Highest Level of Excellence When Summit instituted the Pinnacle awards, our goal was... -
The Summit Story: Our President's PerspectiveJanuary 19, 2023anemptytextllineIntroductionThis week’s chapter of the Summit Story comes directly from the top: Our president, Troy... -
Pinnacle Award Winners for Q4 2022January 18, 2023anemptytextllineThe Final Pinnacle Award Winners of 2022 Have Been Announced! Summit knows that our employees are... -
The Summit Story, Part Two: Through The Eyes of Our Staff, Cont.January 11, 2023anemptytextllineIntroductionEvery company has a history, and much like humans, that history is unique. In the... -
The Summit Story, Part One: Through The Eyes of Our StaffJanuary 4, 2023anemptytextllineIntroductionSummit has grown tremendously in the past twenty-five years. From a small, private firm to...
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Holiday Traditions: The Summit Team Share TheirsDecember 19, 2022anemptytextllineHolidays are a time to celebrate with friends and family, and traditions are an essential... -
Holiday Safety How-To: Keeping Yourself Safe This Holiday SeasonDecember 12, 2022anemptytextllineAs winter sweeps in, Summit would like to take the time to remind everyone to... -
Architecture Department OverviewDecember 7, 2022anemptytextllineWhen you think of the word Architecture, what comes to mind? Do you think about... -
Our Thanksgiving Potluck - What Your Dish Says About YouNovember 21, 2022anemptytextllineIntroductionHappy Thanksgiving everyone! At Summit, we have a lot to be grateful for this year,... -
Talent Beyond the Desk - MusicOctober 31, 2022anemptytextllineIntroductionAt Summit, we believe that people who work hard should also play hard. That’s why... -
Pinnacle Award Winners for Q3 2022October 27, 2022anemptytextllineIt’s time, once again, for the Pinnacle Awards! At Summit, we want to ensure that the... -
Hurricane Series: Post Hurricane RecoveryOctober 27, 2022anemptytextllineIn this series so far, we have explained two major effects of hurricanes, debris, and stormwater and how... -
The Summit ValueSeptember 29, 2022anemptytextllineIn the coming weeks and months, we will be doing a series of blogs to... -
How'd I Get Here?: Mick P.August 30, 2022anemptytextllineFrom majoring in psychology to becoming a Project Coordinator, Mick P. has worked hard and... -
Parental LeaveJune 24, 2022anemptytextlline“Recently, I have found myself referencing the age-old proverb ‘actions speak louder than words.’ I... -
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)January 27, 2022anemptytextllineWhat is GIS? GIS stands for Geographic Information System. At Summit, GIS is an integral tool for problem–solving and decision-making. Most... -
Talent Beyond the Desk - GardeningJanuary 20, 2022anemptytextllineIntroduction As winter continues and the days are a little darker and colder, we thought it... -
Less is MoreDecember 28, 2021anemptytextllineA continuation of With Purpose by Matt Bales. http://gjf.02a.myftpupload.com/with-purpose/ A famous Architect once said, “Less is... -
The Importance of Testing SoilsNovember 1, 2021anemptytextllineIntroductionWhile numerous components help construct a building, bridge, or road, one of the most critical aspects... -
With PurposeSeptember 15, 2021anemptytextlline(A) Unprecedented business disruption + (B) global pandemic + (C) heightened social division and unrest... -
How'd I Get Here? Barbara's JourneyAugust 22, 2021anemptytextllineFor as far back as I have memories, I have been a maker. I am... -
Everyone Loves A Good Park - Why Parks are Valuable to CommunitiesJuly 27, 2021anemptytextllineImagine walking down a street on a hot summer day. Your brow is sweating, and... -
How'd I Get Here: Brad's JourneyMay 12, 2021anemptytextllineWhere I StartedWhen I first started college, at Wayne Community College, in Goldsboro, NC, I... -
How Self-Healing Concrete Works and How It Can Help the Construction IndustryApril 19, 2021anemptytextllineSince I have joined Summit, I have had multiple people interested in the research which... -
My Wellness Journey - Starr H.March 31, 2021anemptytextllineThis is a timeline of my health journey, from cancer diagnosis to feeling healthier than... -
How'd I Get Here?: Aaron's JourneyMarch 10, 2021anemptytextllineWhen I began studying geology at UNC, my goal was to find career opportunities in... -
WFH: 5 Benefits of Working RemotelyFebruary 18, 2021anemptytextllineWhen we switched from being in the office to working from home full time, there... -
