Michael Smetana Named Chief Innovation & Technology Officer at HRG
HRG has chosen Mike Smetana for a newly created position as Chief Innovation & Technology Officer. He will be responsible for developing new technology service offerings for the firm’s clients related to infrastructure planning, design, and management.
Mike has 21 years of experience helping AEC consultants and their clients use information technology to optimize operations and support growth strategies. He has deployed artificial intelligence and automation technologies to reduce costs and increase efficiency, implemented data analytics to enhance decision-making, and managed the adoption of solutions to increase scalability. He is an expert at aligning technology with organizational objectives and can leverage relationships with many leading technology providers for his clients. He also has extensive expertise in cybersecurity and risk management. He was honored by the Pittsburgh Technology Council as a CIO of the Year finalist & Tech Visionary in 2020.
HRG president and chief executive officer Jason Fralick is excited about the potential technology presents for managing communities and their facilities, and he believes Mike will provide expert guidance to the firm and their clients. “HRG goes beyond design and construction to be true partners with our clients, helping them reach organizational goals, reduce costs, and optimize operations,” he says. “Technology is rapidly expanding possibility in these areas and becoming more complex by the day. We want to help our clients understand and harness that potential for their organization and their stakeholders. Mike has deep and broad-ranging knowledge, but, more importantly, he has vision. He understands how technology works, and he knows how to apply it to help organizations accomplish their goals. We’re very excited to work with him and witness the value he can create for our clients.”
Mike is also excited about the opportunity and says, “I’m looking forward to the opportunity to guide HRG and our valued clients on their transformative journey towards digital excellence. What immediately captivated me about HRG is its remarkable people-centric approach and unwavering passion for enhancing communities. I am eager to collaborate closely with our clients as we jointly explore strategic insights, deploy innovative solutions, and leverage emerging technologies, unlocking their full potential, and propelling them to new heights of success.”
ABOUT HRG
HRG assists with the planning, design, and management of community infrastructure. They optimize places for health, prosperity, and enjoyment with a focus on long-term value. The foundation of their work is civil engineering, but the firm has diverse expertise in community planning and management, landscape architecture, environmental compliance, and sustainability. For more information, visit their website at www.hrg-inc.com.
