"I came for a job. I stayed for the culture of camaraderie, friendship and trust, including the decades-old tradition of taking fall canoe trips to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA). Since 1991, I’ve had the privilege of being a keeper of the tradition. The trips let us connect with coworkers on a unique, personal level while enjoying one of Minnesota’s jewels. The culture that inspires this tradition also inspires our professional relationships with clients, contractors and consultants."