GBA Podcast
Welcome to the GBA Podcast, where we present information and expertise from geoprofessionals around the globe to provide you with wisdom and insight to help in your pursuit of knowledge. GBA was founded over 50 years ago to serve geotechnical, environmental, and other geoprofessionals by giving them proven tools to achieve business success by confronting risk and optimizing performance.
Episodes
June 18, 2025 • 34 mins
GeoHeroes - Jesse Kropelnicki
About This Episode
In this episode Guy Marcozzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-marcozzi-b12744a/) interviews Jesse Kropelnicki (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kropelnicki/), PE, about his remarkable journey from humble beginnings to leading a 1,900-person engineering firm. After starting in civil engineering, he built a successful triathlon coaching business, working with 30+ professional IRONMAN champi...
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June 9, 2025 • 16 mins
A Look Into the Crystal Ball Workshop
The geoprofessional industry is at a crossroads. With a shrinking workforce, increasing retirements, and fewer students entering geoscience and engineering fields, firms are struggling to meet rising service demands. At the same time, automation and artificial intelligence (AI) are transforming industries worldwide, presenting a generational opportunity for geoprofessionals to increase efficie...
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June 4, 2025 • 38 mins
GeoHeroes - Rick Heckel
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In this episode Guy Marcozzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-marcozzi-b12744a/) interviews Rick Heckel (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-heckel-37ab5a31b/), PE, D.GE, Chief Engineer at TTL, Inc. (https://www.ttlusa.com/) who shares his remarkable 40+ year journey. Rick "stumbled" into geotechnical engineering, building his career through persistence rather than natural talent, and navigat...
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June 1, 2025 • 5 mins
Summary
On the first of each month, GBA Executive Director Joel Carson provides an inside look at the latest GBA member resources, events, and news. These short and information-packed videos will make you and your firm smarter, stronger, and more successful!
Links to resources referenced in this video:
GBA Membership Information (https://www.geoprofessional.org/membership/)
GBA President’s Letter to Membership (https://www.geoprofe...
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May 21, 2025 • 55 mins
GeoHeroes - David Lourie
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In this episode Guy Marcozzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-marcozzi-b12744a/) interviews David Lourie (https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-lourie-pe-dge/), PE, D.GE, F.GBA , CEO of Lourie Consultants (https://www.lourieconsultants.com/) where he discusses his journey in the geoprofession. Early interests in building and the space program led him to engineering. An ankle injury shifted hi...
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May 7, 2025 • 48 mins
GeoHeroes - Saiid Behboodi
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In this episode Guy Marcozzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-marcozzi-b12744a/) interviews Saiid Behboodi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saiid-behboodi-p-e-g-e-583541b/), PE, GE, F.GBA, Principal / Geotechnical Engineer at PBS Engineering and Environmental (https://www.pbsusa.com/) an Apex Company (https://apexcos.com/). Saiid's path was shaped by his cultural background and personal jo...
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May 1, 2025 • 4 mins
Summary
On the first of each month, GBA Executive Director Joel Carson provides an inside look at the latest GBA member resources, events, and news. These short and information-packed videos will make you and your firm smarter, stronger, and more successful!
Links to resources referenced in this video:
2025 Annual Conference Recap Video (https://www.linkedin.com/posts/geoprofessional-business-association_geoprofessionals-guardianso...
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April 23, 2025 • 44 mins
GeoHeroes - Laura Register
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In this episode Guy Marcozzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-marcozzi-b12744a/) interviews Laura Register (https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurareinbold//), P.E., F.GBA, the National Director for Strategic Business Sectors at Terracon (https://www.terracon.com/). Laura shares insights into her professional journey, starting with her childhood and early influences, including her father's e...
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April 16, 2025 • 17 mins
GBA Case History Series – Case History #55 - Clients looking for the lowest cost have high expectations!
Summary
An auto parts manufacturer hires a GBA member-firm to develop remediation recommendations for the contaminated area where underground storage tanks leaked. The client did not accept the recommendations of the consultant and pressed for a quicker alternative. When the contaminant was discovered in a larger area, the clien...
