Amplify Podcast Episode 21: Stories from the Field: Phillip de Klerk - Leadership, Innovation, & Growth
In this episode of SAM Amplify, Phillip de Klerk, Project Manager in SAM’s Chicago office, shares his path from fieldwork to project leadership and drone operations.
SAM Announces New Executive Leadership Appointments
SAM is proud to announce the promotions of Brett Smith, Greg McKnight, and Dan Pollock to new executive leadership roles, strengthening the company’s leadership team as it continues to position the business for long-term growth and success.
SAM Partners with New Mountain Capital & Dr. Hisham Mahmoud
A strategic partnership for the next stage of growth
SAM Announces 2026 Sam G. Hanna Honorary Scholarship Recipient
SAM has awarded the scholarship to Gabrielle “Gabbi” Wagner in support of her aerospace engineering studies.
Lead What’s Next in GIS
Join SAM in Denver as a GIS Senior Project Manager and help shape the future of geospatial solutions across the Mountain Region.
Celebrating Becky Schneider’s MAPPS Appointment
Becky Schneider has been selected to serve as the MAPPS Liaison to USGS for a four-year term.
SAM to Exhibit at 2026 GAWP Annual Conference
Visit us at Booth #19 in Savannah, GA
July 12–15.
Donaldson, Garrett & Associates, Inc. Has Joined SAM
SAM has acquired Donaldson, Garrett & Associates, Inc. (“DG&A”), a Georgia-based land surveying firm serving commercial, utilities, and local government clients.
SAM Ranks No. 92 on ENR’s 2026 Top 500 Design Firms List
This recognition marks our 14th consecutive year on the list and reflects the expertise, hard work, and commitment our teams bring every day, along with the trust our clients and partners continue to place in us.
SAM Delivers CIM-Based Network Model Management for Ameren
A single, trusted model for the modern grid.
SAM Named a 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplace
Employee feedback-based recognition highlights the strength of SAM’s culture across the company
SAM’s Columbus Office Named a 2026 Top Workplace by Columbus CEO
Recognition reflects a strong workplace culture shaped by employee feedback