Client Testimonials

“The Morrissey Goodale team has provided exceptional guidance throughout our recent acquisition and other deals currently underway. Over the past several years, they have become an invaluable extension of our team, delivering immense value—especially in recent months. We are so pleased with, and so appreciative of, this team and their guidance.”  

Mike Munn​​​​, PE, President & CEO – McAdams
Raleigh, NC (ENR #262)

“Morrissey Goodale has been an invaluable partner to RESPEC, leveraging their deep understanding of the AE market and their extensive database of firms across the country. They took the time to understand our unique cultural and strategic needs and identified firms that aligned with our long-term goals. Once connections were made, they provided us the space and flexibility to assess the fit ourselves and navigate the deal process at our own pace, ensuring we made decisions that truly benefited our company.”  

Jason Love, SVP – RESPEC
Rapid City, SD

“In my years in this industry, I’ve come to recognize true expertise when I see it. Morrissey Goodale stands out as one of the best in the business when it comes to M&A. At Ardurra, we’ve completed nearly 30 acquisitions, and they have been a solid partner for many of those opportunities. Their ability to identify and initiate valuable connections is exceptional. What truly sets them apart is not just their technical know-how, but their genuine understanding of our industry’s dynamics. As we’ve worked together over the years, I’ve developed a deep appreciation for their sharp business acumen and their entire team. They’re good people who genuinely care about our success and have become an integral part of our expansion efforts. They are an invaluable asset to any organization serious about strategic growth in our sector.”  

Ernesto Aguilar, CEO – Ardurra Group
Miami, FL (ENR #84)

“After a failed earlier search and attending a Morrissey Goodale Southeast States M&A Symposium, Foth decided to ask them for assistance on a strategic acquisition search.  Foth was not interested in a speed-dating event, preferring to take the time necessary to find the right cultural and strategic candidate. Jeff Lookup and Lisa Elster, our Morrissey Goodale team, understood our desire and were extremely patient as they presented qualified candidates, allowing us time to get to know them from a cultural standpoint while making sure the steady process was maintained. Once we found the right cultural and strategic firm, Jeff and Lisa were helpful not only in assessing the deal valuation, but their knowledge and experience in the LOI and closing process was extremely beneficial as well. In the end, they helped us find the right cultural and strategic partner to fuel our growth where we had previously failed with another firm.”  

Randy Homel, CEO – Foth
De Pere, WI (ENR #120)

“Our most recent acquisition was not only the largest but also the most seamless and efficient in our firm’s history. A significant factor in this success was our partnership with Morrissey Goodale. They provided invaluable support at every stage of the process—from identifying potential candidates and conducting valuations and performance analyses to executing closing and integration strategies. Their insight, responsiveness, and expertise were critical to the success of this acquisition, and we look forward to collaborating with them in the future.”

​Wes E. Christmas, PE, ENV SP, President and Chief Executive Officer – Clark Dietz, Inc.
Kenosha, WI 

“HB&A was grateful for the experienced guidance that Morrissey Goodale provided during our process of acquisition. As a 51-year-old small business, acquisition was something we took very seriously, but also had no experience with, so we were anxious about a process that we didn’t know. It was very helpful to have Julio and Nick alongside us, helping us to understand the process, advising us on intelligent negotiation, and providing a sounding board for our questions and concerns. They operated with patience and integrity throughout.”

​Aaron Briggs, AICP, Vice President, Principal Planner – HB&A
Colorado Springs, CO

“The Morrissey Goodale team was outstanding to work with as we navigated a merger with one of our long-time teaming partners. They provided a unique understanding of our needs coupled with an in-depth knowledge of market conditions throughout this process. Their steady hand and input were greatly appreciated and immensely helpful.”

Brian D. Smith, P.E., President/CEO – J-U-B Engineers, Inc.
Meridian, ID (ENR #235)

“Our collaboration with Morrissey Goodale over the past couple of years has been consistently positive and productive, particularly highlighting their responsiveness and fairness in handling transactions, as well as their ability to find viable and strategic targets for our firm. Our interactions have included acquiring companies represented by Morrissey Goodale and engaging their services to identify sole source acquisition targets for us. In every instance, their team has demonstrated a deep understanding of our firm’s strategy and a strong network within the AE industry. Their proactive approach in sourcing firms has been instrumental in facilitating successful deal closures that align with our People-Focused, Sustainable, and Digitally Integrated vision going forward. Morrissey Goodale has significantly contributed to our company’s growth and success, and we therefore place great value on our relationship with them as we continue to differentiate and grow our company.”

Jesse Kropelnicki, CEO – Verdantas
Dublin, OH (ENR #113)

“Morrissey Goodale has functioned as an extension of our staff, primarily helping us identify strategic fit firms for acquisition, and also advising us throughout the acquisition process. The team at Morrissey Goodale has also advised us regarding strategy, helped us fill an open board seat, and generally helped us look to the future. They are easy to work with, keep us updated on where they are with various projects, and most importantly produce results.”

John Kissinger, President / CEO – GRAEF
Milwaukee, WI (ENR #370)

“Morrissey Goodale acted as our buy side advisor for a transaction in 2022. We have also worked with them for an outreach program to identify potential targets in the US. The firm is well organized and has a deep database for firms and M&A transactions. Overall, I would say they have a great deal of knowledge and data on the AE market, and M&A activity specifically.”

Izzat Katkhuda, CEO – ACES
Dubai, United Arab Emirates

“The breadth and depth of knowledge, relationship and experience in the AE industry has proven invaluable to us at the company, holding company and investor level. Whether on acquisition buy side support, benchmarking the firm or giving advice on strategy, the team always knocks it out of the park. This team is a trusted advisor with every engagement.”

Kurt Bergman, Executive Chairman – PRIME AE Baltimore, MD (ENR #229)

“Jon Escobar is a rock star! Jon led the Morrissey Goodale team to help us identify target firms, orchestrate due diligence, and pave a clear path for closing & integration. Jon’s market knowledge, deal-making skills, and his unequivocal commitment to being there with us throughout the process was invaluable in helping us successfully complete our first closing in record time. Sambatek has been growing organically and now, with a strong M&A partner in Morrissey Goodale, we can accelerate our growth and opportunity for enhanced services for our clients across the nation.”

