Matthew’s primary function is to guide the firm’s core values, vision, and strategy as set forth by his Board, Partners and Team Members into actionable plans tailored specifically to DDG’s diverse business units and their team members. Additionally, in his capacity as CEO, he is responsible for the implementation of DDG’s Strategic Plan which sets forth pathways for success and growth opportunities for our clients, our firm, and our team members. He also closely monitors the firm’s project workload throughout the Gulf South. This allows him to not only help support DDG’s commitment to first-class client service, but it also allows him to keep a pulse on the latest in industry standards and practices in the industry. To better serve his community and clients, Matthew holds active memberships in instrumental nonprofit organizations focused on making our industries and communities a better and stronger place. Currently, he serves on the Board of Directors for Louisiana Manufacturers Political Action Committee (LAMP) and the Board of Directors for South Central Industrial Association.
Favorite Project – Matthew’s favorite DDG project is Formosa, St. James. In addition to being one of the largest single projects DDG has worked on, it helped us turn the corner into the industrial space at a significant level. Even after 2 decades in this field, I was able to still learn a great deal. Visibility to process design, EPC procurements, and even cultural practices from exposure to our international clients both domestically and in Taiwan was a daily experience during the height of the project design.
Kainen’s strong work ethic and dedication have defined his career at DDG, where he began as an intern in 2002. His journey exemplifies the career growth opportunities available within our firm, as he worked his way up to become a Partner and ultimately DDG’s Chief Administrative Officer.
Throughout his tenure, Kainen spearheaded DDG’s expansion into the industrial sector and other emerging markets, building lasting client relationships and consistently exceeding expectations. His leadership and mentorship have been instrumental in driving the firm’s success and opening doors to new opportunities.
As Chief Administrative Officer, Kainen oversees all administrative operations and collaborates closely with the CEO to develop policies, implement strategic initiatives, and foster a culture of accountability. He ensures that administrative functions align seamlessly with organizational goals, enabling operational efficiency and supporting DDG’s continued growth
Favorite Project – Kainen’s favorite DDG project is FG LA – The Sunshine Project. This project was Kainen’s first experience with an international client. He enjoyed working on this project due to the overall project scale and magnitude. Some unique design considerations for the project are that over 5 million cubic yards of material are needed to fill the property for operational conditions and 66,000 linear feet of on-site ditches need improvement.
Thomas Buckel joined DDG in 2003 with a vision to make an impact. He led the opening of our Covington, LA office, which now employs nearly 50 team members and contributes significantly to DDG’s revenue. With close to 30 years of civil engineering experience across the Southeast, Tommy has delivered projects ranging from large-scale developments and commercial sites to public infrastructure and master planning. His responsiveness, attention to detail, and commitment to client success have earned him lasting relationships and repeat business. As Partner and COO, Tommy now channels his expertise and dedication into mentoring future leaders, ensuring DDG’s culture of excellence continues to thrive.
Favorite Project: The project that has impacted Tommy the most is the River Chase Development. This is his favorite project because it is close to where he lives and works, and he can frequently utilize the community amenities that he was a part of creating.
Michael Thomassie leads DDG’s Baton Rouge office, which he helped establish in 2009. With nearly two decades of civil engineering experience across the Gulf Coast, Michael has delivered successful projects for both public and private clients. His expertise spans commercial, industrial, and residential developments, as well as complex master-planned communities. In the public sector, he has managed road design, drainage improvements, parks, and program management initiatives. Known for his collaborative approach, he serves as a trusted advisor to developers and corporations, building lasting relationships through consistent project success.
Michael oversees and mentors DDG’s Civil Engineering Teams, guiding their growth and ensuring technical excellence across all projects. A dedicated advocate for the profession, he has held leadership roles in engineering societies since 2010—reflecting his commitment to advancing both his clients’ success and the next generation of engineering professionals.
Favorite Project: Michael’s favorite project is the Arlington Creek South Planned Unit Development located at Burbank and Lee in Baton Rouge. He often uses the roads and infrastructure designed by the Baton Rouge Engineering Team. It is gratifying for Michael to see and use successful projects designed by DDG.
Stephen joined DDG in 1998 as the firm’s first architect, playing a pivotal role in establishing and growing our Architectural Division. Over the years, he has contributed to a wide range of public and private projects, including large commercial developments, public infrastructure, and educational facilities.
