Service Region: Central

Vice President of National Sales

Bob Bennett

Bob develops the company’s plans and programs to ensure sustainable growth through the core values of providing the highest quality solutions, satisfying and delighting customers, and caring about communities and the environment. With Veregy Vice President of the Midwest Region Scott Ririe, he co-founded CTS he spent his 32-year career working with public school districts, higher education, and state and local government clients throughout the Midwest. And as a managing partner of CTS, he gives his customers a direct line of communication with a company owner to reinforce CTS’ commitment to meeting their building objectives. He holds a Bachelor of General Studies from the University of Kansas.

Vice President of Central Region

Al Willis

Al is the Vice President of our Veregy Central region. He manages all operations, engineering and P&L for this region, ensuring our projects meet our clients goals, optimized energy and long-term customer value. After graduating with a bachelor’s from Pittsburgh State University, Al has served as a well-respected and accomplished leader in various management roles within the industry.

Vice President of Business Development, Central Region

Kurt Schneider

Kurt is a co-founder of Johnson Melloh Solutions, the Indianapolis Veregy location. His primary role at Veregy is to develop relationships with clients to better understand the solutions that fit the client’s operational and financial needs.  Kurt has helped numerous municipal, K-12, commercial, and aviation clients find the perfect solution for energy efficiency. Kurt is directly involved with all projects, big or small, and uses his vast experience to develop the best solution for each customer and their needs. Kurt holds a Bachelor of Science in Recreational Management from Indiana State University. 

Director of Engineering, Central Region

Tim McCarthy, PE, CEM, LEED AP

Tim uses his background in engineering and energy to lead development of comprehensive smart building technology systems that are unique to each project. He designs solutions to collect and analyze building and system performance to improve comfort, energy-efficiency, and operational performance to reduce cost for customers. His extensive engineering, sales, and managerial experience in the building automation and HVAC industries provide the insight and skills to lead the design and implementation of smart building technology. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Management from the University of Missouri-Rolla.

Director of Operations, Central Region

Josh Hannoy

Josh serves the Director of Operations for Veregy’s Central Region. His responsibilities include construction management, field coordination, and negotiating contracts with subcontractors. Josh brings vast experience in project management and electrical expertise to Veregy. Josh’s experience in the industry combined with his understanding of construction ensures Veregy projects are always on time and within budget. Josh holds a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from Ball State University. 

Director of Sales, Central Region

Bob Smith

Bob manages the Central Region sales team and is responsible for setting its market strategy. He also supports key Higher Education, Major Metropolitan Counties and Cities accounts. Bob enjoys working with clients to develop innovative solutions for energy efficiency and infrastructure renewal of existing facilities. And he was instrumental in the growth and acceptance of Energy Saving Performance Contracting ESPC working with state legislators to adopt enabling procurement statutes. He has 35 years of industry experience and holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Indiana University. 

Sales Manager

John Shaw

John manages Veregy’s account representatives in Missouri. He and his team work closely with the Saint Louis office engineers and project managers to develop innovative solutions for K12 and Local Government infrastructure and facility improvement needs. His 20 years of prior work in government, including as a City Manager, gives him a unique perspective on projects and allows him to better serve communities with capital improvement needs and restrictive budgets. He understands key organizational objectives, challenges, and risks, and helps Veregy formulate an energy and resource management strategy that promotes the lowest lifecycle costs and provides guaranteed healthier environments for occupants. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from St. Vincent College and Master of Public Administration from University of Missouri.

Director of Vehicle Electrification

Scott Wisner

As a former transit professional and innovator with several years experience working for Valley Metro RPTA, Scott joined the Veregy team in 2021 to head up our vehicle electrification division. Scott is responsible for working directly with municipalities, schools and transit customers to deliver EV fleet and infrastructure plans and solutions that support your organizations needs.

Local Government Account Executive and Team Leader

Ellie Blankenship

Ellie works with city and county clients to develop innovative energy efficiency solutions and revitalization of existing facilities and infrastructure. With 21 years of experience, she leads the local government team on al municipal projects. She works with administrations to build consensus and alignment to develop the blueprint or catalyst for change. She has a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the university of Missouri and master’s degree in Business from Washington University. 

Marketing Manager

Gina Bicknese

Gina brings more than 30 years of experience in office administration, marketing and promotion. She began her career as a city clerk for the City of Ames, Iowa. She has been instrumental in helping school districts and counties pass bond issues, Prop C waivers, and sales-tax initiatives. Her responsibilities include administrative support, marketing and customer relations, and bond-election support services for clients in the development of their community information campaigns.  