Sirish Samba, President & CEO – Sambatek, Inc.
Minnetonka, MN

“I appreciate our relationship with Morrissey Goodale as a trusted advisor and for providing exceptional customer service, industry insight, advisory services, and research throughout the M&A process. They have a strong record of delivering us high-quality candidates coupled with strategic advice and in-depth industry knowledge. As we at Cooper Carry, Inc. continue our strategic growth in-part through acquisitions, our plan is to collaborate with the team at Morrissey Goodale.”

Ray Bouley, Chief Growth Officer – Cooper Carry
Atlanta, GA (ENR #263)

“The Morrissey Goodale team is a trusted partner to Lochner for mergers and acquisitions. With their deep knowledge of the AE industry and the buy-side and sell-side dynamics, they have the unique ability to forge win-win solution for all parties involved in these complex transactions. We greatly value their responsiveness, attention to detail and helpful influence throughout the M&A process and look forward to working with them in the months and years ahead as Lochner continues to expand its infrastructure platform.”

Terry Ruhl, PE, F. ASCE, DrBA, Chairman & CEO – Lochner
Chicago, IL (ENR #103)

“The advisory Team at Morrissey Goodale delivered exactly what we needed during our consideration of ownership transition strategies. Once we decided to go external, they provided outstanding advice, negotiations reinforcement and transaction management. Through a challenging and stressful process, the MG Team kept us on task and was confident we could achieve our objectives.”

Dean Niese, President & CEO – The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc.
Maumee, OH (ENR #292)

“We appreciate the top-notch professional and extremely responsive team at Morrissey Goodale. Morrissey Goodale is a leader because of its experience and knowledge of the AE industry which allowed the team to understand our growth strategy, work efficiently, and provide full-service tangible advice when we needed it before, during, and after our M&A transactions.”

Chad R. Brown Chief Legal Officer – Thompson Engineering
Mobile, AL (ENR #200)

“For STV, Morrissey Goodale has been a valued partner as we grow our professional services platform. Their experienced team has supported our merger and acquisition program with their deep industry knowledge, strong relationships and transaction experience.  They have been and continue to be on the forefront of industry and transaction trends. From start to finish, their ability to be responsive, agile and creative throughout the M&A process has been a key factor in our success.”

Gregory A. Kelly, P.E., Chief Executive Officer – STV
New York, NY (ENR #35)

“Initially, we hired an M&A firm with no experience in the A&E space. After a year-long failed effort, we were referred to Morrissey Goodale. What a difference! Right away, I knew we were working with people who were knowledgeable in the A&E space, were experts in company valuations, knew what we needed to do to prepare for market, knew all the potential buyers in the market, and who would be a good fit for our firm. Shortly thereafter, they found a suitable buyer and we were under contract. Morrissey then led us through the arduous due diligence and sales process and facilitated getting the transaction closed on time. We are very happy with how their expertise guided us in this transaction. I do not feel we would have completed this transaction without Morrissey Goodale on our team.”

Jerry Aplass, P.E., P.L.S.
Principal In Charge – Burrell Consulting Group, Inc.
Roseville, CA

“The Morrissey Goodale team was an invaluable partner during our recent acquisition. They skillfully positioned our firm, insightfully guided our initial evaluations, patiently scheduled an array of interconnected meetings, expertly negotiated the complex agreement details, and delicately “held our hands” during diligence. Their professionalism and personal touch gave us great confidence in an unfamiliar realm. We are grateful to our partners at Morrissey Goodale for their tireless work in helping our company build an exciting future.”

David Dixon, AIA, Principal – Craig Gaulden Davis
Greenville, SC

“Morrissey Goodale were highly recommended to us by personal friends that were engineering company owners that had sold their businesses. We interviewed several financial advisors and the best choice by far was Morrissey Goodale. Their contacts with the engineering industry are vast. Through the course of marketing the firm, Morrissey Goodale was with us all the way and aggressively looked out for our interests. Through the negotiation process with the selected buyer, Morrissey Goodale kept us on track and stood with us when difficult deal points came up. We were advised by others that had used their services to follow their lead when in doubt. It was the best advice we could have gotten. We could not have been any more pleased with Morrissey Goodale. If someone in the engineering business wants to sell their company, they would be fools if they used anyone other than Morrissey Goodale.”

George Murfee, President and Founder – Murfee Engineering Company
Austin, TX

“I have used Morrissey Goodale to acquire smaller firms in the past and based on that positive experience, it was an easy choice for me to engage them again when I decided to sell our firm. What I didn’t realize at that time, however, was how extensive the selling process would be. I quickly learned you need expertise in legal, finance, and the overall M&A process. Morrissey Goodale not only provided their expertise in the M&A process and personalized assistance throughout the process, but also helped us assemble a team of legal and financial experts. Without this expertise, it would have been impossible for us to successfully complete the transaction. I would highly recommend Morrissey Goodale to anyone who is considering selling their firm.”

Ko Ishikura, President & CEO – Green
Tewksbury, MA

“Working with Brendon Cussio and Trishank Hansrajani at Morrissey Goodale was a pleasure. They guided us through the entire process from start to finish. Both are highly technical, professional, honest, and patient. They genuinely care about our people and clients, which is our top priority. We were impressed with their market insight and negotiation skills, resulting in a great deal. We are very satisfied with the acquisition and final deal structure, and highly recommend Morrissey Goodale to owners looking to market and sell their firm to reputable buyers.”

Bryce Canady, Vice President | Development and Operations – Murfee Engineering Company
Austin, TX

“As a small firm, we are proud of the culture we’ve built with our team and the trust we’ve built with our clients. The Morrissey Goodale team understood this as well as the other priorities we had when searching for a partner firm. Their relationships and experience with buyers in our industry proved to be a valuable asset helping us find a partner that was a great fit culturally. The expert advice and counsel from the Morrissey Goodale team throughout the process was invaluable.”

Brandon Claborn, CEO – Meshek & Associates
Tulsa, OK

“We engaged Morrissey Goodale because of their unmatched reputation in the industry. We wanted to find a business partner that had the right background, geographic reach, and cultural fit to help us take what we created to the next level in a sensible fashion. Morrissey Goodale quickly identified that partner for us from a large field of potential candidates. They conducted a very thorough process to identify and fully vet a great match for us in The Mannik & Smith Group (MSG). Morrissey Goodale’s strategy was well thought out and they provided great advice throughout the due diligence process and into final closing. The staff was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and patient as we worked our way to the finish line of a great closing and a bright future for the Company we worked so hard to build over 23 years.”

