Harris & Associates Welcomes Preston Hatch as Chief Financial Officer

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Harris & Associates is pleased to welcome Preston Hatch as the firm’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Preston brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the A/E/C industry to his new role. As CFO and a member of the Executive Leadership Team, Preston will oversee Harris’ financial operations, optimize resource and capital allocation, and support strategic initiatives that will continue to propel the firm’s success into the future.

“We’re excited to welcome Preston to Harris as our new CFO,” says CEO, Steve Winchester. “He brings a proven track record of financial management, business acumen, and a strategic mindset which will support our firm’s continued growth and expansion.”

Through his commitment to maintaining and strengthening Harris’ financial health, Preston will play a key role in continuing the firm’s longstanding ability to empower the communities they serve.

“I’ve been familiar with Harris over the years, and after recently learning more about the firm, I can confidently say I deeply respect and align with their shared values and vision,” Preston said, “I’m thrilled to contribute to the strategic growth and ongoing success for our employee-owners, as well as the communities we serve.”

Prior to joining Harris, Preston served as CFO at Otto Construction. He also spent 16 years at Harris’ current audit firm, Campbell Taylor Washburn, where he was an audit partner, CFO, and member of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee.

About Harris

Harris is a 100% employee-owned company focused on helping communities solve today's complex challenges in planning, financing, environmental compliance, civil engineering, and construction management. Our offices and project sites span the West Coast in California and Washington with a staff of over 260 employee-owners. We focus on serving clients in the municipal, water, transportation, and education markets. www.WeAreHarris.com