Educational Consultant

Eric Churchwell

Eric uses his 20 years in education to consult with school districts about the benefits of energy performance contracting to upgrade facilities and make them comfortable, safe, educationally appropriate, and energy-efficient. He works with school districts to help them review and prioritize long-range improvement plans, including the RFP/RFQ process and ways to fund the upgrades. As a retired superintendent and former Veregy client, he understands both sides of the equation and knows first-hand the benefits of improving learning environments. Eric has a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Education from Truman State University and a Masters in Educational Administration from William Woods University. 

Account Executive

Keegan Corrigan

Keegan partners with our clients to develop innovative solutions for deteriorating infrastructure in their district – revitalizing existing facilities. Keegan’s first priority is to understand our customer’s key business objectives, challenges, and risks, so that we can formulate an energy and resource management strategy that promotes the lowest life cycle costs and provide guaranteed healthier learning and working environments. Keegan believes the best partnerships work, not because people say what everyone wants to hear, but because they say what everyone needs to hear. She believes honest communication is the basis for developing a long-term trusting partnership.

Educational Consultant

Anthony Hartsfield

Anthony draws upon his 36 years in education to consult with school districts about the benefits of using energy performance contracting to upgrade facilities and make them more energy efficient and more productive learning environments. As a retired superintendent and former Veregy client, Anthony understands both sides of the equation and knows first-hand the benefits of improving learning environments. He now works with school districts to help them review and prioritize long range improvement plans, including the RFP/RFQ process and ways to fund the upgrades. He holds a Bachelor of Education from the University of Tennessee at Martin and. Master of Education from Arkansas State University. 

Project Development

Christy Humerickhouse

Christy coordinates with account representatives, sales and engineering to assess opportunities and prequalification of potential projects for the development of innovative solutions for infrastructure and facility improvement needs for clients. She leverages her 33 years in local government to develop potential projects that best fit the needs, objectives and restrictive budgets faced by local government and public bodies. She has keen insight into best practices for the implementation of successful projects to bring them in on time, on budget, maximize performance and meet client needs. Christy has a Bachelor of Science in Leisure Studies/Recreation Administration from Kansas State University and a Master of Science from Baker University. 

Account Manager

Michele James

Michele’s main responsibility is working with K-12, higher education, and municipal clients to develop innovative solutions for deteriorating infrastructure in their facilities. She has overseen the successful execution of numerous projects involving equipment installation/replacement, preventative maintenance, and Guaranteed Energy Savings Contracts. Her main objective is to help clients through turn-key customized energy solutions, ranging from renovations and preservation of existing structure to the design and construction of new additions for facilities. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Florida State University.

Educational Consultant

Randy Smith

As a retired superintendent , and former client of CTS, a Veregy Company, Randy understands both sides of the equation and knows first-hand the benefits of improving learning environments. He has completed several renovation and construction projects using performance contracting. He has a thorough working knowledge of Missouri School District financing and funding options. He draws upon his extensive experience to consult with school districts about the benefits of energy performance contracting to upgrade facilities, making them more energy-efficient and reducing energy costs. He maintains close personal relationships with many superintendents throughout the state and is available to assist all districts identify funding sources for projects and long-term planning. Randy holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from Pittsburgh State University and a Master of Arts and Science in School Administration from Missouri State University.

Education Consultant

Mitchell Wood

As a retired superintendent, Mitchell draws upon his nearly 30 years in education to consult with higher education and schools districts about the needs of energy performance contracting to upgrade facilities and make them more energy-efficient and reduce costs. He knows first-hand the benefits of improving learning environments. He works with clients to help them review and prioritize long-range improvement plans, including the RFP/RFQ process and ways to fund the upgrades. He holds a Bachelor of Education from Arkansas State University, a Master of Education form Southeast Missouri State University and a Doctorate in Educational Administration from William Woods University.

Engineering Team Leader

Amy Nemeth, LEED AP

Amy has been an energy services leader for 29 years, honing her focus on quality and performance. She manages teams of engineers and project management staff to develop and deliver turnkey facility improvements on time and on budget. Amy leverages her extensive knowledge of mechanical and control systems for the design of new systems that maximize efficiency, comfort, and investment for the client. Her responsibilities include design, energy analysis, estimating and coordination to bring projects to contract while ensuring client needs are met throughout the process. Amy has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Kansas State University. 

