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We’re excited to announce that Katelyn Schwing, P.E., has joined Trotter and Associates, Inc., and will work in TAI’s St. Charles, IL, office. Katelyn has more than eight years of experience in civil and structural engineering. She worked at Bechtel Corporation as a Senior Civil Structural Engineer, contributing to major international projects in the energy and industrial sectors. Her expertise includes structural analysis and the design of steel and concrete structures. Additionally, she is skilled in 3D modeling and in collaborating within multidisciplinary design teams. She holds a B.S. from Purdue University and an M.C.E. in Structural Engineering from North Carolina State University. Katelyn’s experience strengthens our team as TAI continues its steady growth.
Happy Holidays and Happy New Yea r from the Trotter Team.
The TAI team celebrated the holidays on December 12, with delicious food, great company, and plenty of festive cheer. In the background, our team quietly gave back: employee contributions, matched by the firm’s owners, will support three service organizations where TAI staff live and work, the Northern Illinois Food Bank, The Outreach House, and The Tree House Child and Family Center. A subtle reminder of the big-hearted culture that makes TAI special. Wishing everyone a joyful holiday season and a bright year ahead!!
The unveiling of the new Santa Cottage during St. Charles’ Holiday Homecoming was a highlight of the season. Trotter and Associates, Inc. is grateful to support this project and continue a tradition that brings joy to families throughout our community. On December 3rd, TAI staff and their families enjoyed a special evening inside the new cottage with Santa. The space felt especially warm—Santa made sure to point out his fireplace—setting the tone for a night of hot chocolate, photos, and shared moments. We’re proud to have called St. Charles home since 1999 and to contribute to experiences that strengthen our community.
It is the Season of Giving, and TAI is proud to begin the season by supporting the 18th Annual Feed My Starving Children MobilePack Event at The Suter Company in Sycamore, Illinois. Over several days, local organizations came together to pack over 1.3 million meals, providing nourishment for 3,562 children for a whole year. The TAI Team consisted of Steve Cieslica, Nico Beltran, Jessy Stouffer, Reed Stracener, Grant Hattendorf, Leah Fields, Allison Nguyen, Jillian Kiss, Dave Bronars, Irena Hix, and Mark Dupree. TAI staff members have volunteered for and supported Feed My Starving Children for many years, and our team is excited to participate in next year’s MobilePack Event, scheduled for November 12-15, 2026. This event is one of the longest-running MobilePack initiatives in the United States, and we encourage everyone in our network to mark their calendars and join us in making a meaningful difference. A big thank you to our TAI team for dedicating their time to support this important cause!