TOLEDO, Ohio, April 22, 2025 – SSOE Group (www.ssoe.com), an internationally ranked architecture and engineering firm, is excited to announce Greg Brogley, PE, PMP, Executive Vice President and Facilities Operation Manager, will be among several industry leaders during a panel discussion on Industrial Research at the University of Toledo College of Engineering. The panel discussion is part of the ABET-accredited college’s Design and Discovery Expo and will take place on April 25, 2025, at the College of Engineering Complex in Toledo, Ohio. This signature event highlights the creativity, innovation, and research excellence of the university’s students and faculty and includes public sessions to showcase student projects, faculty research, and industry collaborations.
SSOE’s Brogley will be joined by the following panelists:
- Rob Selle, Vice President of Program Management and Product Support, American Rheinmetall
- Seth Metzger, Chief Technology Officer, Dana
- John Cooke, Senior Director, GE Aviation
- Vicki Wedding Kurtz, Vice President, Vipo US
- Sumit Mukherjee, Chief Technology Officer, PTI
- Fritz C Grensing, VP of Technology, Materion
- Kyle Sword, R&D Director, NSG North America
- Dean Monske, President and CEO, RGP
Starting at 1:15 p.m. EST, moderator Saleh Jabarin, Founder of the UToledo Polymer Institute, will discuss applied research with attendees within their respective companies and how faculty and students can collaborate with these organizations. A Q&A session will also take place.
Brogley commented, “I’m honored to participate in the panel discussion on Industrial Research at this year’s Design and Discovery Expo. This event is a fantastic opportunity to engage with students, faculty, and fellow industry leaders to explore the latest advancements in applied research. At SSOE, we’re committed to fostering innovation and collaboration, and I look forward to sharing insights from our experiences and discuss how we can further strengthen the partnership between academia and industry to drive forward-thinking solutions and impactful research.”
A proud Rocket, Brogley received his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from UToledo in 1998 and joined SSOE the same year, going on to become a registered Professional Engineer in Ohio five years later. He was promoted to Department Manager at SSOE in 2007, Division Manager in 2015, and appointed principal at the firm in 2019. Now, as Executive Vice President of Facilities Operation, Brogley oversees the combined Facilities and Mexico operations, which have grown significantly in the past two years. His leadership has been instrumental to SSOE’s strong entry and current leadership in the EV battery market and in managing large, complex projects.
Mutually Beneficial Partnership for Over Seven Decades
SSOE has a long history of giving and partnering with UToledo, over seven decades, reflecting its commitment to nurturing long-term relationships between corporate and educational institutions. The firm’s contributions to the university include substantial multi-year financial gifts, scholarships, and other initiatives aimed at supporting STEM education.
Equally, the University of Toledo serves as SSOE’s largest talent pipeline, facilitated through integrated co-op and internship programs that provide students with valuable real-world experience. With over 1,500 staff members delivering projects globally, SSOE proudly highlights that around 20% of its employees are UToledo alumni. This statistic showcases the enduring and deep-rooted partnership between the firm, headquartered in Toledo since 1948, and the university.
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