As Vice President of Architecture and a Partner in the firm, Stephen leads our Architectural team with a focus on client satisfaction, excellence, and collaboration. He provides strategic leadership, mentors emerging professionals, and shares his expertise to ensure design quality. In addition to guiding the team, Stephen continues to work closely with new and existing clients, driving the expansion of DDG’s architectural services and strengthening relationships built on trust and performance.
Favorite Project: Stephen’s favorite DDG project the Main Campus Building at Fletcher Technical Community College. This project had very specific goals set by the owner that created a complex design challenge. Design and construction of the $20M facility was completed in 18 months.
Kyle serves as Vice President of Special Projects and Partner at DDG, bringing over 30 years of experience in architecture and design. Since joining the firm in 2009, his architectural work reflects a streamlined approach that prioritizes efficiency while maintaining exceptional quality. His expertise spans diverse market sectors, including office, retail, medical, financial institutions, educational facilities, industrial complexes, athletic facilities, and residential developments. In his current role, Kyle leverages his decades of experience to drive business development initiatives. He works to strengthen relationships with existing clients while introducing new clients to DDG, supporting the firm’s continued growth and expansion.
Favorite Project: Of all the projects Kyle has worked on, his favorite is the Shell Geismar Wellness Center. This project was fun and exciting for Kyle because he was able to deal with the complexities of working in and around a chemical plant. Although this brought challenges, it was interesting to him to watch an existing PEMB metal building turn into such a wonderful architectural asset for the Geismar site being used daily on such a high level. Additionally, partnering with Shell Chemical made this a fun and exciting experience for Kyle.
Heather Klingman is the Director of Risk Management and Partner for DDG. She has been a member of the DDG team since December of 2000 when she joined the firm as an Engineer Intern and began working with DDG’s large retail sector and municipal clients. As a key member of the DDG team, Heather currently directs DDG’s Risk Management team, ensuring that DDG’s Safety, Quality Assurance, and Quality Control policies align with DDG’s core values. As a native of South Louisiana, Heather is proud to be a part of the work being done by our local governments to better our communities and our way of life. By her involvement in countless state and local municipal infrastructure projects during her tenure at DDG, Heather is a member of the local and state chapters of the Louisiana Engineering Society (LES) and served on the 2012-2013 State Board of Directors as the Secretary/Treasurer, as well as a State Board Member and Officer President from 2015-2016.
Favorite Project: Heather’s favorite DDG project is the Parishwide Pump Station Mitigation Project located in Lafourche Parish. This project was important to Heather because it played a key role in protecting the parish her and her family reside in from future flooding and devastation.
Cory MacMenamin leads DDG’s Survey Division as Vice President of Survey, guiding the team into innovative land, air, and water surveying solutions. With over 20 years of experience, Cory has worked on diverse projects across multiple states and specialties—from the removal and rebuilding of the Volcanoes at the Mirage in Las Vegas to the demolition and redevelopment of the Galleria Mall in New Orleans into Championship Square. His portfolio also includes industrial, commercial, and residential projects throughout the Gulf Coast and beyond, including Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, and Nevada. Cory combines his deep technical expertise with a passion for advancing the profession. He invests significant time in business development, maintaining strong relationships with existing clients while introducing new ones to DDG. His leadership not only ensures the highest level of client satisfaction but also drives the firm’s growth and expansion into new markets. Cory’s appreciation for the historical significance of surveying, paired with his passion for cutting-edge technology, positions DDG at the forefront of the industry.
Favorite Project: Of all the projects Cory has worked on, his favorite DDG project is Spanish Pass Marsh Creation. Cory is honored to be part of the solution for coastal land loss in Louisiana.
Joseph serves as DDG’s Civil Engineering Director, leading part of our civil engineering team with nearly two decades of experience. With a broad range of experience, his focus has been site development, but there has been a strong shift to public sector infrastructure recently. Project types range from 100+ acre mixed-used developments and large-scale residential developments to smaller single-tenant sites. A deep knowledge of the industry was gained through each project’s own unique characteristics as he looks to learn and develop from each. He oversees permitting with multiple governing authorities (e.g., USACE, LA DEQ, LA DHH, LADOTD, and Municipalities), drainage analysis, earthwork analysis, floodplain analysis, and roadway design. Joseph’s desire to meet the needs of each client in a timely manner has exceeded client expectations and positively impacted the outcome of projects. He now plays a critical role in the vitality and advancement of two of the largest regions within the firm. His strategy, vision, and leadership are what’s needed to continue with DDG’s positive growth.
