Digging In is a regular series of blog posts profiling UDig employees. We hope this series helps you get to know our team and understand why we dig what we do! Today, we are sitting down with Meg Chamblee, Executive Vice President of Tennessee.
UDig: Tell us a little bit about your background and your role at UDig.
MC: I joined UDig in January of 2020 to start UDig’s Nashville office. Little did I know a pandemic was just around the corner! Looking back, I am grateful for the extra challenge. The Nashville community showed up for me in such amazing ways, and we were able to build a strong business in spite of the obvious challenges that year. My role is to lead the Tennessee market for UDig, which includes both the growth and leadership of our client portfolio and our local team culture. No two days are the same, and so much of my role is based on relationships. At the end of the day, I love getting to know people and helping them. I have worked in tech for my entire career but have never been technical. I started my career in HR and corporate recruiting, then evolved into business development and eventually executive leadership, which incorporates everything from my background. I also enjoy volunteering and serving the community through organizations like the Greater Nashville Technology Council, Women in Technology of Tennessee, and Williamson, Inc.
UDig: Why UDig? What made us the right decision for you?
MC: I have always enjoyed working for smaller companies because you can be involved in many aspects of the organization. My background has provided me with experience in many different areas of the business, and I love that I get to use all of that here and continue to learn and experience new things. One thing I noticed in my first conversation with Andy that continues to be true was his focus on continuous improvement of the organization and the culture. I think that is exactly what you want in a CEO – someone who is constantly pushing the organization forward and pushing you to be better.
UDig: What are your aspirations for the Nashville office?
MC: I want to help people build careers. I love the idea that every person we hire has the potential to be a leader in this office. I have had so many people throughout my career cheer me on and give me opportunities to grow, and I am excited to pay that forward. I want us to be trusted and known for delivering high-quality, innovative solutions for our clients. I look forward to the day when we have so many clients and consultants that we can justify another office and further expand our Southeastern presence, giving our team even more opportunities to grow.
UDig: What does “Do What You Dig” mean to you?
MC: If everyone enjoys the work they do, we are all better off. When you are passionate about what you do, you will do a better job. We care about our people and their careers, which creates a better product for our clients.
UDig: What is your favorite procrastination tool?
MC: Sometimes, I’ll scroll through Instagram or LinkedIn or read the latest news. But I really procrastinate with seemingly productive things so that I can check something off my list. I’ve been known to create unnecessary spreadsheets and re-organize closets…often.
UDig: What did you want to be when you grew up?
MC: When I was a kid, I wanted a job like Angela Bower had in Who’s the Boss – an advertising executive in the city. I really just wanted to wear fancy clothes and work in New York. I eventually did spend a summer working in New York but never did find my passion for advertising. She is, however, still my work fashion inspiration.
UDig: What’s the most played song in your library?
MC: Whatever my kids want to listen to…my Spotify wrapped last year was mostly Broadway musicals curated by my teenage daughter.
UDig: What trivia category would you be best at?
MC: 90s Pop Culture?? Can we play cards instead?
UDig: How would you spend your day if we told you to take the day off?
MC: My mind immediately goes to what’s on my list that I could get done. I’d probably pick a project around the house and tackle it while listening to an audiobook. I’m also addicted to mani/pedis, so I’d probably work that in!