Senior Project Engineer

Matt Anderson, PE, CEM, LEEP AP and BD+C

Matt’s career in engineering and energy optimization has provided him with the necessary tools and insight to develop energy savings performance projects that maximize not only savings, but also comfort for the occupants. He leverages his mechanical engineering knowledge for the design of systems that embody lifecycle program management approach gaining the best overall cost savings for our customers. Matt’s responsibilities with Veregy include design, energy analysis, estimating and coordination to bring a project to contract while ensuring client needs are met throughout the process. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of North Dakota.

Manager of Business Development/Customer Satisfaction

Jim Blumfelder, ASHRAE

Jim leads business development efforts coordinating with sales and engineering to assess opportunities, prequalification, and needs analysis of potential projects. His extensive background in working with customers on project development and his knowledge of mechanical and building systems allows him to assist in the preliminary assessment of projects and the identification of customer goals, potential costs, and the process required foe a successful project. Jim also handles quality control and monitors project progress to assure customer goals are met. He holds an Associate of Science in Industrial Electronics Engineering from St. Louis Community College.

Project Development Engineer

Rodney Bridger

Rodney brings 35 years of experience in the development and management of construction-related services, working on more than 60 new and renovation facility projects. He is responsible for managing, purchase orders, scheduling, monitoring, and inspecting all work. Rodney works effectively with architects, engineers, developers, bankers, sub-contractors, inspectors, and local authorities. He is experienced in computer estimating, project scheduling and AutoCAD systems.

Senior Project Engineer

Gil Bucio

Gil has developed a focus on quality and performance during his 30 years as an energy services leader. He is responsible for design, energy analysis, estimating and coordination to bring a project to contract while ensuring clients’ needs get met throughout the process. Gil manages teams of engineers and project management staff in developing and delivering turnkey facility improvements on time and on budget. He leverages his extensive knowledge of mechanical and control systems for the design of new systems that maximize efficiency, comfort, and investment for the client. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame. 

EHS Director

Paul Benson, Sr.

Paul Benson has been in the construction industry for over 25 years. Most recently, he has been the Regional Safety Director of the largest steel erector/fabricator in the US. He utilizes his knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience to develop practical and compliant programs and policies. His responsibilities, in part, will be to maintain a safe and healthy job site, work with local subcontractors to ensure they follow Veregy company policies and work with National Insurance and Risk programs to ensure compliance and risk reduction.

Paul has a certificate of completion with the International Associate of Bridge, Structural and Ornamental Iron Workers, as well as being a certified OSHA Authorized Construction Trainer. He is also an accredited Safety Manager Specialist, from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals.

Account Manager

Gordon Schweitzer, PE, CEM, LEED AP

Gordon partners with our clients to develop innovative solutions for deteriorating infrastructure in their district – revitalizing existing facilities. Gordon’s first priority is to understand our customer’s key business objectives, challenges, and risks, so that we can formulate an energy and resource management strategy that promotes the lowest life cycle costs and provide guaranteed healthier learning and working environments.

Gordon brings his experience from engineering in his new role where he was responsible for design, energy analysis, estimating, and coordination of clean-energy solutions and energy-savings measures to bring a project to contract, and the performance of the project following completion. His background in energy efficiency projects was a natural path to the development of comprehensive facility improvement plans and energy conversation measures of Veregy projects with the goal of lowering overall energy costs while maximizing comfort for occupants.

He has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Dayton and a Master of Science in Energy and Environmental Policy from the University of Delaware. 

Performance Contracting Engineer

Rory Stegeman, PE

Rory has experience in mechanical and electrical design engineering, geo-exchange design, project management, commissioning, and facilities master planning. He is committed to meeting clients’ requirements and works diligently to maintain an open line of communication and ensure client requirements are met during the project and after. His responsibilities include energy auditing and analysis, system design, project estimating, and coordination to bring a project through to completion. Rory holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from the University of Missouri and an Associate of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology from Linn State Technical College.

Project Engineer

Paul Stigge, CEM

Paul has 29 years of experience in sales and operations in the energy retrofit and building integration industry. He is focused on delivering customer solutions that align with business objectives while addressing their operational issues. He has been involved in various aspects of project management and the design and implementation of building automation and controls systems, along with mechanical retrofit. His experience ranges from large international corporations to small regional companies, where he has been responsible for project management, quality control, supervision, and sales. He holds and Associate of Applied Science in Electrical Engineering from Southeast Community College.