Brian K. Pancher, Principal, PA Geo/Environmental Services Leader – WallacePancher Group, A Division of The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (ENR #292)
Hermitage, PA

“It was a pleasure to work with the Morrissey Goodale team in the merger of our firm into Salas O’Brien. The MG team worked with us to understand our teams’ needs and our goals in selecting a partner to continue our growth in the industry we serve. They were consistent in the communication and execution of the plan and patient with our questions throughout the process. Their expert advice got us across the finish line with Salas O’Brien and now we can create even greater value for our clients and more opportunities for our employees.”

Robert G. Hughes, P.E, Chief Executive Officer – Hughes (A Salas O’Brien Company)
Raleigh, NC

“We had the pleasure of attending one of Morrissey Goodale’s M&A Symposiums and, when the time came to find a partner for our business, they were our first call. It’s obvious that Morrissey Goodale has an outstanding reputation in the architecture, engineering, and environmental industry and their team worked alongside us every step of the way to ensure a smooth transaction with our preferred partner. We highly recommend Morrissey Goodale’s experienced team for mergers and acquisitions.”

Rob Culp and Dave Horton, Owners – Midwest Engineering
East Peoria, IL

“I can’t say enough at how happy T-O Engineers was with Morrissey Goodale through this experience. Their service was impeccable, and the knowledge and experience Nick Belitz and his staff exhibited was beyond what we expected. They went above and beyond and were team members navigating through the acquisition process. Nick was our coach and partner. We sincerely thank Morrissey Goodale for all their help and will continue to refer them to others as the opportunities arise.”

William H. Russell, President – T-O Engineers
Meridian, ID

“Morrissey Goodale did a thorough and professional job representing BBA throughout the transaction, from presenting us in the best possible light to a broad range of potential acquirers, to explaining the nuance of multiple offers, to final negotiations. Their team was a pleasure to work with.”

Bruce Brooks, President – Bruce Brooks & Associates
Philadelphia, PA

“The Morrissey Goodale team helped us join Salas O’Brien. Their industry knowledge was invaluable as we considered the strategic options available to our firm. They were with us every step of the way, providing trusted advice and insight. They brought to bear all of their experience so we knew what was going to happen next and when it would happen. I can’t say enough about how proactive they were with their communications and how responsive they were to our needs as a client.”

Michael McNamara, P.E., Partner – EME Group, (New York, NY) a Salas O’Brien Company

“It was a pleasure to work with the Morrissey Goodale team in the merger of our firm into IMEG. They were with us every step of the way – from assessing and positioning us in market, to confidentially meeting with potential partners to selecting our preferred partner. They were always looking ahead so that we could be prepared for what was next – super responsive and always available to us. Their expert advice got us across the finish line so that as part of IMEG we can create even greater value for our clients and shareholders and more opportunities for our employees.”

Bruce Lilker, CEO – Lilker Associates (an IMEG Company)
New York, NY

“It was a pleasure to work with the Morrissey Goodale team in joining forces with our new owner, CHA. The firm’s principals and transaction advisors were with us every step of the way, from positioning our firm in the market to confidentially meeting with potential partners to selecting our preferred buyer. Their expert advice got us to a successfully closed deal so we can create even greater value for our clients and more opportunities for our employees. In particular, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Nick Belitz, who was pleasant, knowledgeable, and patient throughout the whole process. His overall experience and coaching style were exceptional and made it that much easier for our final decisions. I certainly recommend Nick and his organization to any business owner who may be thinking of potentially merging or selling.”

Moses Javan, CEO – Javan Engineering, Inc.
Fort Washington, PA

“Morrissey Goodale was a trusted advisor in our recent merger with Sanderson Bellecci. I had developed relationships at a couple of the M&A Symposiums over the past years so I was comfortable engaging their services at the beginning of our discussion phase. I valued the teams knowledge and experience throughout the process since this was a first time experience for me. It was obviously not a first time experience for the Morrissey Goodale team as they were able to provide actionable advice based on a deep well of experience with similar deals. Their obvious experience helped to give me the confidence I needed to move forward with a great deal.”

Chad Coleman, President – Coleman Engineering Roseville, CA

“We appreciate your counsel during this event. Your negotiation tactics were significant and helped us get more than we expected. You did not take your eye off of the ball with regards to purchase price. Your efforts on steering this process were exceptional and the fit with RMA is exactly what we were looking for. We are very thankful for you and the Morrissey Goodale team, and I know that we will cross paths moving forward.”

William R. (Reg) Christopher, PE, CEO – Insight Group
N. Charleston, SC

“After 32 years focused on growing and managing our business, we suddenly found ourselves in an unknown setting, evaluating and properly reacting to unsolicited expressions of interest from larger companies interested in acquiring ours. We needed a trusted guide that would serve as our compass in traversing what, for us, were uncharted waters. Morrissey Goodale was that guide. They shepherded us through and got us to where we wanted to go.”

Willy A. Bermello, Chairman of The Board | Principal – Bermello, Ajamil & Partners
Coral Gables, FL

“We retained the experts at Morrissey Goodale over the course of two years. At our request, Morrissey Goodale began with the evaluation of an unsolicited offer to purchase our firm. Eighteen months later, when we were ready to consider a merger, Morrissey Goodale provided comprehensive counsel to prepare us for our journey. Their honest and concise evaluation of our firm provided the necessary level of expectations and advice to our principals throughout the merger process. Morrissey Goodale’s marketing and representation efforts brought multiple offers from well-positioned national firms. Morrissey Goodale facilitated an equitable negotiation process and ultimately delivered a win-win merger for our firm and the offeror. Beyond the merger, we continue to benefit from the valuable information that Morrissey Goodale provides to its clients and the design industry.”

Charles G. Cala Jr., Principal – High Mesa, a BOWMAN Company
Albuquerque, NM

“It was an absolute pleasure to work with the Morrissey Goodale team in the sale of our firm to JMT. From assessing our firm and positioning us in the market, to meeting and negotiating with potential partners, to selecting our preferred partner and progressing through due diligence, the Morrissey Goodale team was with us every step of the way and made sure we fully understood what was happening and what we should expect to come next. Their expert advice, transparency, and guidance through the entire process was invaluable.”

