VAA has named Brian Utoft CEO, effective Jan. 1, 2027, following a three-year succession process. A partner and senior engineer, Utoft joined the multidisciplinary engineering, planning and design firm in 2010 and leads its General Arrangement department. His experience spans client growth, strategic planning and employee development. He earned an Executive MBA from Iowa State University in 2025 and succeeds Jeff Schrock, who will focus on clients, business development and strategic growth.