From Intern to CEO: Jon Kramer Featured on StreetsBlog USA Podcast
How does one go from starting as an intern to leading a 750-person architecture, engineering and planning firm? Our President and CEO, Jon Kramer, recently shared his remarkable 31-year journey on the Talking Headways Podcast.
In the episode "From Intern to CEO," Jon discusses his career path at OHM Advisors, starting as a University of Michigan graduate and growing alongside the firm as it expanded from one office to 24 offices across multiple states. He touches on the importance of community-focused projects, such as Detroit's transformative Roosevelt Park redevelopment, and how those initiatives reflect the firm's mission to advance communities.
Jon also provides insights into the challenges and opportunities within the engineering industry, sharing his thoughts on leadership, innovation, and the future of engineering education.
From emphasizing the need for forward-thinking in project planning to discussing the role of AI in design, this candid conversation is a must-listen for anyone interested in shaping communities through impactful work.
Listen to the full episode: Talking Headways Podcast: From Intern to CEO.