Meredith Bronk is a proven executive leader who blends business strategy with deep people-centered values to deliver sustainable, transformational growth. As President and CEO of Progressive Companies, a national design, architecture, and engineering firm, Meredith is shaping the future of the built environment—leading a team driven by purpose, creativity, and connection. With over 25 years of experience at the intersection of people, technology, and business, Meredith is known for turning vision into reality. She previously served as CEO of Open Systems Technologies (now Vervint), where she led a major transformation—from tech reseller to digital business consultancy—while maintaining 98% employee satisfaction. Meredith is a builder of culture and strategy, a learner and teacher, and a leader who “walks the walk.” Her leadership inspires trust, sparks innovation, and unlocks potential across teams—proving that people-first business can also be high-performing business. Meredith earned her MBA from the University of Notre Dame in 2014 and raised three daughters with her husband, Kipp.
