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TRANSACTIONS PAPE-DAWSON LLC ACQUIRES GEORGIA-BASED EBERLY & ASSOCIATES Atlanta-based Eberly & Associates has joined Pape-Dawson. Founded in 1982, Eberly & Associates provides land planning, civil engineering, and landscape architecture services in Atlanta. The firm’s team members have delivered a variety of development projects for both private- and public-sector clients, garnering a strong reputation for developing sound engineering solutions with a focus on environmental awareness. ENGINEERS,
Eberly second acquisition in Georgia, following Maxwell- Reddick in 2024. With offices in Alpharetta and Statesboro, Maxwell-Reddick’s is Pape-Dawson’s portfolio is underscored by residential development. Eberly excels in crafting innovative designs for commercial projects. Together, they will leverage their diverse experience and combined expertise in planning, surveying, landscape architecture, and engineering to offer comprehensive solutions for our clients in the Atlanta and wider Georgia market.
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feels unnatural or makes you a bit anxious, it’s probably a good thing. This is where growth happens. For example, I participated in a 12-week Dale Carnegie course on Effective Communications and Human Relations. This course changed my perspective completely, both professionally and personally. In this short time, I was able to hone better communication skills, develop as a public speaker, and learn to influence people in an authentic and caring way. I still use these skills on a daily basis, so don’t be afraid to learn new skills and try something new. ■ Lead by example. We’ve all had a bad boss or two. It’s a horrible but seemingly universal experience. However, there are lessons to be learned. My first experience with a bad boss taught me what type of leader I didn’t want to be. Similarly, we’ve all had bosses and leaders we’ve loved, and there is just as much to learn from them. The point is: take what you’ve loved, admired, and hated and shape yourself into the leader you wish you had. ■ Participate, communicate, and have fun . I believe these are things we must all do every single day. In fact, this is the advice we leave our kids with in the morning at school drop off. These three simple things allow us to not only elevate ourselves, but everyone else around us. As a young professional, it’s important to engage with your coworkers and the company to stand out and express your commitment. Likewise, communication helps you build your network within your firm. There is no such thing as too much communication. And finally, once you are participating and communicating, try your best to have fun. Having fun makes the rest of it worth it. The path toward success is not always a straight one, and we should keep that in mind as we prepare to celebrate another generation of young AEC professionals. This journey is shaped by your courage, curiosity, and resilience. Whether it’s asking for what you deserve, stepping into the unfamiliar, leading with intention, or simply just showing up with a good attitude, these actions and principles can help guide young professionals into a fulfilling and impactful career. Take the leap. Trust your instincts. And, don’t forget to enjoy the ride. Do you know a Rising Star ? Nominate a young professional in your firm who exhibits great leadership and always goes above and beyond. Submit your Rising Stars nominations today, and recognize their hard work. Learn more here! Mailena Urso is chief marketing officer at Zweig Group. Contact her at murso@ zweiggroup.com.
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