As Director of Business Development, Mike works closely with our clients and design partners to determine the best course of action for their projects. With 22 years of experience in the construction industry, paired with his background in engineering, he anticipates blind spots and avoids problems that can arise, such as market volatility, escalation, costs, and various other challenges to ensure projects are successfully delivered on time and on budget. Mike graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a B.S. in Civil Engineering and from Purdue University with a Masters in Structural Engineering.<br /> <br /> As the initial point of contact at Conger, Mike embodies authenticity, setting the tone for operations with clients through prioritizing transparency over appeasement. His dedication knows no bounds, often finding him reviewing emails and proposals at unconventional hours. Mike is highly responsive, recognizing the importance of timely communication, especially when critical information is at stake for colleagues. Furthermore, he holds himself accountable to a strict 24-hour response policy, ensuring prompt addressal of inquiries from clients, prospects, architects, engineers, and other valued business partners, even if an immediate answer isn't available, providing them with a clear timeframe for resolution.