In 2019, the Waugh Award was established to honor our co-founder, Dennis Waugh.
Denny, as many people know him, retired in 2018 after 37 years with the company. His vision and the efforts he took to make Origin Design (founded as IIW Associates P.C.) what it is today are at the heart of this award.
Named in honor of Denny, the Waugh Award recognizes an Origin Design employee that supports and furthers our Mission-Vision-Values. One award is granted annually and is based on the current year’s performance for the individual nominated.
“I have a great deal of confidence in this next generation of employee owners, and I’m very enthused about their capabilities and dedication to the same mission as its founders. We do not want that to change.”
Dennis Waugh Co-Founder
Our employees are what make us - US. The Waugh Award is a remarkable way to recognize their efforts, while also paying tribute to our co-founder, Denny.
Laurie Wehrspann
Accounting Assistant
“I am truly honored to be this year’s recipient of the Waugh Award. I had the privilege of working with Denny for over 20 years. Since his retirement in 2018, it’s a wonderful tribute to him that even today we continue to honor his vision with an award focused on the company’s Mission, Vision, and Values.”
Laurie Wehrspann 2024 Waugh Award Winner
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#workingontomorrow Check out these photos of this bridge replacement project in Coggon, Iowa. Origin Design worked with the City of Coggon to develop a cost-effective solution to replace the existing bridge!
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Brian Balser is celebrating 5 years at Origin Design! We're so lucky to have you on our #origincrew! Happy Anniversary, Brian!
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Happy 5th Anniversary, Gertrude Heimerdinger! We're so lucky to have you on our #origincrew! Join us in congratulating Gertrude on reaching this milestone!
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#workingontomorrow Check out these photos of the new operations facility for Mediacom in Dubuque, Iowa. Portzen Construction and Origin Design collaborated on this design-build project!
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Last week, some of our employees spent their Friday night volunteering at Reflections in the Park!
Reflections in the Park is a drive-thru Festival of Lights that raises funds for Hillcrest Family Services, a non-profit organization that provides a continuum of brain health services to educate, coordinate services, and deliver treatment to individuals with brain health needs.
If you find yourself in the Dubuque Area this holiday season, be sure to check it out! And keep an eye out for the Origin Design Grinch Display!
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#werehiring We're looking for an experienced IT Operations Manager to join our #origincrew! Think you may be the right fit? Check out the link below and apply now!
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/2899721?source=AccessDubuque
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We wrapped up our 1st week of our annual December Giveaways last Friday! Between Thanksgiving and Christmas, we host our 15 Days of Holiday Giveaways to celebrate our employee's success throughout the year! Check out a couple of our first week prize winners!
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Andrew Busch is celebrating 15 years at Origin Design! We're so lucky to have you on our #origincrew! Happy Anniversary, Andrew!
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Join us in welcoming Josh Layer to Origin Design as a Client Advocate! Welcome to the #origincrew, Josh!
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Olivia Warren recently joined Origin Design as a Client Advocate! Welcome to the #origincrew, Olivia!
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We're grateful to have assisted @Russell Construction with the site design and development of the 95-acre Russell-Frye-Armstrong Industrial Park in Davenport, Iowa. Origin assisted in the planning for the development and design of the roadways, utilities and stormwater improvements.
Check out these incredible photos and learn more about the project here: https://origindesign.com/projects/russell-frye-armstrong-industrial-park
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Check out this Historic Bridge Rehabilitation we recently completed in Elkader, Iowa. Origin partnered with the City of Elkader, Atkinson-Noland & Associates, the Iowa Department of Transportation, and the State Historical Preservation Office on this project which allowed the Keystone Bridge to remain an Elkader Landmark!
Learn more about the project here: https://origindesign.com/projects/keystone-bridge-rehabilitation
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