WOMEN TO WATCH

Kylie R. Parker

Director of Operations
ECCI

ECCI is a consulting firm that is focused on assisting industry with permitting, compliance and engineering design efforts across Arkansas and the U.S. I began as a project engineer, utilizing my civil engineering background, then quickly shifted my efforts towards project management. I was recently promoted to director of operations and assist in leading multiple facets of the company.

PRESSING QUESTIONS

The one thing I wish people knew about my field

Building relationships is key! If the client feels they can trust you, that’s what will continue to bring them back. Building relationships is the most fulfilling part of my job!

A skill I never expected to need in this field

Growing up, I didn’t realize how crucial communication skills would be. Being able to connect with people is essential for growing and maintaining my client relationships.

One practice I use to maintain my mental health

Aside from friends and family, I draw strength and comfort from my faith in Jesus. Attending church regularly, I believe, is crucial in keeping me grounded and humble.

Best advice I ever received

You don’t always have to know the answer immediately. However, you do have to be willing to work hard to find it.

IT'S ALL IN THE DETAILS

Hometown

Benton

I can’t start my day until

Sonic’s Vanilla Diet Dr. Pepper

Hobbies

Hunting, golf, any sport activity my kids are playing

Binge watch

“Law & Order SVU”

Last good read

“It Ends With Us” by Colleen Hoover

Favorite meal in town

Allsopp & Chapple’s lobster risotto

Best recent local discovery

Röber Cocktails & Culinary in Benton

Latest splurge

Nike Air Jordan shoes

Most-used app

Pinterest

Dream vacation

Amalfi Coast, Italy

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