Our Philosophy

FORM was founded to provide critical thinking and strategic direction to individuals and entities that place a high value on projects or ideas that support active and engaged communities and are sustainable in the long term.

From the first days of his 20-year consulting career, Dave Anderson was taught to put his clients’ needs first and foremost as he helped them solve technically challenging problems. Whether in the environmental cleanup field, the water resources business, or in his roles as an appointed Commissioner, he has brought a genuine sense of partnership to those he has served. With FORM, our intent is to leverage this client commitment as it is applied to bettering the lives of people in the community. Projects and products are only successful if those who interact with them feel they have been treated fairly and it improves the quality of life for their families and future generations. That’s why we are selective about the projects we undertake—if it’s not good in the long term, we’re happy to apply our strategic thinking on ideas that really make a difference.

Our Mission

FORM not only makes your projects or products better, we chart a course to get your ideas over the finish line and introduce you to those folks who can make or break your success.

FORM provides a truly unique suite of services—from the infancy of an idea through to its implementation. We can help you visualize the viability of an idea from a technically sound, scientifically based perspective. We provide insight into how an idea fits into the long-term plans of a neighborhood, community, or jurisdiction. And we provide the connections to decision-makers—be they community leaders, appointed or advisory bodies, or elected officials—to introduce you and your ideas to them before significant time and money is spent rolling out an idea to a larger audience. This partnership mentality has seen success in the public and private realm, on projects small and large, and from simple ideas to large, complex projects. We are confident it will work for you.

“Dave brings together sound engineering skills and a strong sense of the need to create sound business opportunities with a passion to participate in the public policy arena. He does so in a manner that makes others want to join him in his search for answers / solutions to sensitive and difficult issues.”

- Commercial real estate professional

“I have been so impressed with his broad technical knowledge, commitment to environmental protection, and reasonable approach to promoting these ideas, I asked him to join [my] local advisory board.”

- Texas state director of international conservation association

...he is also recognized as one of Central Texas' leading advisors in environmental matters.

“Dave is a leader in the Texas engineering community and in all aspects of local governmental affairs. In his role as chair of the City of Austin Environmental Board, he is also recognized as one of Central Texas' leading advisors in environmental matters. He is excellent in his field, and I highly recommend him.”

- Prominent Central Texas real estate attorney