Controls Division Manager

Mike Tennenbaum

Mike’s primary focus is to lead the controls team in the design, engineering and implementation of building automation systems for Veregy projects. Other duties include startup, verification and commissioning of these systems to achieve lower energy and operational costs while improving comfort for occupants. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Missouri.

Project Designer

Tara Turnage, NCIDQ, ASID

Tara has more than 20 years of experience in architecture and design, with a background in residential and commercial, including exterior and interior design through all phases. She combines architectural trainings and leadership experience to develop exceptional and timeless project designs. She has a deep understanding of construction issues and an immense ability to develop rapport with contractors. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Architecture from Kansas State University, a Master of Arts in Management from Fontbonne University and a Master or Arts in Marketing/Business Administration from the University of Phoenix.

Regional Operations Manager

Jason Becker

Jason is a 25-year veteran of the construction and management industry whose areas of expertise include construction management, construction practices, services and products. His knowledge and background allow him to fully manage construction projects, including scheduling, estimating, contract negotiations, as well as the coordination of design, engineering, contractors and design-build companies. He leads the process of managing performance contracting projects for regional teams to ensure accurate estimates, high-quality installation, problem solving, customer satisfaction, and on-time completion. Jason also provides attention to the energy conservation measures’ proper implementation to facilitate the success of the energy cost avoidance guarantee. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering from the University of Nebraska.

Regional Operations Manager

John Mihulka, PE, CEM, LEED AP

John has devoted his more than 25 years to engineering and management in the heating and cooling industries. He has managed the mechanical installation for projects in hospital, industrial, and educational facilities. His responsibilities include design, energy analysis, estimating, and coordination to bring a project to contract. He ensures his customers’ needs are met throughout the entire process. John holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Washington University.

Account Executive

John Kelsh

John has the main responsibility of working with our Missouri K-12 clients to develop Innovative solutions for deteriorating infrastructure in their District—revitalizing existing facilities. John’s first priority is to understand the clients’ key business objectives, risks, and challenges so that we can formulate an energy and resource management strategy that promotes the lowest life cycle costs and provides guaranteed healthier environments for students and teachers. Eventually, even the best maintenance and operational strategies must make way for the replacement or upgrade of equipment that is nearing the end of its useful life. John will work with your administration and architectural and engineering consultants to build consensus and alignment to develop the blueprint or catalyst for change.

Energy Engineer - Solar

Arash Habibi-Soureh

Arash leverages renewable and energy efficiency technologies to drive environmental and economic savings for clients. His work employs a combination of hardware and software solutions to champion the next generation of energy production and utilization. Arash holds a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering with a focus in Energy System Fundamentals and Processes from Purdue University. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University. 

Business Development-Aviation

Corey Harper

Corey has a diverse and accomplished career with the aviation industry. For nearly 20 years, he has helped airports throughout Indiana, Ohio and West Virginia implement their development goals through a variety of job roles. His background provides him an extensive knowledge to assist airports with innovative solutions to their development needs, while he develops a plan that is unique and achievable for each client. Corey has a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Science from Indiana University. 

Business Development: K-12/Higher Education

Craig Martin

Craig develops relationships with clients to better understand the solutions that fit each client’s operational and financial needs. Before joining Veregy, Craig founded EMCOR Construction Services, where he was business development manager and had overall responsibility for sales and project delivery for all guaranteed energy savings projects in Indiana. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Management from Pennsylvania State University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Indianapolis.  

Senior Engineer

Mark Frost, PE, CEM, LEED AP

Mark has worked with Johnson Melloh Solutions, a Veregy Company since its inception. He is a licensed professional engineer in several states and has designed numerous mechanical systems and solar photovoltaic systems. He has more than 35 years of engineering experience, with the last 22 focused on energy savings and energy guaranteed projects. Mark holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati. 

Regional Operations Manager

Eli Hannoy

As Regional Operations Manager for the Central Region of Veregy, Eli oversees all aspects of his assigned projects and is responsible for assuring the project is done to the highest quality and meets all necessary timelines and budgets in addition to exceeding the customers’ expectations.  Eli demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills that allow him to identify and resolve potential construction issues in order to avoid additional costs or delays to the project. Eli is a graduate of Indiana University, with over 10 years of construction experience.