David T. Covarrubias, PE, CEO – Structural Engineering Associates
San Antonio, TX

“Thank you, thank you… for all of your great work during this long and somewhat arduous journey!  We couldn’t have done it without your expertise, guidance and perseverance! I also very much appreciate your sense of humor through it all!”

Paula Deasy, Board of Directors – DiGioia Gray
Monroeville, PA

Morrissey Goodale advised DiGioia Gray on their sale to Gannett Fleming (ENR #26)

“The excellent team were with us at every step of our process to prepare our firm for sale. They strategically worked with us early on to position our company for a successful outcome. I appreciated their extensive market knowledge and the care they took to understand our company and our goals. I have and will continue to recommend the team at Morrissey Goodale!”

Jill Wells Heath, EVP – NV5
Hollywood, FL (ENR #22)

“The Morrissey Goodale team were instrumental in helping us understand the M&A space for AE firms that desired to transition their firm to a new ownership. Not only did Morrissey Goodale take the time to educate our leadership, but they were instrumental in finding a partnership that was a true win-win. Morrissey Goodale took the time to understand our current situation, and provided excellent service to myself and my team. Mick was at all of our meetings, advising us on all of our options and helped us understand and get comfortable with the transaction. It was a huge event in the life of the firm and provided lasting benefits for ownership as well as tremendous opportunities for all parties. Having the “experts” at the table with you every step of the way was critically important to the success of the entire process.”

Brian Curley, AIA former Managing Partner of PDT Architects sold to CHA Consulting
Albany, NY (ENR #69)

“The Team at Morrissey Goodale delivered! Having not worked with an M&A advisory firm, I was apprehensive, the Morrissey Goodale team quickly put any doubts we had at ease. Their knowledge and guidance throughout the entire process was unparalleled and their professional manner in dealing with prospective buyers and my team went beyond my expectations. Professionalism and extensive knowledge in M&A transactions coupled with their personal attentiveness confirmed we made the right choice”

Steven J. Mainardi, PE, Formerly President – Delta Engineering & Inspection, Inc.
Lakewood Ranch, FL

Morrissey Goodale represented Delta in the firm’s sale to Rimkus (Houston, TX) in November 2022.

“Close collaborative work with any partner can be complicated no matter what the circumstances, but when faced with a worldwide pandemic and while navigating a first-time sale of one’s company, feels especially daunting….that is, unless the work is done with Morrissey Goodale (MG). MG’s unparalleled ability to confidently guide our board of directors, from start to finish and through all components of acquisition, was the gift we never could’ve expected in 2021. Expert guidance, industry knowledge, candid sharing of perspectives and thoughtful connectivity to curated, potential partners, provided CP&Y the reassurance and confidence our team needed to select our ideal partner in STV, Inc. From outstanding communication and open accessibility, to unparalleled service, I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience shared with the team at MG. I am grateful to count the team at MG not only as valued and knowledgeable colleagues, but also now too, as dear friends.”

J.J. Roohms, P.E., (Formerly) President – CP&Y
Dallas, TX

Morrissey Goodale represented CP&Y in the firm’s sale to STV, Inc. (ENR #35) in September 2021.

“Houston Engineering, Inc. engaged Morrissey-Goodale to facilitate our strategic planning effort in the fall of 2023. A key part of our decision to engage Morrissey Goodale was their industry knowledge and the resources they brought to the table for the effort. Both Mark Goodale and Sarah Thornhill were great to work with and helped us efficiently complete the development of the strategic plan. An important element of their effort was the development of the management audit report, that solicited input from our employees, clients, shareholders, and strategic planning committee. This provided valuable feedback to kick off the planning process. They also made sure our entire shareholder group of over 40 people was involved in elements of the plan development, which was important from a buy-in perspective.”  

Gregg Thielman, President & CEO – Houston Engineering
Houston, TX (ENR #384)

“You guys were awesome!

The organizational structure and assistance were very valuable. The really insightful third-party comments were extremely helpful. It’s easy to get used to the normal ways of thinking in a firm, so the outside perspective was very helpful. The array of different ideas or approaches that Morrissey Goodale has been through was really helpful and insightful for us. We have a generally consistent way of how we want to go about strategic planning, but it’s great to hear different methods so we can keep it fresh for the participants.”  

Mike Carragher, CEO & President – VHB
Watertown, MA (ENR #62)

“Morrissey Goodale has been a valuable partner to us on strategy, industry insights and helping us to think bigger. We find their market research and knowledge to be accurate and insightful, particularly regarding M&A. Their thoughtful approach to problem-solving and assessment of current events provides us with commentary that challenges conventional thinking, which I find refreshing and helpful in fully navigating today’s complex environment.”

Gayle Packer, Chair & CEO – Terracon
Olathe, KS (ENR #18)

“We’ve relied on the Morrissey Goodale team for business strategy for over a decade. They never fail to deliver informed advice and guidance in a direct and understandable manner. They are always there to take my call and are consistently responsive to our changing organizational needs. We value their deep industry understanding and network of connections.”

John A. Bologna, P.E., President/CEO – Coastal Engineering
Orleans, MA

“Morrissey Goodale expertise and leadership in leading our M&A Strategic Planning Initiative has been fantastic. They were very organized and collaborative in the process and really helped us drive focused strategic targets that align with our short-range and long-range strategic objectives. They also excelled in gathering input and facilitating in-person working sessions using very direct advice tailored to our needs and objectives to drive meaningful conversations. Their knowledge of the M&A industry and again their expertise and leadership is top-notch and would recommend them to help you guide and define your M&A strategies.”

