Leadership Journeys and Industry Insights: Our Annual Conversation with the Past and Current ACEC Presidents


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Feb 08 2025 58 mins  

The QBS Express was joined by ACEC KS President Agnes Otto and Past President Cameron McGown. Take a listen as we look back at 2024 and look ahead to 2025. It’s not only a great review of ACEC Kansas activity, but also a chance to learn much more about our fearless leaders as they share their experiences and some nuggets of wisdom!


We will take a deeper look at their unique career journeys, the value of being involved with ACEC, and how the organization benefits its members. From discussing legislative wins and the importance of qualifications-based selection (QBS) to the rewards of participating in the Emerging Leaders Program, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Don't miss out on their personal stories, professional experiences, and a bit of fun. Tune in to learn more about what makes ACEC Kansas a vital organization for engineering professionals.


00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

01:19 Agnes Otto's Career Journey

05:29 Cameron McGown's Career Journey

07:37 Legislative Review and Water Issues

12:58 Partnerships and Collaborations

23:49 Qualifications Based Selection (QBS)

27:41 Emerging Leaders Program

29:56 The Power of Partnerships in ELP

30:41 A Heartwarming ELP Success Story

31:44 Personal Journeys to ACEC Board

32:41 The Value of ACEC Board Membership

35:35 Benefits of ACEC for Companies

41:06 ACEC National's Impact and Initiatives

47:11 Looking Ahead: Challenges and Opportunities

50:34 Personal Reflections and Fun Questions


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