Favorite Project: Joseph’s favorite DDG project is the Ambassador Town Center in Lafayette, LA. This project was complex and offered many challenges. As with all projects, his favorite part is finding solutions to challenging situations. In addition, the project involved both retail and food establishments. He enjoys being able to visit Ambassador Town Center with his family and experience the conveniences that he was a part of designing.
Scott leads DDG’s New Orleans Civil Engineering team. Scott joined the DDG Covington team in 2011 and quickly exemplified his expertise in hydrology and hydraulics, as well as his client and project management skills. Those attributes, among others, allowed Scott to obtain his current leadership position. He has experience working on and overseeing projects as well as in preparing site, grading, utility, erosion control, and stormwater quantity and quality plans (including H&H calculations). Scott’s experience working on projects spans through the entire project cycle from conceptual site and master planning to re-zoning, annexation, plan production, permitting, and construction observation.
Greg has over 13 years of experience practicing civil engineering across the Gulf Coast. Greg has a broad range of experience working with and managing both public and private projects, including large infrastructure projects, site development projects, and residential developments. Greg’s responsibilities include project due diligence and site assessment, site planning, design, plan preparation, permitting, and construction administration, as well as leading the Lafayette civil engineering team. Greg’s attention to detail partnered with client and project management skills allow him to meet and exceed client goals.
Favorite Project – Greg’s favorite DDG project is Moncus Park in Lafayette, LA. This project has been an asset to the Acadiana region; enriching and strengthening our community. A short bike ride from his home, he often gets to enjoy the fruits of the project with his family and friends.
Evan began his career at DDG in 2014 as an intern and quickly advanced to Project Engineer in 2015. He played a key role in DDG’s expansion into the industrial market and opened our Mobile, AL office in 2021. His dedication and leadership earned him the title of Partner in 2024.
Evan brings extensive experience managing public and private projects across the Gulf Coast, including site selection, due diligence, civil design, permitting, and construction administration. His work spans retail, commercial, roadway, sports and recreation, and industrial warehousing projects. By applying DDG’s high standards to the Mobile market, Evan has raised the bar for quality and efficiency while continuing to strengthen client relationships and drive growth.
Favorite Project: Evan could not choose just one project. Two that stand out are FG LA LLC in St. James Parish, LA and SALP in Theodore, AL. FG was a years-long learning experience with multiple projects in one including roadway design, grading and drainage, and multi-agency permitting to name a few. Evan enjoyed working with an international client and being a part of a multidisciplinary team of consultants all working towards a common goal. He will forever be grateful for the experience gained in this project. SALP (South Alabama Logistics Park) is a landmark project for South Alabama and Evan’s first project in the Mobile, AL office. Working with a great client–shoutout to Burton Property Group–and a great team of contractors and consultants has been challenging, rewarding, and enjoyable. Projects with vision and positive impact for the communities we live, work, and play in are Evan’s favorite types!
Favorite Project: Bayou Community Academy is Ashley’s favorite DDG project. She found it fulfilling to work with the community, faculty, students, and stakeholders to bring their vision to life. The new campus will have a significant impact on the community where Ashley grew up and the BCA Scholars who will benefit from it.
Joe leads DDG’s Specialty Services, driving growth across Coastal, Environmental + Regulatory, Structural, and Water Resources. He has deep experience in marsh creation, river diversions, and coastal master plans. Joe brings a practical, technical approach to coastal challenges.
Favorite Project: Joe’s favorite DDG project is Lake Borgne Marsh Creation. He and his team have worked diligently on designing and managing the construction of one of the largest marsh creation projects implemented by CPRA to date. As the Lead Engineer, this project is important to Joe because his design and implementation efforts will create and restore over 2,769 acres of marsh.
