As an Ajera Outsourced Accounting Services Accountant, Amy works with project-based firms across the country; providing financial expertise and AE industry insight. Having spent time in architecture firms herself, Amy brings a unique understanding of the inner workings of an AE firm to her role.
Teri joins our team having 16 years of government-industry audit experience. She is a former Supervisory Auditor for the Defense Contract Audit Agency, who audited cost allowability, allocability, reasonableness, and compliance. She is an expert in Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS). In addition to her extensive experience in performing a variety of audits on major and non-major contractors, she also worked as a Forensic Accountant/Federal Auditing Agent for DCAA’s Office of Investigative Support Division, investigating and testifying as an expert witness in civil and criminal cases for DCIS, Army CID and, NCIS.
Hobson has represented many buyers and sellers across the AEC industry for over 15 years as an advisor. His experience includes several deals spanning a variety of markets and geographies involving private firms, publicly traded firms, and private equity firms in North America, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East. He excels at solving complex issues to help clients achieve their growth goals.
As a Consultant in our Strategic Growth Advisory group, Jennifer’s architecture, engineering, and construction industry background is a true asset to our clients, helping firms improve business practices and drive leadership and ownership transitions. She has over 10 years of experience in construction, engineering, and project management. Her responsibilities have ranged from being an owners PM at a Fortune 500 Company to leading Strategy and Growth for a small skilled trades contractor.
Her passion for the AEC industry is built on a strong appreciation for the amazing work and community impact these individuals contribute day in and day out. Jennifer leverages her diverse background and MBA to help firms build collaborative cultures to drive success.
Karen has more than 20 years of in-depth experience in the Deltek CRM and Proposals systems. Her experience working for an ENR Top 500 architecture/engineering firm provided her with insider knowledge of the industry and hands-on front line of Deltek products. Her areas of specialization include Deltek Vision and Vantagepoint CRM/Marketing software implementation and training.
Julie, a Certified Ajera Consultant, possesses a dynamic array of skills. Her collaborative approach, driven by an unwavering commitment to client success, consistently leads to remarkable outcomes and enhanced project profitability. Beyond her generalist proficiency, she leads a Cincinnati Ajera User Group and actively engages with AUA, showcasing her commitment to the field.
Lucas has many years of M&A advisory experience including lead roles in guiding transactions from engagement to closing, ensuring desirable outcomes for business owners and strategic investors. Prior to joining Stambaugh Ness, Lucas completed multiple pandemic-era deals and was known for his ability to successfully match buyers and sellers in niche or highly specialized industries.