Brock M. Storrusten, PE, AECPM, Chief Strategy Officer – WithersRavenel
Cary, NC (ENR #306)

“Larson Design Group (LDG) selected Morrissey Goodale to assist with our strategic planning efforts by providing market research and intelligence because of our previous successful experiences working with them as our buy-side M&A consultant for our architectural and engineering firm. They supported our efforts in four ways. First, they evaluated our primary markets and validated their health going forward, looking for trends, opportunities, and innovations. Second, they examined adjacent markets that would be a “short commute” for us to expand our core client base. Third, they provided demographic research that helped to inform our geographic expansion plans. Fourth, we challenged them to provide “blue sky” investment opportunities, emerging markets, and innovations, considering markets that LDG might otherwise have overlooked. The process was very collaborative, they interviewed our people, obtained a solid basis of understanding of our existing core markets and services, and then proceeded to go through an initial phase of research, a “check-in” call with each of our groups, and then a second wave of research that culminated with several presentations of their findings. Their research was reliable, insightful, and sometimes pleasantly surprising. Morrissey Goodale gladly accepted questions throughout the process. Their deliverables were solid and on time, and the presentations of their findings fostered spirited back-and-forth conversations. Their final product was beyond a summary of what they found; it provided the “why” and “how’ behind many of the trends. I highly recommend their research services.”

Stephen M. Hammel, Senior Vice President & Chief Business Development Officer – Larson Design Group
Williamsport, PA (ENR #246)

“As Syska Hennessy evolves as a business, it’s important for us to set clear strategic goals and determine how to achieve them. A collaborative and reliable partner, Morrissey Goodale has helped us develop and implement our strategies so we can accomplish our objectives and grow. Together we produced a plan that focuses on meaningful outcomes, which will benefit all of Syska’s stakeholders.”

Michelle Galindez, LEED AP, Director of Marketing & Communications / Associate Partner –  Syska Hennessy Group
New York, NY (ENR #170)

“We’ve used Morrissey Goodale to assist us with strategy and strategic planning since 2018. Our Board and Executive Team value the industry knowledge that Morrissey Goodale brings to assist with our strategic decision-making and strategic plan execution. We value their responsiveness and their commitment to understanding our business and what’s important to us.”

Bob McDermott, President – Huitt-Zollars
Dallas, TX (ENR #185)

“We’ve engaged Morrissey Goodale for both strategic planning and, most recently for M&A planning and pursuits. They have tremendous industry experience and I appreciate the direct, ‘cut to the chase’ advice I can count on them to give me. They are certainly a trusted advisor for ESA. The team played a pivotal role in our most recent 2021 acquisition of the Sitka Technology Group. They continue to work closely with us to build and evaluate a dynamic M&A “leaderboard” of opportunities for us to consider as we pursue our strategic growth goals.”

Leslie Moulton-Post, President & CEO – Environmental Science Associates (ESA)
San Francisco, CA

“Morrissey Goodale is a valued partner of T&H. Over the years they assisted us with strategic planning, meeting facilitation, key hire recruiting, and growth through acquisitions. Considering the areas of our business they touch, it is clear they are a trusted ally. Their knowledge of the engineering consulting industry helps our internal discussions as we continue to improve.”

Sam McCachern, President / CEO – Thomas & Hutton
Savannah, GA

“For close to 20 years, Morrissey Goodale has served as a trusted advisor to Merrick. Whether assisting with strategy and planning, market development, executive search or navigating the dynamic M&A environment, Morrissey Goodale has made a positive impact on our company. Their expertise in guiding and influencing the growth of Merrick is an attribute I rely on while charting the vision for the future of Merrick. I can recommend Morrissey Goodale with complete confidence for your strategic advisory needs.”

Christopher Sherry, Chairman and CEO – Merrick
Greenwood Village, CO (ENR #99)

“Morrissey Goodale’s team has been a trusted advisor to the CMA executive team as we navigate our growth strategy in this ever-changing AE market.”

Jose L. Acosta, P.E., EVP – Chen Moore and Associates
Fort Lauderdale, FL

“I have enjoyed more than 10 years of service from Morrissey Goodale including strategic planning to M&A Advisory services. My first strategic planning exercise with Morrissey Goodale over 10 years ago was such an eye-opening experience. It really helped me to see multi-dimensional things that allowed me to change and grow the firm. We developed a mission statement and core values that we believe in and lived by them. It made a significant difference.”

Ramesh Gunda, Founder – Gunda Corporation
Houston, TX

“Our interactions with Mick and the team at Morrissey Goodale are always informative, insightful, and thought provoking. Our industry is going through substantive and rapid change and the Morrissey Goodale view is one we value as we strive to make good choices in a VUCA world. The weekly “Word on the Street” newsletter is always a highlight, and the support we have received in developing and considering our strategic choices has been great. A great team, easy to work with, with lots of evidence based insights – very happy to have Morrissey Goodale on our side!”

Richard Hancy, Executive Leader – Global, Tonkin + Taylor
New Zealand

“Over the past four years as the AE industry has evolved, we have appreciated the highly personal, intuitive, and progressive approach the team at Morrissey Goodale has provided us. The professionals at Morrissey Goodale have a deep understanding of the market and possess the ability to be nimble and innovative as the industry changes and grows. Their advice has helped contribute to our firm’s success and we appreciate their partnership and continued support as we look to create greater value for our client base and enhanced opportunities for our team.”

Matt Bissett, President, Atwell
Southfield, MI (ENR #71)

“We’ve trusted Morrissey Goodale to advise our Board and Principals on strategy and strategic planning.  Their team brings both a wealth of industry knowledge and expert facilitation that together have allowed our team craft, update and execute a vision and plan for growth and success – for our clients, employees and shareholders. The Morrissey Goodale team has always gone above and beyond to meet our needs.  I can whole heartedly recommend them. “

David Brian, President – GDS Associates, Inc.
Marietta, GA

“The team at Morrissey Goodale was invaluable to our firm’s development of an effective five-year strategic plan. Their deep understanding of the AE industry and related market trends helped us align our current strengths with future growth opportunities and set an actionable plan in motion for achieving those goals. They were incredibly hands-on throughout the process; their guidance has made us confident that we will hit—and most likely surpass—our targets.”

Kevin Fitzpatrick, PE, President & CEO – Benesch
Chicago, IL (ENR #104)

“Morrissey Goodale has deep connections across the AE industry. They know big and small design firms and various types of investors. Those connections have helped us to take a broad view of how we approach our M&A strategy.”

Jonathan Sickler, Chief Legal Officer – AE2S
Grand Forks, ND

“The Morrissey Goodale M&A Symposium never fails to deliver actionable insights, dynamic presentations, and valuable networking opportunities.”