The Importance of MentorshipJanuary 28, 2021anemptytextllineAccording to Merriam-Webster, mentorship is the influence, guidance, or direction given by a trusted counselor... -
Inclusion and Diversity Cannot Progress Without Equity and AccessJanuary 8, 2021anemptytextllineInclusion and diversity have been two hot topics for most companies, especially within the last... -
How'd I Get Here: Frankie's JourneyDecember 6, 2020anemptytextllineCollege Student WinnI graduated from Cape Fear Community College in Wilmington, NC, in 1995 with... -
Why is Comprehensive Planning Necessary for Communities?November 18, 2020anemptytextllineThe Importance of Community Planning in a Changing WorldThink about your commute to work. (There... -
How to Create An Apprenticeship Program for Your OrganizationNovember 9, 2020anemptytextllineRecently, I attended an Apprenticeship Meeting at Wake Tech Community College to hear more about... -
How'd I Get Here: Our IT Director's Journey at SummitOctober 27, 2020anemptytextllineThe LeapIn the fall of 2017, after a successful and gratifying 20+ year run in... -
Seizing the Moment: How A/E/C Marketing EvolvesOctober 23, 2020anemptytextllineRecently, I was scrolling LinkedIn and stumbled on an article that caught my eye. The... -
Teaching Through the PandemicSeptember 28, 2020anemptytextllineIn our previous post, I described the idea of using our pre-existing resilience to respond... -
The More Things Change...August 20, 2020anemptytextllineSummit is discovering solutions to the question ‘what do we do now, with everything going... -
7 Ways to Prepare for Your First Day at Your New (Remote) JobAugust 13, 2020anemptytextllineThe first day at a new job is always intimidating. During a pandemic, it can... -
Hurricane Series: StormwaterAugust 12, 2020anemptytextllineIn the first blog entry for our hurricane series, we focused on the impacts of... -
Building a Virtual Company CommunityJuly 27, 2020anemptytextllineIn the A/E/C industry, most firms have a split of field employees and office personnel.... -
5 Big Picture Ways to Design A Pandemic Resistant WorldJuly 24, 2020anemptytextllineSince the pandemic started, there has been a lot of discussion about how this situation... -
Hurricane Series: Debris MonitoringJuly 11, 2020anemptytextllineWith hurricane season upon us, I wanted to delve into some of the ways engineering... -
Learn from Her: Women in the Engineering Industry Share Their Journeys and Professional InsightJune 17, 2020anemptytextllineOf the STEM fields, engineering has the smallest number of female professionals. To promote change,... -
4 Steps to Ace Your First Engineering Job InterviewJune 3, 2020anemptytextllineYou’ve probably spent the past nearly 10 years doing the hard parts of starting your... -
Types of Planners and How They Help CommunitiesMay 29, 2020anemptytextllineOften when a Planner identifies what their career and title are, listeners can become confused... -
8 Perks to Working For An Engineering Firm (When You're Not An Engineer)May 7, 2020anemptytextllineHere is a myth about the Architecture/Engineering/Construction (A/E/C) industry: You need to be an engineer, architect,... -
How to Format Your First Engineering Job Resume in 5 StepsApril 29, 2020anemptytextllineIf you are just out of college and are looking for an engineering position, it... -
How the Pandemic Has Affected Job-Related StressApril 27, 2020anemptytextllineIt is no secret that the pandemic has affected all of us in one way... -
4 Types of Project Planning Grants and How to Obtain a Planning Grant Investment in VirginiaApril 21, 2020anemptytextllineA neighborhood revitalization doesn’t just happen overnight. There are multiple steps included in the process... -
Architecture: The Art We Live InApril 7, 2020anemptytextllineWhen it comes to how we experience our world, how well it was designed is... -
I'll Trade You Hand Sanitizer for Toilet Paper: Safe and Efficient Ways to Navigate COVID-19 ResponseMarch 24, 2020anemptytextllineIf I told you in 2019 instead of Bitcoin being the hottest worldwide currency in... -
First Steps to Getting a PE License in Another StateMarch 5, 2020anemptytextllineGetting your PE in another state? Here’s the organization you need to know.Attaining your Professional... -
Breaking Ground on GroundworkFebruary 25, 2020anemptytextllineWelcome to Groundwork, Summit Design and Engineering Services’ new blog. As an architecture, engineering, and...