A Look Into Our History

For 125 years, we’ve built a legacy of trust, innovation, and excellence. From the beginning, our firm has prioritized sustainability and resilience, with founder Daniel W. Mead’s pioneering work in hydropower sparking our journey into renewable energy. Since 1900, Mead & Hunt has expanded from its Midwest roots into a national, full-service architectural, engineering, planning, and construction firm. Today, we provide services nationwide and employ over 1,400 people. 

Our commitment to collaborating with project partners and building resilient communities remains at the heart of what we do. As we celebrate this momentous achievement, we are grateful for the trust and partnerships that have shaped our legacy. We are inspired to continue developing innovative solutions for a brighter, more sustainable future. 

Our Milestones
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Quotations
Honesty and integrity lead to dependability. No amount of knowledge or work can take the place of these attributes.
Daniel W. Mead
Founder

Our Stories

Stories give meaning to history, purpose to projects, and substance to people. Explore our unique history, innovative projects, and remarkable people who have contributed to our success. 

Reflections on Leadership & Legacy:

An Interview with Amy Squitieri 

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Engineering Camp McCoy: The Triangle That Trained an Army

Mead & Hunt created military history with Camp McCoy's iconic triangular layout, which housed and trained America's World War II heroes.
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Innovation: Our 125-Year Journey and What Lies Ahead

Mead & Hunt’s 125-year innovation journey blends tradition with progress, fostering creativity, collaboration, and forward-thinking ingenuity.
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Kathy Schumann, Marilen Driscoll, and Kari Rahn sit together, smiling in the office

Three Women, One Shared Journey

Three remarkable women reveal the secret ingredient to success: adaptability. Their journeys show how growth and connection shape lasting careers.
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Brewing and Beyond: Mead & Hunt’s 118-Year Legacy in Food & Beverage

From our first beverage project in 1907 to today's team, we have been in the food & beverage industry for over a century.
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125 Years of Providing Safe, Clean Water to Communities

Celebrating 125 years of clean water solutions: Mead & Hunt partners with DeLand on an $80M wastewater treatment upgrade to protect Florida's vital water resources.
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Career to Classroom: A Legacy of Teaching Since 1904

Daniel Mead built our firm while teaching at UW-Madison, creating a legacy of mentorship that we continue today, inspiring future AEC leaders.
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Quotations
Our success and 125-year legacy come from embracing change with courage and innovation, always looking to create a brighter, more sustainable future.
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Andy Platz
CEO / Chair

Make History With Us

We invite you to help shape our story as we continue evolving.

Through employee ownership, our people share in our collective success. Join our team and become part of a legacy built on collaboration, innovation, and impact. 

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