05/08/2025
This week, we are proud to share Lucas’ story.
Lucas joined Sendero in our Dallas office in 2021. Prior to that, Lucas graduated from Texas A&M University with a major in international studies and a double minor in Japanese and business. His consulting experience includes organizational change management and PMO in the utilities and manufacturing industries.
What led you to Sendero?
I knew I wanted to be a consultant when I was in college. The idea of a career at a company where I could be exposed to lots of industries and diverse project work truly excited me. I recruited with a few different firms, but Sendero stood out during the process and I happily accepted the full-time offer.
From the very first interaction I had with Sendero at the Texas A&M Career Fair, I have been impressed with how the culture shines through. When I was recruiting, my final interview was with Principal Jay Jayasuriya. I asked him about how Sendero ensures their culture is more than just “words on the office wall.” He explained that growth and performance at Sendero are measured by not just what a consultant accomplishes but also how they accomplish it. Thus, regular conversations with one’s managers and career advisors consistently reinforce the company culture. That level of intentionality and commitment to a strong and healthy corporate culture made me feel very confident in my decision to come to Sendero, and it has not disappointed.
What stands out to you about Sendero?
While it may be a hackneyed expression, it really is the people. When I first started, I looked around at the other 19 consultants in my start group and thought to myself, “I would genuinely choose to hang out with these people outside of work.” I love collaborating and spending time with fellow Senderoans.
People can come to work and be themselves here. When I have been invited to speak to new hires or visiting college students, I always share that Sendero doesn’t want you to be a “consulting robot”—we want you to come and be yourself. I have felt valued and accepted by colleagues during my time at the firm.
What has been your favorite part about being a consultant?
I love coming to work and learning something new every day. Each project brings exposure to new practice areas, industries, and clients. Gaining the skillset to “parachute” into a new space, quickly get up to speed, and work with my colleagues to deliver value to our clients has been a blast. It’s also fun to look back after a project closes and realize how much I have learned. While I am still fairly early in my career, being able to see this growth has been incredibly rewarding.
What industries have you worked in?
I have worked in manufacturing and utilities. My experience in the manufacturing space is primarily in post-acquisition process standardization. In the utilities space, I’ve led projects that involve power line vegetation management, solar energy, and electric vehicle strategy.