Ben joined DDG in 2000 as a CAD draftsman. Shortly afterwards, with full support of leadership, Ben began his journey to pursue an engineering degree, while working full-time with DDG and raising a family at home. In 2007, Ben was a key component of DDG’s expansion into the Houston market, gaining critical experience in a new market with new site challenges. In 2011, Ben received his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Houston and eventually became the Business Unit Leader for that office. In 2016, he became a Senior Associate with the firm. After nearly 10 years in Houston, Ben decided to move his growing family closer to the friends and family on the bayous back home. Throughout his tenure, he has been actively involved in all aspects of the project, from creating plans in AutoCAD to overseeing several national client programs in the Gulf Coast and Greater Houston area. This involvement has allowed him to engage in the entire project cycle, including conceptual planning, re-zoning, annexation, plan production, and construction observation and inspection. With his in-depth experience, Ben has a significant role in the company’s Quality Control and Quality Assurance process and many other evolving processes related to project design, project management, and multi-discipline workflows.
Favorite Project: Ben’s favorite DDG project is South Alabama Logistics Park. This is his favorite project because the site is large in scale and has many design challenges. These challenges typically require the civil site work component to lead the layout of the park.
In 1998, Gary began his career as a CAD Technician. His work ethic and dedication to our firm was undeniable and noticed by many. He became a project manager in 2002 and worked on various retail development projects and many single-family residential subdivisions. He began working on the Walmart projects with a focus on new Neighborhood Market stores. Gary has continued to manage the Walmart program and serves as a Senior Designer and Partner within our firm. His work ethic makes him not only an incredible role model, but also a superior mentor.
Favorite Project The first project for Walmart Neighborhood Market is Gary’s favorite DDG project. The traffic study, LADOTD permitting, and environmental approvals took as much effort, if not more, than the project design itself. This project taught him how to communicate efficiently and the importance of documentation At first, he felt like he was in over his head, but he proved to himself that he could get through it by asking for help when needed. Gary believes that difficult projects teach lessons and provide experience that will benefit future projects.
A leader in his field, Chad Danos approaches each challenge with conviction inspired by his South Louisiana heritage and work ethic. Chad possesses an intimate awareness of the rich cultural differences and shared values throughout the state. He leverages this perspective to provide clients with successful and regionally appropriate designs. Chad brings a range of skills to the DDG portfolio, specifically in the areas of planning, designing, and implementing outdoor environments. This expertise adds significant value to our clients’ projects. Combining nearly three decades of project and leadership experience with his passion for functional, yet sustainable design, Chad designs projects that make sense for the community.
Favorite Project: Chad’s favorite DDG project is Moncus Park in Lafayette, LA, because it is a leading example of a transformative project that impacts a community meaningfully. The results of our team’s efforts have developed a remarkable space that engages the community; a playground, splash pad, and treehouse that embraces the Acadiana heritage, a commemorative area that honors the Veterans it memorializes, and an Amphitheater that celebrates heritage. Seeing how the community utilizes something he had a hand in creating motivates him to continue creating parks and public spaces for other communities.
Corey is a Principal at DDG and leads the firm’s Architecture team in the Baton Rouge branch office. In this leadership role, Corey oversees architectural operations for the branch, ensuring design excellence and project delivery across diverse market sectors. He fosters collaboration and mentors team members to strengthen the firm’s capabilities. Corey is involved in guiding projects from concept through completion, balancing client objectives with innovative design solutions. His leadership has been instrumental in maintaining DDG’s reputation for quality and client satisfaction in the Baton Rouge region.
He has over 25 years of experience working across the Gulf Coast. Corey began his career as an intern with DDG, gaining early experience managing multiple retail projects across 21 states. This exposure developed his in-depth understanding of building codes across various jurisdictions in the fast-paced world of retail design and construction management. Since gaining his license in 2007, Corey has broadened his experience managing a wide variety of projects across all DDG’s market sectors. He has proudly served notable clients such as Shell, Motiva Enterprises, K+B Industries, InterMoor, CETCO Energy Services, Spectra Properties, REG, and Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government. For over 20 years, he has been committed to ensuring client satisfaction while providing quality architectural services from start to finish.
Favorite Project: Corey’s favorite DDG project is the Shell Wellness Center. He enjoyed the opportunity to work with great people to solve a unique design problem with a creative building program and design.
