Warren barry with special guests dori Ross and luke norton

Better the Pond Pondcast – Sanborn Head Special Edition Episode Title: Engineering with Intention – The Culture Behind Sanborn Head What do geotechnical engineering, community involvement, and a touch of art have in common? In this special edition of the Better the Pond Pondcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with two incredible leaders from Sanborn Head and Associates – Luke Norton, Vice President and proud recipient of the James Pond Award, and Dori Ross, Senior Vice President and powerhouse of intentional leadership. From discussing travel tips (yes, we nerded out about Toronto!) to the deeper conversation around what it really takes to build an organization that feels like it cares, this episode dives into more than just engineering. Luke and Dori open up about the motivations behind their careers, the evolving role of leadership, and how they’re shaping a culture of trust, mentorship, and purpose at Sanborn Head. We explore everything from: The art-science fusion that fuels innovative thinking How intentionality shapes both parenting and project leadership What it means to really fly in formation as a team And why fostering a culture of gratitude and support is not just a feel-good strategy, but a high-performance one Whether you’re in engineering, leadership, or just a fan of real talk about work and life—you’re going to love this conversation. It’s filled with wisdom, humility, and a shared belief that when we support each other, we all fly farther. So grab your coffee, take flight with us, and hear how Sanborn Head is bettering the pond—one intentional ripple at a time.