IN THIS EPISODE...

Carrie Stokes, CEO and President of Barge Design Solutions, discusses her journey from intern to CEO, emphasizing the importance of advocating for oneself, continuous learning, and strategic decision-making. She highlights Barge's new five-year strategic plan and the need for innovation, particularly in cybersecurity and work processes. Carrie also shares her experience of balancing work and education as she obtained a master's degree while working full-time.

Barge Design Solutions is a professional design services firm headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. They offer a wide range of services, including architecture, various types of engineering, planning, surveying, and environmental science. Their team covers the full scope of disciplines needed for a design project, working with federal, state, and local governments as well as private industry clients. Barge is employee-owned, with 80% of employees opting for ownership, which helps align and motivate the team.

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WHAT TO LISTEN FOR:

1. Carrie’s journey from intern to CEO and President.

2. Barge’s employee-owned structure, range of services, and 70th anniversary.

3. Value of saying “yes” to new opportunities and continuous learning.

4. Challenges and strategies for women in male-dominated industries.

5. Leadership development and succession planning at Barge.

6. Strategic decision-making and adapting to industry changes.

7. Approaches to fostering innovation and company growth.

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FEATURED TIMESTAMPS:

[02:29] Carrie’s personal life and family.

[05:07] Overview of Barge’s services, employee ownership, and company history.

[09:09] Carrie’s career progression and preparation for CEO role.

[14:46] Signature Segment: Carrie’s entry into the LATTOYG Playbook: Saying “yes” to new opportunities and continuous learning.

[18:43] Guidance for women in male-dominated industries.

[25:03] Strategic planning and adapting to industry changes.

[28:13] Signature Segment: Carrie’s LATTOYG Tactic of Choice: Leading with Strategic Decision-Making

[30:02] Where to find more information about Barge and Carrie.

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