Business Development

Rick Anderson

Rick brings more than 30 years of sales, sales management, and general management experience in the HVAC and energy conservation business. He has primarily worked with the private, K-12 schools, and municipal markets to significantly reduce their operations costs. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication Arts from the University of Cincinnati.  

Project Engineer

Tim Zange

Tim is a recent graduate from Valparaiso University with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. He brings fresh ideas and new technology experience to each project. He works with the Veregy Solutions team to develop new and innovative projects and systems to complete customer satisfaction. 

Manager of Marketing and Communications

Lindsay Yazel, CDMP, PCM-DM

Lindsay is responsible for all aspects of communication and advertisement for local central team and contributes to the nationwide Veregy marketing team. She brings several years of graphic design experience and creative background and works to develop effective, eye-catching marketing collateral and personalized project proposals. Lindsay holds a Bachelor of Science in Communications from Indiana University.

Principal, General Manager

Lee Anne Dye

Lee Anne attended Ohio University and has been in the engineering industry since 1979. She joined Veregy in 2005, where she currently serves as General Manager for the East Engineering Group. Other responsibilities range from Project Executive on Healthcare projects to construction administration.

Lee Anne’s decades of experience in engineering consulting, construction administration and project design have given her a broad design skillset, which includes team building, lighting, general power, normal and emergency power distribution, utility coordination, fire alarm systems, nurse call and other low-voltage systems.

Her project management work includes contracts, owner programming, and communication processing between owner, architect and construction team.

At Veregy, Lee Anne gets to put her skills to use on high-caliber projects such as the Mental Health Hospitals, Crisis Centers, Medical Campuses and Ambulatory Care Facilities, educational facilities, retail spaces and other projects, but her true passion lies with collaboration of teams to make owner visions realities.

When she’s not busy overseeing financials and projects from pre-planning to ribbon-cutting, Lee Anne can be found cruising through the Hocking Hills area on the back of a Harley with friends or helping out family members on any home project that involves paint and power tools.

Principal, Integration Manager

Doug Smith, PE, CEM, LEED AP, BD+C, GGP

Doug serves as a Principal and Engineering Integration Manager with Veregy.  Doug is involved in the day-to-day operations and business development efforts of the firm.  Doug is a licensed professional engineer with registration in over 25 states.  Doug is also a Certified Energy Manager through the Association of Energy Engineers, LEED Accredited Professional through the U.S. Green Building Council, and a Green Globes Professional through the Green Building Initiative.  

Doug has spent most of his career in facilities operations and engineering – beginning in 1999 while in college working as a building HVAC mechanic in a hi-rise state office tower, then joining a large building automation company as a project manager and project engineer before joining Veregy in 2006.  Serving as Principal Doug ensures superior engineering delivery across all of Veregy.  Previous positions with Veregy include Associate Principal, Senior Associate / Division Leader, Engineering Manager, Mechanical Engineer, and Controls Engineer.  Doug’s previous roles have enabled him to gain valuable experience in operations, design, management, and business development.

Doug leads a national Healthy Buildings Solution Team which includes individuals from across the country in operations, engineering, and project development focused on identifying and evaluating healthy building strategies and solutions. The team is focused on developing best practices for healthy, safe, and sustainable facilities.

Doug serves as a member of several civic, community, and industry organizations, including COGENCE Alliance, ASHRAE, International Code Council, Meals on Wheels, and others.  He enjoys spending time with his family, is an active youth teacher and youth retreats director.

Production Manager, Senior Associate

David Schoen, LEED AP

As a Senior Associate and member of the Veregy team since 1996, Dave provides management and design support for a wide range of projects including healthcare, education, commercial and industrial; his experience includes total project management, construction administration, electrical and communication systems design, cost estimating, construction documents, project scheduling, project coordination, budget management, leading the Technology Division of Veregy, and serving as a point person with state and local officials and site inspections. His work can be seen at The Ohio State University Medical Center, Grant/Riverside Methodist Hospitals, Huntington Park, Ohio University and dozens of public schools.

Prior to his work with Veregy, Dave earned his B.S. in Electronic of Engineering Technology from DeVRY Institution of Technology. He held NICET Level IV Fire Alarm System Certification and his work on fire alarm assessments and writing standard operating procedure manuals for fire alarm systems has carried over into his role with our company. An active member of the National Fire Protection Agency, it comes as no surprise that David balances his job—in which he focuses largely on fire—with some cooler activities like snow skiing and sailing with his family in his free time.

