“At other firms, I didn’t always feel safe or comfortable sharing my lived experience. I felt that I had to adopt a fake persona to be seen and heard. So I made myself a promise: I was going to find a company where I could bring my complete self to work. As a new hire at Toole Design, I was nervous because I had never come out at work as being part of the queer community. Luckily for me, another person did their intro presentation before me and also came out as queer. I was so relieved! Everyone was so welcoming. I knew I had a safe community in our office and across the company. Contributing our ideas, expertise, and lived experience (as much as we are comfortable doing so) requires a level of vulnerability and bravery. The simple act of sharing can help others feel safe to do the same.” — Alex DuVall, PE, RSP1, Project Planner II, Seattle #PrideMonth
And what wonderful work you do Alex! Great achievement on the WTS Glass Ceiling report.
Technical Co-Founder, The Street Company, P.B.C.; Road Traffic Engineer; Builder
5dHappy Pride Alex DuVall, PE, RSP1!