EPS Group, Inc., a leading Arizona-based civil engineering design firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Koester as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 15, 2024.
Mr. Koester brings a wealth of experience to EPS Group, having held various leadership and operational roles in the oil and gas, chemicals, and manufacturing industries. He most recently served as Senior Vice President of Western Operations at Tetra Tech, Inc., where he oversaw strategic development and daily operations across diverse markets, including energy, industrial, commercial, municipal, and federal government projects.
"Mike's impressive track record and leadership qualities make him the ideal candidate to lead EPS Group into its next phase of growth," said Bryan Kitchen, Chair of the Board of Directors at EPS Group. "We are confident that his strategic vision and people-centric approach will further strengthen our position as a market leader in the Southwest and Mountain States regions."
Mr. Koester is attracted to EPS Group's collaborative and employee-centric culture. He shares the company's commitment to providing a best-in-class experience for both associates and clients, fostering an environment of proactive collaboration, trust, and adaptability.
"I am incredibly grateful and humbled by the opportunity to lead EPS Group," said Mr. Koester. "I am committed to working together with our talented team to build upon the company's success and achieve our vision of becoming the #1 Design Firm in the Southwest and Mountain States. Together, we are building something special for the future, and I am excited to be a part of it."