SSR On Air is excited to welcome Susan Osterberg, our newly appointed CEO, to share her aspirations for SSR in this new "era of and." In her conversation with host Mike Rogers, Susan peels back the layers of strategic leadership and growth to explain that the growth trajectory isn't just about expanding geographies but also about fostering the next generation of leaders. Learn how strategic hiring in targeted regions and investing in talent attraction are just the beginning of our ambitious plans. Susan casts a vision of a workplace where AI integration and leadership development converge, ensuring SSR's continued success and innovation. Listen as they discuss the how SSR becomes an organization that's as dedicated to its people as it is to its performance. 

Ever wonder how the unlikely pairing of a bright-eyed accounting director and a seasoned sustainability consultant could redefine mentorship? As Sara Presley and Alan Smith discuss their mentorship paring, they reveal the highs and lows of their unique journey, proving that sometimes, the most enriching growth comes from the most surprising connections.

In a similar vein, Jon Ross, an SSR veteran with over four decades of insight, and Kevin Rumbolt, a hands-on project manager, explore their mentor-mentee dynamic.  Their candid discussion peels back the layers on how SSR's mentorship program isn't just about climbing the corporate ladder; it's about leadership, expanding visions beyond the technical jargon, and leveraging innate talents like Kevin's knack for collaboration. Together, they demonstrate that mentorship is more than just guidance—it’s a mutual exchange of knowledge that shapes the future leaders of engineering.

In March of 2023, the first official Mentorship Class at  SSR got underway. Comprised of 25 pairings from across the firm, the program was established to provide a platform for colleagues to comfortably engage in discussions pertaining to career goals, challenges, and opportunities. 

In this episode of SSR On Air, Mike talks with Jessica Nyce, Director of HR, to get a better understanding of how the first year of the program went and future plans. They discuss many of the benefits of the program, including increased knowledge, inspired development of leadership skills, strengthened  interconnectivity between business units, and expanded influence for a strong, meaningful culture at SSR. 

Later this month we'll release the second part , a conversation with two mentor/mentee pairings.