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ON THE MOVE MICHAEL KELEMAN JOINS WILSON & COMPANY AS CLIENT ACCOUNT LEAD FOR THE COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects announces Michael Keleman has joined the firm as a client account lead, serving as the singular point of contact for the Colorado Department of Transportation. Keleman is a well-known transportation expert with decades of experience with the design and construction of highway projects for the citizens of Colorado. Before joining Wilson & Company, Keleman worked for CDOT in Region 1 as a resident engineer and as the West Program Engineer, where he was responsible for planning and delivering projects specifically related to high volume, high visibility corridors located in Denver, Douglas, Jefferson and Clear Creek counties. His diversified background includes the widening of the Veterans Memorial Tunnels, the expansion of C-470 from I-25 to Wadsworth and numerous bridge replacements along the I-70 corridor. During his 24 years with CDOT, he developed entrusted working relationships within CDOT while fostering relationships with local, federal and other state agencies. “Mike’s extensive background at CDOT,

coupled with his seamless integration into Wilson & Company’s culture, opens doors for us to deliver enhanced, targeted support to CDOT while improving our organizational growth,” said Scott Waterman, Senior Vice President, Public Infrastructure, Rocky Mountain Region. “His expertise and alignment with our purpose bolsters our commitment to excellence and client-centric solutions.” For more than four years, Wilson & Company has deliberately invested in targeted growth initiatives, engaging employees at every level to promote its unique culture and advance the organization. This strategic approach creates unique opportunities for the team and clients, amplifying the firm’s motivation to become more client-centric within a competitive industry landscape. In 2021, recognizing the significance of expanding its presence in Colorado, a phased investment strategy focused on staff, services, and client service improvements. Beginning with establishing a Loveland office, which has grown from four to 20 employees, Wilson & Company now delivers a broad range of services to clients across Northern Colorado. In 2023, the company furthered its commitment to Colorado by adding local construction administration capabilities.

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