Al Baysek, Chief Strategy Officer, AG&E Associates, PLLC
Dallas, TX

“Great event — definitely got updated on the current state of the market and where it’s heading.”

Todd Young, Senior Vice President & CFO, Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Inc.
Springfield, IL (ENR #206)

“The Morrissey Goodale Team provided terrific insights, especially regarding deal trends and valuation benchmarks. Excellent experience overall.”

Debra Caminiti, President, Caminiti Consulting Co., Inc.
West Newbury, MA

“Excellent opportunity to meet industry leaders and learn best practices for acquisitions.”

Chris Swan, Managing Director, TRANSEARCH International

“Morrissey Goodale’s symposium was highly informative and extremely relevant. Very well done!”

Melroy Paterson, Jr. Managing Director, JP Morgan
New York, NY

“Excellent presented information that was pertinent and useful to our strategy discussions.”

Bonnie Sielaff, Co-Founder, Tamarack Grove Engineering
Meridian, ID

“Insightful and inspiring. Great to hear and learn from those who are active in M&A.”

Richard Hancy, Executive Global Leader, Tonkin + Taylor
Auckland, New Zealand

“Good conference — it really helped us better frame how we approach growth.”

Fritz Klingler, President, FK Engineering Associates
Madison Heights, MI

“The Morrissey Goodale symposium was a great opportunity to connect and reconnect with peers across the industry.”

Tony Kreis, Chief Development Officer, Stratus
Roanoke, VA

“High impact event. Great collection of expert insights and real-world experience shared.”

Mike Munn, President & CEO, McAdams
Raleigh, NC (ENR #262)

“Thank you to the Morrissey Goodale team for putting on such a valuable and enjoyable event.”

Sam McCachern, CEO, Thomas & Hutton
Charleston, SC

“The Symposium was excellent, and the topics and information provided were highly relevant to our current business climate.”

Raul Aviles, CEO, Otak
Portland, OR (ENR #207)

“Excellent event.”  

Paul Greywall, President and CEO, Trinity Consultants
Dallas, TX

“This was my first M&A event and thought it was of high quality, from attendees, to panels, to networking and the MG team! ”  

Todd Helmer, CEO, THA Consulting, Inc. 
Blue Bell, PA

“The MG Team has done it again.  The addition of the Business Incubator and the expansion of the “Let’s get Down to Business” workshops on top of the opportunity to network with personnel on both sides of the deals made for a great week.  ”  

Kurt C. Bergman, President and CEO, PRIME AE Group, Inc.
Baltimore, MD (ENR #229)  

“The Symposium agenda was very well thought out – the perfect combination of agenda items and networking time. Definitely worth the investment of two days of my time! ”  

Bryan Pate, CEO, InSite Engineering LLC 
Hoover, AL

“A well organized and informative symposium which provided valuable and up-to-date information about the AEC industry and what lies ahead.”  

Jamie Johnson, Founder and CEO, Signal Hill Equity Partners
Toronto, Ontario

“The symposium was a great mix of content relative to M&A metrics, industry, KPIs, and networking with leaders of peer companies. The content was balanced, current, helpful, and informative and the conference went by very quickly given the engagement of the participants, Great Job Morrissey Goodale! ” 

Frank Ricciardi, CEO, Weston & Sampson
Reading, MA (ENR #140)  

“First time attending. I was encouraged by how many repeat attendees I met along with other first-timers. A great venue, relevant material, and a balanced mix of business owners and investors. ”  

Matthew Markee, President, Aegis Environmental 
Richmond, VA

“This was really well done.  The content and networking were spot on. ”  

Dave Witsken, CEO, Universal Engineering Sciences (UES )
Orlando, FL (ENR #34)

“I found the conference both informative and enjoyable. The balance between session and networking time was just right.”  

Anthony F Naccarato, PE, SE, Chairman & CEO, O’Donnell & Naccarato Structural Engineers 
Philadelphia, PA

“Morrissey Goodale continues to establish themselves as an industry thought leader, master of current M&A data/trends, while bringing a wealth of on-board talent to the table. Concurrently, the Symposium attracts top shelf industry players together for beneficial networking. ”  

Jon Kramer – President and CEO, OHM Advisors
Livonia, MI

“The variety of timely topics, pacing of the presentations, insights from the panels and opportunity for networking resulted in time well spent.”  

Scott Murphy, President and CEO, Morrison-Maierle
Helena, MT (ENR #311)

“Well done on all counts. From current M&A data to expert opinions to networking, there was a ton of actionable information.”  

Mike Blankinship, President, Blankinship & Associates
Davis, CA

“Excellent program and fantastic opportunities to connect with so many quality people. This was time very well spent. Thank you.”  

Chad Coleman, President, Coleman Engineering
Roseville, CA

“The symposium was very informative and it’s obvious the Morrissey Goodale folks have a thorough understanding of our industry.”  

William Walker, President, The WLB Group
Tucson, AZ

“I enjoyed the unique information provided on M&A activity and related multiples. Much better information than others are presenting. It was also a very high quality of attendees and everyone was open to conversation and sharing their experiences.”  

Steve Winchester, Chief Executive Officer, Harris & Associates
Concord, CA

“Well organized, MG speakers were excellent with the right amount of humor mixed in with serious subject matter.”  

Kenneth Puncerelli, CEO, LAI Design Group
Greenwood Village, CO

“It was a great learning experience for me as a new owner of a small firm. I gained a lot of insight and met some wonderful contacts.”  

Joshua Cheatham, President/CEO, Furtado & Associates
Seattle, WA

“Great location. Great gathering of Industry leaders. Excellent dialogue and exchange of information. Well done!”  

Todd Kenner, President and CEO, RESPEC
Rapid City, SD

“Rich, informative content combined with key industry leaders in the room. Morrissey Goodale brings it all together and helps makes sense of the trends and forces shaping our industry.”  

Mike Carragher, CEO & President, VHB
Watertown, MA (ENR #62)

“Very informative and well-run event. I would highly recommend.”  

Daryl Benkendorfer, President, Benkendorfer+Associates
Austin, TX

“This symposium provided valuable information and networking opportunities. Essential for business owners and management.”  

Peggy Carrasquillo, President, KT Civil
Austin, TX

“The Morrissey Goodale event is the perfect combination of a room full of leaders, decision makers, and entrepreneurs with deep industry experience, succinct presentations of critical forecasts and market trends, and fun!  A perfect sized attendee group in a stellar venue to naturally network and have meaningful conversations.”  

