Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. (SSR), a leader among engineering firms in designing, consulting, and commissioning projects, is pleased to announce that Jodi Fernandez, EDAC, has joined the firm as a Regional Business Development Manager in the Houston office. She will be responsible for strategically pursuing new clients and growing healthcare market share with existing clients for all services in Texas. 

 “We are very excited to have Jodi join us,” said Kevin Wolfford, Senior Principal. “As the current President of the Texas chapter for Women in Healthcare, Jodi has considerable knowledge of the industry and relationships within the markets where we have the most focus. She is a very strategic thinker along with a process-oriented mindset. These strengths will contribute to achieving the desired growth we envision for Texas and the surrounding region.” 

Jodi brings nearly a decade of project management and business development experience in the healthcare design industry, with deep relationships in the healthcare market. As Regional Business Development Manager, Jodi will help maintain and expand market presence for SSR through coordinating consistent connection with market contacts and key client relationships. She will work with all internal business units with their development and implementation of business development and growth strategies and goals.  

“I am thrilled to join SSR,” stated Jodi. “The culture of support and focus on growth is exactly where I want to be for the next phase of my career. I appreciate the opportunity to expand our presence in healthcare and other dynamic markets while growing our exceptional client base alongside the entire SSR team.” 

Jodi graduated from the University of Texas with a degree in art history. She is an active member of Women in Healthcare, currently serving as the Texas chapter president.