Technology Manager

Craig Buchholz, LEED AP, RCDD

Craig has been with Veregy since 2001 as our Technology Manager. Before joining the team, he earned his B.S. in Business Administration at The Ohio State University, and spent years designing, managing and implementing telecommunications and technology plans for clients in healthcare, education and institutional fields. Well respected and established in the industry, Craig’s duties at Veregy include design and project leadership of complete integrated solutions covering data, security, fire alarm, voice, sound reinforcement, and video spectrum and systems. He also has experience designing, installing, and managing A/V for stages and research facilities, wired and wireless systems, VOiP and cabling, CCTV network camera systems, mass notification systems, and antennae systems. Some of his major projects include multi-million dollar voice, video and data infrastructure installations Battelle Hall, the Ohio Statehouse capitol building and The Ohio State University’s Schottenstein Arena.

An active member of BiCsi, NSCA and Syn-Aud Con, Craig somehow manages to squeeze skiing and long-distance bike riding into his schedule.

Senior Associate, Mechanical Engineer

Frank Hartley, PE, HFDP

Frank designs HVAC and mechanical systems for healthcare, educational, and commercial facilities. He has 10 years of experience designing a variety of HVAC systems, such as variable air volume, chilled beam, variable refrigerant flow, geothermal heat pumps, and many other system types. He is also responsible for analyzing the energy efficiency of facility engineering designs. Frank has Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The Ohio State University. 

Senior Associate, Mechanical Engineer

Michael Spengler, PE, CPD

As a Project Manager and Senior Mechanical Engineer for Veregy, Michael provides overall project management along with producing construction documents and system designs for a variety of building types including Healthcare, K-12 Educational, Higher Ed, Commercial, and Industrial facilities. He uses his continually expanding knowledge of the latest codes and industry standards to complete the documents and designs for HVAC, Plumbing, Med Gas and Fire Protection systems, which are accomplished using the latest 3D Revit and AutoCAD software. His responsibilities include project management, system assessments, system design documentation, sizing and layout of source and distribution systems, specifications and equipment selection and application. He has been involved in multiple design and construction projects including renovations, new builds and combinations using phased construction. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The Ohio State University as well as PE and CPD certifications.

As a project coordinator, Michael leads the Veregy MEPT design team to collaborate with Architects, Civil Engineers, Structural Engineers, Owners, Staff, Construction Managers and Contractors. His project management experience includes medium to large healthcare and commercial facilities. The MEPT project management begins during the pre-design stage and continues all the way through the Construction Administration phase once the building construction is in progress.

Electrical Engineering, Department Leader

Jason Lang, PE, LEED AP

Jason is involved in conceptualizing, coordinating, analyzing and designing all aspects of electrical systems, and is experienced in phasing aspect during renovations. All of his work is analyzed and designed in accordance with the NFPA, NEC, and for state and national codes as well as guidelines for healthcare and lighting design. His job responsibilities include system evaluations and design documentation as well as construction drawings, specifications, and site investigations. Jason has completed system assessments, energy budget calculations, and equipment selections for a variety of buildings, including commercial, healthcare and education. Jason works with fire alarm, lighting, power (120v to medium voltage systems), and emergency generation design. Jason has a Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. He is a registered Professional Engineer in 15 states. Jason is also LEED BD+C.

Marketing Manager

Felicia Wilburn, CPSM, CDMP, PCM-DM

Felicia manages the marketing initiatives for Veregy’s East Region Engineering team, including networking organizations, tradeshows, website, social media, marketing campaigns, and proposals. She is actively involved with managing client relations and the customer relationship management system (CRM). Her previous experience in drafting/designing and marketing MEPT systems helps her provide an in-depth understanding of clients’ day-to-day challenges. Felicia has a Bachelor of Science in eMarketing from Franklin University.

Human Resources Manager

Julie Dowdell, SPHR, SCP

Julie is the Human Resources Manager of Veregy’s East region. Julie is a seasoned HR professional and business partner with more than 25 years of expertise in Human Resources. She has used her strong background and blend of experience in the aerospace, manufacturing and service industries to affect positive change where she has worked. She employs strategic thinking and hands-on execution to provide support to employees and partner with managers on all aspects of Human Resources.

Julie has a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management from Ohio University and is certified as a Senior HR Professional with two separate institutions.