Carla Johnson, CEO, EarthvisionZ
Colorado Springs, CO

“Morrissey Goodale does a great job of tailoring the panel discussion questions to issues that really matter in mergers and acquisitions.”  

Chris Young, CEO, Plummer
Fort Worth, TX (ENR #338)

“The Morrissey Goodale team did a wonderful job conducting this symposium.  I highly recommend it!”  

Thomas Stonebruner, CEO, TKDA
St. Paul, MN

“No one in the AE M&A industry provides more relevant, up to date information, presented in a clear and concise format than Morrissey Goodale.”  

Daniel A Summers, President, BSSW Architects, Inc.
Ft. Meyers, FL

“Appreciate the conference, well done and very informative: made new contacts as well. ”  

Dikran Kalaydjian, President, Land & Water Engineering Science
St. Petersburg, FL

“The Symposium was an excellent event with ample networking, education and real-world examples of M&A experience. I greatly enjoyed it! ”  

Frank Ricciardi, CEO, Weston & Sampson
Reading, MA (ENR #140)  

“The Morrissey Goodale team hit the mark – great content, great presenters, great venue!  ”  

Jason Fralick, P.E.  President, Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc.
Harrisburg, PA

“This symposium was a great overview of M&A trends in the AE world along with recent examples of transaction best practices.”  

Jim Canfield, President/CEO, WithersRavenel
Cary, NC (ENR #306)

“The MG team were well prepared and strong presenters, and the content was relevant.”  

Michael Hein, CEO, The HFW Companies 
St. Louis, MO

“It was very educational. ”  

Giti Zarinkelk, President, Zarinkelk Engineering
Houston, TX

“Great speakers and presentations with timely insights into industry trends. Must attend to anyone considering M&A as part of their succession planning.”

John A Bologna, PE. President/CEO, Coastal Engineering Company, Inc.
Cape Cod, MA

“The overview of M&A Trends and presentations on Deal Pricing and Valuations, Deal Structuring and Deal Closing were excellent. They provided great detail while still being entertaining. Excellent speakers! ”  

John Carrato, CEO, Alfred Benesch & Company
Chicago, IL

“The whole event was refreshingly different, right from the start with the reception hosted by Mick Morrissey and Mark Goodale the evening prior to the actual seminar. It allowed for the CEO’s of various organizations—along with their spouses—to mingle in an informal setting to set the stage for a more structured seminar the following day. The seminar itself was very well managed by Mick and Mark, which allowed all CEO’s and other leaders to freely exchange ideas and trends in their respective industries and learn from each other. I made several valuable connections at the event.”  

Sanjay Agrawal, PE, SE, President, AG&E Structural Engenuity
Addison, TX

“This event exceeded my expectations. The peer roundtables discussing industry issues and strategies to navigate them was invaluable.”  

Jim Canfield, President/CEO, WithersRavenel, Inc.
Cary, NC (ENR #306)

“The forum was the third for me and each one gets even better then the last.  The interactive format and the quality of the attendees makes it a learning experience and networking event that can’t be matched. ”  

Michael D. Carroll, PE, President & CEO, CHA
Albany, NY

“Mick and Mark consistently assemble a diverse group of highly engaged leaders for the annual event.  It is time well spent at a unique venue discussing today’s relevant topics with other CEO’s and creating meaningful friendships within our A/E/C industry.”  

Brian Curtin, President & CEO, Chairman of the Board, BRPH Architects & Engineers
Melbourne, FL

“I continue to appreciate the unique conference format offered by Mick and Mark. I gained several nuggets of wisdom that can be applied immediately and developed new relationships with industry thought leaders. Thank you! ”

Doug Jaeger, President & CEO, Ulteig Engineers
South Fargo, ND (ENR #116)

“The open dialogue and exchange of ideas is good for our industry. I appreciate the way Mick and Mark facilitate the session.”  

Sam McCachern, CEO & President, Thomas & Hutton
Savannah, GA

“Morrissey Goodale provided a wonderful opportunity for industry leaders to candidly exchange ideas, concerns, means to achieve goals. Everyone was open, collaborative and engaged. A not to be missed event.”  

Judith Mondre, President, Mondre Energy, Inc.
Philadelphia PA

“Great event! Always nice to meet other CEO’s, discuss common issues, and realize we face similar challenges. Morrissey Goodale always facilitates good discussions and is an excellent host!”  

Tom Stoneburner, President/CEO, TKDA
St. Paul, MN

“Great opportunity for networking and exchanging ideas with other CEOs.”  

Ernesto Aguilar, PE, President & CEO, Ardurra
Tampa, FL

“The Symposium was well organized and provided valuable information. It provided panel discussions for potential selling forms and potential acquiring firms and several networking times. It was time well spent. ”  

Cos Roberts, President, Urban Tech Systems
Seattle, WA

“Informative. Great buyer panel. Superior contacts.”  

Randall O’Dell, President, O’Dell Engineering, Inc.
Modesto, CA

“The Symposium was fantastic. The knowledge that was shared gave me a much better understanding of what the M&A process is – and some of the things to look out for along the way. I walked away a much more informed business owner. ”  

Hollice Stone, President, Stone Security Engineering
New York, NY

“Very informative. Authoritative and experienced speakers. Great interactive sessions.”  

Dan Chandler, President, Managing Principal, OAC Services, Inc.
Seattle, WA

“I enjoyed the symposium. The discussions on best practices and current trends were very timely information for us.”  

Marsh Lavenue, President & CEO, INTERA
Austin, TX

“Morrissey Goodale’s Symposiums offer the most relevant insights into the industry and the A/E/C market. They should not be missed.”  

Kristi Tahmasiyan, Director of M&A, Terracon Consultants, Inc. 
Olathe, KS (ENR #18)

“Great opportunity to learn more about what’s happening in the industry, perspectives from buyer and seller side; and of course meeting such a high calibre of people who attended.” 

David Luscombe, Group Executive – M&A and OGF, GHD
Brisbane, Australia (ENR #27)

“The Symposium is an absolutely great source of industry information, and an excellent place to collaborate with peers in our industry.” 

