Spencer Williams

Experience

1. Vice President Building Flow Operations Northeast

   Lerch Bates Inc.

   Jul 2025 — Present · Columbus, OH, US

   Provide leadership for the Northeast with a focus on supporting our high‑performing teams, advancing client partnerships, and driving innovation. In alignment with Lerch Bates’ core values, I steward performance across quality, delivery, and financial outcomes while strengthening our culture of integrity, ownership, optimism, respect, and community.Client Stewardship & Market Development — Serve as a leadership sponsor for key clients; engage directly to develop strategies and ensure measurable outcomes across design, modernization, and operational engagements.Innovation & Digital Enablement — Guide the development and adoption of practical technology and process improvements that streamline delivery, enhance transparency, and raise satisfaction for both employee‑owners and clients.Operational Governance — Oversee forecasting, budgeting, and resource planning; monitor regional performance against objectives; and drive continuous improvement in quality, productivity, and risk management.Ownership Culture & Communication — Model and reinforce the responsibilities and benefits of a 100% ESOP, connecting day‑to‑day decisions to long‑term value creation for all employee‑owners.Talent Strategy & Professional Development — Partner with local operational leaders on workforce planning, hiring, and leadership development. Deliver technical onboarding for new consultants and Employee‑Owner orientation, ensuring a consistent foundation in standards, methods, and culture.Professional FocusLeadership • Client Relations • Talent Development • Technical Consulting • Innovation & Change • Operational Excellence • ESOP Culture

Education

• The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business

  B.S., Finance, Accounting

  1999 — 2004