Stephanie serves as Principal at DDG, leading the Funding Advisory and Transportation Practices. She has experience with all aspects of management, engineering design, and planning and for both public and private clients, including transportation planning, grant applications and funding, environmental documentation, design, traffic modeling and analysis, permitting, drainage analysis, public/stakeholder outreach, and coordination of design teams. She leads teams that will analyze, develop and implement functional solutions to increase the safety and efficiency of transportation systems, as well as assisting clients in maximizing funding from numerous new and/or established funding programs.
Jackie serves as the head of DDG’s People & Development team, playing a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s culture and driving its people-centered initiatives. She partners closely with senior leadership to craft and execute DDG’s comprehensive People Strategy—encompassing talent acquisition, performance management, employee engagement, and both personal and professional development. Jackie and her team focus on creating an inclusive work environment where individuals feel empowered to grow, contribute meaningfully, and reach their full potential.
Her team champions forward-thinking approaches, creating systems and experiences that promote equity, belonging, and innovation at every stage of the employee journey. Through strategic collaboration and a deep understanding of organizational needs, Jackie ensures that DDG’s people practices not only attract top talent but also nurture long-term success and well-being across the company.
Favorite Project: Jackie’s favorite project to work on was the DDG Rebrand. She believes the new brand reflects our exciting path forward while paying tribute to the foundation built over the past two decades. It truly captures our story of growth, unparalleled expertise, and innovation.
Favorite Project: Mark has found great fulfillment in working on two particular projects throughout his career. While serving as a CAD Designer, he played an important role for the development of Canal Boulevard. As an IT Director, Mark spearheaded the Server Replication Implementation project, showcasing his leadership and technical skills in ensuring seamless synchronization among servers. These projects hold a special place in Mark’s professional journey, reflecting his dedication and passion for excellence in both design and technology.
During his years with DDG, Paul has primarily worked on roadwork and infrastructure projects as well as being a Client Champion for many of DDG’s Industrial Clients. He started with DDG as a CAD Drafter and quickly showed the fortitude and ability to grow. He now serves the role of Senior Designer and Associate. Paul’s technical experience is not only in the realm of grading and drainage but also utility design. Paul has a great rapport with permitting agencies and utility providers. This is essential to successful planning and time management skills and making sure the projects are delivered on time within estimated budgets.
Favorite Project – Out of all the projects Paul has been involved with throughout his career, his favorite project is The Chapel at First Baptist Church located in Covington, LA. This project was a design-build project partnered with Kent Design Build. What made the project special for Paul was the openness and acceptance for group collaboration from all disciplines of design and the “out of the box” design approach to encompass site challenges. Examples of this include: designing two buildings at different finish floors, water fountains, a courtyard around an existing 42” Live Oak, dual use of an open pond, sub-surface storage, and concealing the required utilities from public view. At the end of the project, Paul felt as though each challenging detail was given exceptional attention during design, which continued into and throughout construction.
Mike is an Associate and Senior Project Manager for Team DDG. He joined our firm in 2007 and has 30+ years of experience in the Gulf South. He has provided high quality architectural designs and construction services for a wide variety of clients across a broad range of market sectors and continues to manage a diverse portfolio of projects with varying complexities. Mikes continued commitment to understanding and meeting client needs, along with a logical and responsible approach to all projects, embodies DDG’s core values.
Favorite Project – Mike’s favorite DDG project is United Community Bank (UCB) in Thibodaux for several reasons. Generally, architects want their projects to be seen, and none is more visible than UCB on Canal Blvd. Local clients, local design team, and local contractors are all reasons why UCB is truly a cornerstone project, not only for DDG, but for our community. Mike passes this project daily during his commute to work and stops for coffee at the PJ’s Coffee inside UCB. The site was certainly a challenge. The site access, circulation, coffee drive-thru, bank drive-up, Entergy poles, Canal Blvd, Bayou Lafourche, and new bank/coffee house concept were all challenging aspects that needed to be considered in this design. To Mike, everything had to be perfect, and he believes Team DDG pulled it off!
Elizabeth oversees Civil Engineering team in Covington. Before joining DDG full time, she interned with DDG for three summers. Through the internship, she assisted with multiple projects across Louisiana. Within her first year of working full time, she was fully submersed in design and permitting of a 1,200+ acre single-family residential subdivision. Her initial role was assisting project managers with projects. Shortly after, her experience and skill enabled her to transition into leading, designing, and managing projects. She coordinated with contractors, sub-consultants, utility expansions, permits, the civil design team, and managed the accelerated schedule required by the client. In her career, the majority of projects that she has designed, managed, and assisted have been private sector projects in Louisiana. Additionally, Elizabeth was part of the 2021 ACEC Emerging Leaders class and is a member of the St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce’s Northshore Young Professionals group.