Dan Huntington, Executive Vice President, IMEG Corp
Rock Island, IL (ENR #52)

“This was a great symposium to learn about the M&A process. There was a wealth of information shared. It was informative to hear the presenters from both sides speak about their experiences.” 

Gail Baker, Principal & COO, DTR Consulting
Roseville, CA

“The Morrissey Goodale symposiums is a must for any A&E from owner looking for a strategic guide for exit strategy game.” 

Timothy Bonura, Managing Partner, All South Consulting Engineers
Metarie, LA

“Outstanding event filled with great content and insightful speakers.” 

Jeff Peacock, Board Chair, Parametrix
Berkeley, CA (ENR #143)

“Very informative event with a great variety of panelists and subject matter to get the full scope of the M&A environment.” 

Mel Thompson, Partner, Grimm and Parker Architects
Calverton, MD (ENR #480)

“Always useful information, for the buyer, the seller, or anyone who needs to understand the state of the industry.” 

Sean M. O’Hara, Founder, EVstudio
Denver, CO

“The Symposium was very informative for those seeking to learn more about the M&A process. If you are looking to grow your organization through acquisition or sell, this symposium gives your great insight into how to prepare your organization for either strategy.” 

Dave Funk, Vice President of Business Development & Marketing, AG|CM, INC.
Corpus Christi, TX

“I gained a lot of insight from this conference. Good information on M&A trends and nice panel discussions. Well worth the time!” 

Neil Dobler, SVP/Director, Bartlett & West, Inc.
Topeka, KS (ENR #258)

“Great information and networking event in a great setting.” 

Mike Scipione, Chief Development Officer, Weston & Sampson
Reading, MA (ENR #140)  

“The Symposium is a great way to connect and share with other business- and strategic-minded leaders in and outside the AE industry and share successes, lessons learned, and processes in M&A. Thanks to the Morrissey Goodale people for sharing your first-class knowledge in the M&A world and being hospitable and welcoming hosts! This Symposium is a must for growth leaders.” 

Brock Storrusten, Chief Strategy Officer, WithersRavenel
Cary, NC (ENR #306)

“The Morrissey Goodale team did a great job putting together a program that was right on topic for both buyers and sellers.” 

Jon Kessler, Director of Strategic Development, Gannett Fleming
Camp Hill, PA (ENR #29)

“As always Morrissey Goodale team never disappoint, the agenda was lively, the speakers were insightful and the venue was excellent. Mick and his team are the best in the business.” 

Gary H. Elzweig, P.E., F.ASCE, Vice Chairman and Chief Strategy Officer, Universal Engineering Sciences (UES )
Orlando, FL (ENR #34)

“The MG team does an excellent job putting on a top notch event. Kudos to everyone at Morrissey Goodale.” 

Mike Martin, Sr. Vice President, Merrick & Company
Denver, CO (ENR #99)

“Kleinfelder has benefited by sending several of our executive team members to various regional symposiums. The knowledge gained and networking are extraordinary.” 

Jay Clare, Senior VP, Strategic Growth, Kleinfelder Group
San Diego, CA (ENR #45)

“This symposium is a must for all A/E leaders interested in buying or selling a firm. It is a very efficient and fun way to meet a lot of people in our space and catch up on important M&A trends. I would not miss it.” 

Michael L. Davis  Senior Vice President/Chief Strategy Officer, WGI
West Palm Beach, FL (ENR #171)

“As always the conference was first class and lots of great attendees. Very informative and even though I have been involved in M&A for 20+ years I learned 2 new trends that we will use in future transactions. So many opportunities built in for networking was a plus also.” 

Jim Tull, CFO, Crafton Tull
Fayetteville, AR (ENR #412)

“The quality of content, attendees and conference accommodations were really terrific. Morrissey Goodale only does it First Class!” 

Scott Woerman, Vice President, Landau Associates, Inc.
Seattle, WA

“I primarily attended to learn and connect with peers in the industry regarding strategy and innovation and the symposium hit the mark. I made several great connections that will continue throughout my professional career. It was a great group of high-level individuals within our industry sharing best practices for firm success. Thanks!” 

Russ Sanford, Chief Growth Officer, Kleinschmidt Associates
Pittsfield, ME

“The Morrissey Goodale team put together a first-class event. They have struck a wonderful balance between state of the industry updates, M&A education, and networking that is beneficial for a wide variety of A&E professionals.  I would highly recommend this event to anyone who is looking to further develop their M&A knowledge.” 

Johnny Heller, Vice President, Commercial Development, Trilon Group
Denver, CO

“The Symposium was a great networking event and the presentations were led knowledgeable industry leaders with useful information. Always a great event.”

Al Baysek, AG&E, Chief Strategy Officer
Addison, TX

“The M&A Symposium is an exceptional well-rounded education from both the buyer and seller perspective. I would recommend any firm trying to determine their growth strategy to attend. The panelists on today’s hot topics as well as the networking opportunities were invaluable.”

Caitlin Muradian, CFO/Partner, Teter
Fresno, CA

“Some things stay the same in the M&A world, but a lot continues to evolve. I really appreciated the insight on our current industry M&A market. Also taking a few minutes to discuss what it looks like moving forward. We have never been in a market like today. The Morrissey Goodale Team really helps us keep in check with where it is going. I always walk away with some new ideas to apply to our strategic plan moving forward. Thanks all!”

Robin V Cibrano, AIA, Executive Director – Office Strategies, CannonDesign
New York, NY (ENR #72)

“I believe the conference was well done and very informative. As a buyer of firms it gave me good insight into trends and expectations. Nicely done.”

Ken Hanifan, Vice President, Westwood Professional Services, Inc.
Plano, TX (ENR #83)

“Great sessions on M&A from both the buyers and the sellers. Learned and lot and shared with others on the state of the A/E industry.”

Kart Vaith, PE, Chief Strategy Officer, Ardurra Group Inc.
Miami, FL (ENR #84)

“The best networking and business development event I’ve been to in years.”

Ryan Suydam, CXO, ClientSavvy
Middlesex, NC

“The event was well organized, the content was refreshing and there were plenty of opportunities for networking.”

Angie Edwards, CFO, HGA Architects and Engineers
Boston, MA

“Great event – good information and great platform for networking / learning more.”

Todd Young, Sr., VP and CFO, CMT
Springfield, IL