Vince DiPofi, PE

Chief Executive Officer,

SSOE Group

Vince joined SSOE in 2000 and brings over 40 years of professional experience. He has held key leadership roles at the firm, including Business Leader, Corporate Director of Business Development, and Chief Strategy Officer, before becoming Chief Executive Officer. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toledo and is a licensed professional engineer in Ohio and Michigan.

Beyond SSOE, Vince is deeply involved in the community. He serves as Chair of the Board for ConnecToledo, a board director for the United Way of Greater Toledo, and is the past Chair of the American Heart Association, Northwest Ohio.

Under his leadership, SSOE has supported over 150 educational programs, including STEM initiatives for students of all backgrounds. Two years ago, Vince founded the Center for Student Success, Opportunity, and Engagement at the University of Toledo’s College of Engineering and has personally funded scholarships and counseling for first-generation college students from underserved communities.

Most recently, during his National TRIO Day keynote, he announced five annual $1,000 scholarships for Northwest Ohio TRIO students. Additionally, SSOE launched 2025 with a multi-year financial commitment to HOPE Toledo through the SSOE Foundation, pledging at least $100,000 to support the nonprofit’s mission.