As we close out 2023 and welcome in 2024, I decided to pause and take a moment to reflect on this past year as well as look towards the future.  As an industry, we are fortunate that we finished yet another strong year in infrastructure investment and private and commercial development. Most of us are old enough to have experienced the last economic downturn as professionals. While we can expect another downturn eventually, most indicators forecast another strong year for the consulting community.  Another positive indicator is that most firms that I have spoken to are struggling to fill open positions. This next year will certainly bring new challenges along with some uncertainty with the elections, but I am confident that the state of our industry is strong and has a bright outlook. I hope all of you will have prosperous and successful 2024.

By Erik Fanselau, President