ESP Associates Names Dave Dickey as Chief Executive Officer

ESP Associates, Inc. has announced the appointment of Dave Dickey as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). With over 35 years of experience in the AEC community, Dickey brings a wealth of expertise to ESP. As a certified planner with a background in engineering and geology, he has a proven track record of developing vision and advancing growth strategy.

Dickey's tenure begins immediately as part of a strategic succession plan initiated in 2017 when ESP partnered with Strength Capital Partners, LLC. He takes over from ESP's longtime President, Joe Hendrick, who led the organization for nearly 25 years.

Hendrick expressed his gratitude for his time at ESP and his confidence in Dickey's leadership abilities. He believes that under Dickey's direction, ESP will continue to grow and provide opportunities for team members.

Dickey himself is excited to lead ESP, acknowledging the company's rich history of excellence across various service lines and market sectors. He plans to work closely with Hendrick and the Board of Directors to develop organic and inorganic strategic initiatives that reinforce the company's commitment to client relationships, core values, and measured growth.

Strength Capital Partners, the private equity firm that partnered with ESP, also expressed its excitement about Dickey's appointment. They believe his management experience and strategic capabilities make him an ideal choice for CEO. They also extended their gratitude to Hendrick for his dedication and leadership.

ESP Associates, Inc., founded in 1986, is a multidisciplinary engineering design and infrastructure consulting firm. They offer a wide range of services, including civil engineering, surveying and mapping, planning and landscape architecture, and construction engineering inspection. With over 750 employees in 35 offices across the U.S., ESP is well-equipped to tackle the complex challenges of today's rapidly changing environment.

Strength Capital Partners, founded in 2000, is a private equity firm that invests in lower-middle-market businesses throughout the United States. They focus on industries such as manufacturing, distribution, infrastructure, and industrial services. Their core strategy is "Industrial Consolidation," which involves growing and diversifying their platform companies through strategic acquisitions and organic growth.

Under Dickey's leadership, ESP and Strength Capital Partners aim to build a broadly diversified, market-leading infrastructure growth platform that delivers lasting value for employees, clients, and shareholders.

In conclusion, ESP Associates has named Dave Dickey as its new CEO, bringing his extensive experience and strategic capabilities to the company. With a focus on growth and client relationships, ESP aims to continue its legacy of excellence in engineering design and infrastructure consulting.