Meet JMT: Insights From Within

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Jun 2026

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Meet JMT: Insights from Within is a captivating podcast series that introduces our team to you. Through candid conversations, our staff share professional experiences, personal reflections, and the inspirations behind their work. Listeners get to know our experts, who help shape the architecture, engineering, construction, and technology sectors.

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June 4, 2026Episode 516 min

Episode 51: Meet Lenny Massotti, PE, ADAC | Advancing Accessibility Through ADA Support Services

In the latest episode of the Meet JMT podcast, we sit down with Lenny Massotti, PE, ADAC, senior project manager in our Dover, Delaware office and leader of JMT's ADA Support Services team. Lenny discusses how his team helps clients improve accessibility and ADA compliance through program evaluations, transition planning, and accommodation support. He also shares insights from a landmark project that advanced pedestrian accessibility standards and strengthened ADA implementation across transportation projects in Delaware. Drawing from both his professional expertise and personal experiences with late-onset neurological changes and intermittent mobility limitations, Lenny offers valuable perspective on the importance of accessibility and the real-world impact of inclusive planning and design. Learn more about Lenny's career journey, the evolving landscape of accessibility, and how thoughtful implementation can help create more inclusive communities.

April 16, 2026Episode 509 min

Episode 50: Celebrating Earth Day with Members of JMT's Sustainability Committee - Hanna Claffey, EIT, and Shashwath Athreya, EIT

In our latest episode of the Meet JMT podcast, we sat down with Hanna Claffey, EIT, and Shashwath Athreya, EIT, members of JMT’s Sustainability Committee, in celebration of Earth Day. We explore the committee’s origins, how it has evolved, and the impactful work happening today. From projects like Baltimore County’s sewer system rehabilitation under EPA Consent Decrees to initiatives such as our Project Earth Challenge and local efforts like Hunt Valley’s Earth Day Fair, the conversation highlights how sustainability is embedded across our work. The episode also covers ways employees can contribute year-round, with practical tips for building eco-friendly habits both at work and at home. Tune in to learn more about our Earth Day initiatives, how to get involved with the Sustainability Committee, and how you can celebrate Earth Day all year long.

January 15, 2026Episode 495 min

Episode 49: Meet Nate Reck - Service Line Leader for GIS and Enterprise Asset Management Solutions

In our latest Meet JMT podcast episode, we sit down with Nate Reck, Service Line Leader for GIS and Enterprise Asset Management Solutions (EAMS) at JMT.Nate shares how he leads GIS/EAMS teams and helps shape the strategic direction of these services across JMT. He also reflects on his unexpected career path, starting as a business major before discovering a passion for geography, maps, and navigation that ultimately shaped his career.He discusses leading GIS efforts for the Private Road and Bridge Program in Western North Carolina in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Outside of work, Nate discusses two passions that have influenced his professional growth: coaching youth sports and mentoring the next generation.Tune in to hear Nate’s story, insights, and impact at JMT!

October 30, 2025Episode 485 min

Episode 48: Meet Design Engineer, Brianna Felts, EI - A Special Episode for STEM/STEAM Day!

Celebrating National STEM/STEAM Day! Meet Brianna Felts, EI, design engineer in our Franklin, TN, office. Brianna began her JMT journey as an intern in Knoxville and transitioned to full-time nearly two years ago. Her path to civil engineering wasn’t traditional; inspired by the Tacoma Narrows Bridge collapse, the Linn Cove Viaduct, and her stepdad’s career, she discovered her passion for bridge engineering. Brianna shares the excitement of seeing a bridge rehabilitation project she helped design come to life and how her love of sewing connects to her engineering work through creativity and precision. Listen to her story as we celebrate innovators like Brianna, shaping the future of STEM/STEAM!

