<\/span><\/p>\nTroy Smith, a Project Manager I on our I-405 project in Seattle, chose to pursue a Doctorate of Business Administration, specializing in finance, at Liberty University to deepen his understanding of corporate management. This decision aligned with his career aspirations<\/span> to<\/span> transition from fieldwork to office work, where he could focus more on business strategy. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\nTroy had a diverse background before joining Flatiron. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\nHe completed basic military training in the U.S. Air Force, two associate degrees, a bachelor’s degree and a master’s in business administration. He also worked in various construction roles, from Heavy Equipment Operator, Asphalt Paving Superintendent, Field Engineer to, now, Project Manager. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\nHis doctoral program improved his managerial and communication skills, as well as his ability to make more ethical and unbiased decisions as a Project Manager. These skills help him to build strong relationships with his team and clients and to deliver on our strategic business strategy.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\nTroy also had some remarkable experiences as part of his doctoral program. He was selected to join the Walt Disney World Company Leadership & Innovation Team and spent a week in Orlando, Fla. He also is a member of the National Society of Academic Excellence.<\/span><\/p>\nAt Flatiron, we’re not just transforming infrastructure, we\u2019re transforming careers.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
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