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**New Episode Now Streaming: Word on the Street Podcast — Season 2, Episode 3**

Natick, MA (March 31, 2026) – Katharine Van Leer joins the WOTS podcast team and talks M&A trends, AI, and leadership.

Natick, MA (March 31, 2026) – In this episode of the Word on the Street Podcast, Mick Morrissey and Mark Goodale are joined by Katharine Van Leer, Senior Consultant at Morrissey Goodale, as she makes her debut as the newest member of the podcast team. Together, they discuss the forces shaping the AEC industry today—from M&A activity and valuation trends to the growing influence of AI and private equity. The conversation explores market uncertainty, leadership transition, and why CEO‑only forums and peer connections are more important than ever as firms navigate rapid change.

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