PROCESS PLUS, LLC
CINCINNATI, OH

Plus Group was formed to offer solutions to a range of project needs. We are made up of people who are passionate about finding effective ways to solve our customers’ complex business needs. We personally guide our customers through the entire process, from initial ideas and designs to construction and implementation, providing them with simplified solutions ranging across all our skill sets and companies. "I've never worked with a group of employees more dedicated to doing the right thing, or a management group more focused on making me successful." The Plus Group Leadership Team was formed to align both the business development side of our business and the project delivery side of our business, while keeping the primary focus on our customers. The team is made up of the individuals most heavily involved in leading these two sectors. “Acquiring and sustaining satisfied and enthused customers is the focus of the Leadership Team. The team challenges each other by asking how we can improve based on customer feedback. Customer feedback drives our team to achieve excellence” says CEO Grant Mitchell. “Ultimately, our goal is to be the Firm of Choice for all customers.” John Koehler, President of Process Plus Grant joined Process Plus in 1998 and has served as a Principal at the firm for 16 years. He has over 30 years of professional experience in the operation, design, and management of processing facilities within the Chemical, Pharmaceutical, and Food & Beverage Industries. He graduated from Tri-State University with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering, and obtained his MBA from Strayer University in 2016. Grant is a Professional Engineer in Ohio, and many other states. He is a past member of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers and is presently the Vice President of the Processing Division of the American Oil Chemists’ Society. Plus Group is continually seeking to maximize project quality and efficiency by utilizing alliances to deliver unmatched performance. Plus Group has developed strategic alliances through long-lasting relationships with both competitor and complimentary organizations to provide cost-effective project solutions for both current and potential clients. Plus Group collaborates with other companies to provide qualified, known talent on customers’ projects. These relationships allow Plus Group to complete projects without continually scaling the company up and down. Partnering with other service firms supports Plus Group’s commitment to continuous success for associates and customers alike. Working together creates a culture of excellence that maintains a greater level of knowledge and experience to serve customers globally. We are Empowered to do the Right Thing Every employee is empowered. This means we are given the freedom to take the initiative in getting the job done and going above and beyond for the customer. As a company, we have confidence in the capabilities of our employees and their ability to do the right thing day in and day out. Doing the right thing is performing with trust and integrity, both personally and professionally. We work to create long lasting relationships with our customers, suppliers and employees. We won’t be just another vendor. We will all build partnering relationships. Good is never good enough. We strive to improve everything we do. We will leverage the potential of each employee to better serve our customers. To do this, we incorporate lessons learned throughout each project. Employees are encouraged to be vocal, identify opportunities and then implement to improve our processes and systems. By incorporating employee and customer feedback into our culture, we are able to continuously better the services we provide. We will not be content, but open to growth by advancing and evolving all that we do. Working together is vital. Our project teams are committed to our customers and the overall success of our projects. From one-on-one meetings to interdisciplinary team meetings, we collaborate with each other to design great solutions. We must continuously communicate. We are flexible in meeting the demands of our customers. We are supportive of one another and are always willing to rise to the occasion. Working as a team creates a family-like atmosphere. Together we perform best, and then together, we celebrate! Our Exceptional Customer Service and Technical Capability will Enable us to have Satisfied and Enthused Customers. Superior technical capability and customer service are a given. We work in a competitive industry but we have no desire to be just another EA firm. We want our customers to remember us; remember our people, our skills, our professionalism, our responsiveness, our quality – our service. Our project delivery, technical aptitude and customer service will create satisfaction and enthusiasm. We will make an impact on our customers such that they will be our biggest advocates and long-standing partners. “The Plus Group team works hard to provide designs that not only meet the project requirements, but also provide long term operational efficiency for the facility." Process Plus was founded in 1996 with a vision to build a reputation of excellence in quality of work, business practices and in creating a work environment in which employees could flourish. It was a priority for the Principals to do more than typical engineering firms in all aspects of business. Many innovative programs were implemented to give employees ownership benefits. The leadership also embraced the value of stewardship through the generous support of charitable and community outreach programs. The passion for finding better ways to improve work processes resulted in tremendous growth. During its first five years in business, company revenue grew 1,850% and went from zero to 75 clients. Process Plus’ founder’s spirit of perseverance and strength are embodied in the culture of the company today. After Bryan Speicher’s (the founding President) battle with cancer and his death in 2003, the firm’s leaders were inspired to build a stronger Process Plus. As a result, the partners focused on initiatives to support and grow the business. The philosophy, “Our Process Revolves Around You” was created and adopted to reflect the company’s genuine commitment to customer satisfaction.