Favorite Project: Alexandria Power Center Drainage Improvements is Elizabeth’s favorite project because it was the first project she was able to design. This project was important to her career because it taught her lessons and skills that are still used today. This project allowed her to see how her design directly impacted and improved a client’s shopping center and retain their tenants.
Blaise serves as a Senior Project Manager and Associate for the Architecture Team. He earned his Louisiana State Architectural License in 2004 and joined DDG in 2006 with 7 years of prior industry experience. Since that time, he has worked on a wide array of projects from many different market sectors. Some of these include primary, secondary and postsecondary education, private businesses, industrial sector work, ecclesiastical, and municipal projects. This history has provided a wealth of experience in navigating all aspects of the design process with a concentration on the technical aspects of construction and code compliance, which he shares with the younger members of the Team through his mentorship.
Favorite Project – Blaise’s most memorable DDG project would be the Assumption Parish Community Center in Napoleonville, Louisiana. The main challenge of the project was developing a design that served the community in a variety of ways. The building and site needed to be versatile enough to provide for recreational use, high school athletics and ceremonies, as well as both large and small community and private events. The Parish Government was a pleasure to work with throughout the process and the result was a building that became a focal point for the community. Thanks to a shared vision and the partnership between the Parish and the design team, we were able to develop a multi-functional design that aesthetically reflects the local culture. Consequently, there is a great amount of satisfaction when you pass by the facility on any given day and see it being used and cared for.
Candace currently serves as DDG’s Project Accounting Manager + Associate. Candace is a key player in the entire project cycle. Her role involves the seamless setup of contracts, project entries, and collections management. To ensure the timely execution of tasks, Candace attentively monitors the progression of each contract, providing valuable assistance with day-to-day contract and project needs. Working closely with team members and clients, she ensures the prompt processing of payments, while prioritizing client needs and satisfaction.
Chris’s journey with DDG began in 2018 as an intern, and it was clear from the start that he brought talent, drive, and a strong commitment to excellence. After graduating from LSU in 2019, he joined the team full-time as an Assistant Project Manager, quickly making an impact through his hard work and thoughtful approach. By 2021, Chris stepped into the role of Project Manager, taking on greater responsibility and strengthening relationships with both clients and project teams. He started with work in civil site development, water resources, H&H modeling, and eventually focused on the large-scale public drainage and marsh restoration work across the Gulf Coast, or what is commonly referred to as Coastal Engineering.
Chris’s leadership continued to shine, and in 2024 he advanced to Coastal Engineering Lead, overseeing the team, guiding projects, and further shaping the strong and successful future of this growing service line. Chris continues to focus his attention on the Coastal and energy sector projects, as well as state agency assistance with Office of Louisiana Highway Construction (OLHC) through public outreach and permitting efforts.
Favorite Project: Chris’s favorite project is the Lake Borgne Marsh Creation. It played a vital role in his career for over 5 years; Chris enjoyed working for CPRA on the project from preliminary design and data collection through to the end of construction.
Brandon joined the Thibodaux office in 2022 as an Assistant Project Manager, moved up to Project Manager in just two years, and now leads DDG’s Houston Civil Engineering team. With more than nine years of experience, he has worked across a wide mix of public and private projects, including large industrial developments, roadway improvements, retail and commercial sites, educational facilities, sports and recreation facilities, and major warehouse projects. This combination of professional growth and broad project exposure positions him as a versatile leader who brings both strategic insight and hands‑on knowledge to every situation.
Favorite Project: Brandon’s favorite project is the Air Products Louisiana Clean Energy Project, which marked his first major step into large‑scale industrial work and became a defining part of his career. What began with him taking notes in early meetings quickly grew into a role embedded within the AP office, eventually leading the project and serving as a trusted client champion. The project touches nearly every corner of civil engineering, from multi‑agency permitting and H&H analysis to roadway design, heavy‑haul bridge work, and more than ten separate civil design packages. Four years in, the project is still going strong, and Brandon remains grateful for the strong client relationship and the invaluable experience it has given him.