Architecture, design, and engineering firm hires new President and CEO

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Oct 23

Multi-disciplinary design firm Progressive Companies has appointed Meredith Bronk as its new President and CEO. Bronk most recently serving as the Head of Portfolio Operations at a prominent private equity firm. In this role, she managed a portfolio of companies, overseeing operations and guiding them through expansion and innovation. Bronk previously led Grand Rapids-based Open Systems Technologies, Inc. (now Vervint), where she served for 25 years in roles as COO and CEO.

“I am thrilled to be back in West Michigan and to have the opportunity to lead an organization like Progressive Companies, which has such a strong foundation and a clear vision for the future,” said Bronk. “My experience in driving transformational growth has given me the tools to help the firm expand while staying true to its core values of connecting people, places and communities through diverse spaces. I look forward to working with the team and our clients as we enter this exciting new phase of growth.”

Bronk succeeds longtime leader Bradley Thomas, who has served as President and CEO of Progressive Companies for the past 20 years. Thomas will transition to a focus on working closely with clients on key initiatives. Under Thomas’ leadership, Progressive Companies has evolved into a nationally recognized design firm known for its commitment to innovative solutions and client service. As a long-tenured leader, Thomas retains significant ownership in the employee-owned firm and will continue serving as a Principal and on its Board of Directors.

“I am confident that Meredith is the right leader to guide Progressive Companies through its next evolution,” said Thomas. “Her track record of successfully growing businesses will ensure that the firm continues to thrive, while I look forward to focusing my time on working more directly with our valued clients.”