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April 9, 2025 • 48 mins
GeoHeroes - Vic Donald
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In this episode Guy Marcozzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-marcozzi-b12744a/) interviews Vic Donald Vic Donald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-donald-58a0b7b/), a seasoned geotechnical engineer with over 46 years of experience. Vic shares his journey from the Deep South to becoming an engineer with a passion for geotechnical innovation. He discusses his educational background at LSU,...
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April 2, 2025 • 24 mins
GBA Case History Series – Case History #50 - You can do the right thing, but it can still go wrong!
Summary
An environmental consultant performed a remedial investigation and feasibility study for a state water commission on a Superfund site. When the approval process and project start date gets delayed, the new project manager makes modifications on the proposals and procedures but fails to obtain proper approvals. To avoid a liti...
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March 26, 2025 • 50 mins
GeoHeroes - Carrie (Foulk) Rodriguez
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In this episode Guy Marcozzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-marcozzi-b12744a/) interviews Carrie (Foulk) Rodriguez (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-foulk-rodriguez-pe-ge-ab108533/), Geotechnical Group Leader at BSK Associates, who shares her inspiring journey from a youth spent moving around the U.S. to becoming a leading figure in the geotechnical industry. Carrie discus...
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March 12, 2025 • 37 mins
GeoHeroes - Jay Martin
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In this episode Guy Marcozzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-marcozzi-b12744a/) interviews Jay Martin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaymartin615/), retired Senior Vice President at WSP, to discuss his long and varied career in geotechnical engineering. Jay shares his personal background, moving from Louisville to Nashville, and his path through various roles and mentorships within the field...
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February 26, 2025 • 41 mins
GeoHeroes - Kent Bannister
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In this episode Guy Marcozzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-marcozzi-b12744a/) interviews Kent Bannister (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kent-bannister-846686121/) president and CEO of TREK Geotechnical. The discussion traces Bannister's life, starting with his childhood in Winnipeg and his early work experiences, such as his memorable stint at McDonald's and a job at the Royal Bank of C...
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February 12, 2025 • 39 mins
GeoHeroes - Teresa Peterson
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In this episode Guy Marcozzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-marcozzi-b12744a/) interviews Teresa Peterson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresapeterson//), a vice president at Gannett Fleming TranSystems (https://www.gannettfleming.com/) and incoming president of GBA. The conversation traces Peterson's career path, highlighting her academic journey at the University of Pennsylvania, he...
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January 29, 2025 • 54 mins
GeoHeroes - Kurt Fraese
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In this episode Guy Marcozzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-marcozzi-b12744a/) interviews Kurt Fraese (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurt-fraese-l-g-955a4a17/), exploring Fraese's career journey, from his childhood interests to his leadership roles at various firms, including his time as CEO of GeoEngineers. His experiences highlight the importance of adaptability, preparedness, and a long...
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January 15, 2025 • 36 mins
GeoHeroes - Stewart Osgood
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In this episode Guy Marcozzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-marcozzi-b12744a/) interviews Stewart Osgood (https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewart-osgood-2b161b16/), the former president and CEO of Dowl (https://www.dowl.com/). Osgood recounts his career journey, starting from his upbringing on a Vermont dairy farm to his unexpected path into engineering and his eventual leadership of a si...
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January 1, 2025 • 40 mins
GeoHeroes - Ed Alizadeh
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In this episode Guy Marcozzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-marcozzi-b12744a/) interviews Ed Alizadeh (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ed-alizadeh-p-e-892991/), a Director at UES and former CEO of Geotechnology, Inc. The conversation covers his career journey, from his upbringing with engineer parents to his leadership roles in prominent firms and the eventual sale of Geotechnology. Alizadeh...
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December 18, 2024 • 41 mins
GeoHeroes - Elizabeth Clarke
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In this episode Guy Marcozzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-marcozzi-b12744a/) interviews Elizabeth Clarke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-clarke-571198b/), CEO of Structures Group, who recounts her non-traditional career path. Starting with a childhood in a close-knit Italian-Portuguese family, she shares her varied early interests and experiences, including a stint on Star ...
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December 11, 2024 • 37 mins
GeoHeroes - Charlie Head
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In this episode Guy Marcozzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-marcozzi-b12744a/) interviews Charlie Head (https://www.linkedin.com/in/charliehead1/), a co-founder of the geo-environmental firm Sanborn Head & Associates. The conversation covers his career journey, including his educational background, professional experiences, and the challenges and rewards of building a successful company...
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