October 17, 2025Episode 477 min

Episode 47 - Celebrating Employee Ownership Month at JMT with Andrew Groft and Sarah Gyorfi, PE

October is Employee Ownership Month, and we’re proud to celebrate JMT’s 26 years as a 100% employee-owned firm! In our latest episode, we’re featuring two of JMT’s ESOP Committee employee representatives, Sarah Gyorfi, PE, Mechanical Engineer & Project Manager, and Andrew (Andy) Groft, Project Accountant Supervisor, both based in Hunt Valley, MD. We discuss all things employee ownership, including their roles on the ESOP Committee and the importance of educating and engaging employees about what it means to be an owner. They share how employee ownership creates a unique environment of motivation, collaboration, and long-term commitment. Sarah and Andy also reflect on their personal and professional experiences as employee-owners at JMT. It’s an insightful conversation you won’t want to miss! Interested in building your career with an employee-owned firm? Learn more about our ESOP, the benefits of working at JMT, and how you can become part of our team below! Our careers Page: JMT - Careers - Johnson, Mirmiran & ThompsonLearn about our ESOP: JMT - Employee Ownership - Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson

October 9, 2025Episode 465 min

Episode 46: Meet Jennifer Slacum, PWS, QP - Senior Environmental Scientist in Hunt Valley, MD

In this episode, we’re excited to sit down with Jennifer (Jenni) Slacum, PWS, QP, Senior Environmental Scientist in our Hunt Valley, MD office. Jenni shares her inspiring journey into the world of natural resources, sparked by childhood adventures in Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands and her early work at the Penn State Cooperative Wetland Center. A lifelong love for the outdoors, from camping and canoeing to gardening and hiking, has shaped Jenni’s approach to environmental science and her career at JMT. We also dive into her contributions to the Maryland Living Shorelines Protection Act (2008), where she worked as part of a multi-agency team focused on preserving and protecting our coastlines. Listen now to learn more about Jenni’s path and passion for the environment!

August 6, 2025Episode 457 min

Episode 45: Meet Marie Peedin, PE - Water/Wastewater Section Head - A special episode for Professional Engineers Day!

Today, we’re celebrating the incredible contributions of engineers by spotlighting one of our own — Marie Peedin, PE, Water/Wastewater Section Head based in New Bern, NC. In our latest episode, Marie shares insights from her engineering journey — from what first inspired her to pursue the field, to the rewarding municipal projects she’s helped bring to life in her own hometown. Marie’s passion for engineering doesn’t stop at work. Her technical expertise has also driven personal ventures, like building a rental real estate portfolio and developing land for a future tiny home community. Her advice for aspiring engineers? "Love what you do and do what you love." Let’s celebrate professionals like Marie who use their skills to make a lasting impact — both professionally and personally. Tune in to hear Marie’s full story and be inspired this Professional Engineers Day!

July 24, 2025Episode 445 min

Episode 44: Meet JMT's Civil Engineering Intern Christian Barrera - A Special Episode for National Intern Day

In this episode of the Meet JMT podcast, we’re spotlighting Christian Barrera, a civil engineering intern in our Washington, DC, office, in recognition of National Intern Day.Christian shares his experience in JMT’s rotational internship program, where he’s gaining hands-on exposure across departments like traffic, roadway, project delivery, construction management, and water resources. Hear his story and advice for future interns and stick around until the end for a message from our Recruitment Team Leader, Jenny Pickel, on upcoming internship opportunities! Learn more about our internship opportunities: JMT Careers Page

July 2, 2025Episode 435 min

Episode 43: Meet Douglas Mangum - Senior Archaeologist based in Houston, TX

In this episode, we sit down with Douglas Mangum, MA, RPA, a Senior Archaeologist from our Houston, TX office. Douglas shares how his passion for archaeology was sparked at a young age—by reading his mother’s anthropology textbook—and how that early interest set him on a unique and sometimes challenging career path. He also dives into his decade-long work at the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site, where his research helped rewrite parts of a historic battle, leaving a lasting impact on both his career and the field. Whether you're interested in archaeology, historic preservation, or just love a great career story—you won’t want to miss this one!

June 19, 2025Episode 425 min

Episode 42: Meet Haley Boyd - Water/Wastewater Design Engineer - A special episode for Women in Engineering Day

In honor of Women in Engineering Day, we sat down with Haley Boyd, a talented Water/Wastewater Design Engineer, for a special episode of the Meet JMT podcast. Haley shares how her passion for environmental protection and public health inspired her to pursue a career in water engineering. She speaks about her work on a Charles County CCTV project, where she reviewed extensive sewer inspection footage, developed a detailed tracking spreadsheet to monitor key metrics and flag duplicates, and redesigned the entire review process to be more efficient and user-friendly. Outside of work, Haley’s love for hiking, snowboarding, and being immersed in nature continues to influence her thoughtful approach to solving engineering challenges. Tune in to the episode to hear more about Haley’s journey, her work, and what drives her every day!