Peckman Search Partners

Hello again, my friends. As you may recall, I recently poked my summer-sunbaked head back into the executive world to let you know about a fantastic regional company – the Tacoma-based construction firm Tucci & Sons.

On that occasion, Tucci was seeking a new president. Now I have another terrific opening of theirs to share with you – this time, for the position of senior heavy civil estimator.

More details and application here: https://peckmansearchpartners.com/jobs/estimator-s/

With one foot in the entrepreneurial world and the other now stepping into civic engagement (a kinder term for politics, which seems to have become a four-letter word these days!), I want to take a moment to recognize the incredible people who have shaped my career and helped mold me into the person I am today. To those who have mentored me, lifted me up, collaborated with me, and challenged me to elevate PSP and set us apart from other firms—thank you. Your guidance, encouragement, and occasional "slap upside the head" when I’ve gotten ahead of myself have been invaluable. You’ve always taken my calls, offered me opportunities I didn’t always deserve, and given me the confidence to keep pushing forward. I am forever grateful, thankful, and in your debt.

As I transition into board roles, public service, and civic engagement, I can’t help but reflect on the last three decades and the people who have played such a critical role in my journey. I wouldn’t be where I am today without you. To my teams over the years—thank you. And a special shoutout to the “messy buns, get sh*t done” crew— , Brenda Nash, Plethora Creative —you know who you are. Your grit and determination have been an inspiration.

There’s one person in particular who profoundly changed my perspective on the power of words and communication. Mark Ribbing, CEO of Nascent Wave, has been a guiding force in my life for over 15 years. He taught me to throw out the playbook and carve our own path, to challenge the status quo, and to ask, “What if we did it completely differently?” Mark recently joked that AI might replace him someday. Let me be clear: that’s absolute nonsense. AI can’t replace a brilliant communicator, a true wordsmith, or an innovative thinker—no matter what anyone says. Mark, I am forever in your debt. To any CEOs, marketing professionals, or anyone who communicates for a living (which, let’s face it, is all of us), don’t make the mistake of thinking AI can replace critical thinking and creative writing. If you want to transform your company and elevate your communication strategy, reach out to Nascent Wave and hold on tight. They’ll take you places you never imagined.

As I step away from this chapter, I’m thrilled to see the next generation stepping up and owning their roles. Kasi, Michelle, Carrie—you are sharp, professional, and always on your game. You don’t ghost; you deliver. Listen to them as you’ve listened to me over the past 30 years. The teams we’ve built, the talent we’ve hired—it fills me with pride as I embark on this new adventure.
Thank you all for being part of my journey. Here’s to the next chapter—let’s make it count.

, Big Wave Recruiting, Kristy Gibson, Clayton Wood, Matt Scheuing, John Nye, Stacy Cheuvront, Marty Dugan, Dwight Littefield, Shane Klingstein, Peter Hoedmaker, Christy Miller