As the Veregy’s Vice President of the Western Region, Justin has full P&L responsibilities of operations, which has lead to unprecedented year-over-year growth. He has been in the electrical and energy industries for over 12 years, with experience and expertise in complex technical roles, system designs, sales and marketing strategy, engineering, project estimation, and overall operational leadership. He holds certifications in lighting and a Bachelor of Science from Grand Canyon University.
Vice President of Business Development
Ron Stalica
As one of the original founders of Midstate Energy, a Veregy Company, Ron is passionate about building relationships. With more than 25 years in the energy and construction field, Ron brings his skillset to the team by consulting with school districts, and municipalities throughout the Southwest. Most recently, he is working to expand the Texas markets
Principal Executive
Ben Madsen
As one of the founders of Midstate Energy, a Veregy Company, Ben brings consultative and collaborative energy solutions to school district leaders and operations managers throughout the Southwest. He has successfully marketed ESCO projects for over 15 years with millions saved in energy expenses. He holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Toledo.
Principal Executive
Randy Falconer
Randy’s strong relationships with Arizona School districts has led him to multiple school association accolades. He works directly with school leadership and their operations to educate and present consultative energy optimization strategies and solutions. Randy is a graduate of Western Michigan University.
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.
Director of Project Development
Tom Emanuelson
Tom is Midstate Energy’s, now Veregy first Engineer. As a founder of Midstate Energy, a Veregy Company, he brings rich engineering solutions to client facilities and systems. Currently, he is leading development and support for pre-and post-construction projects. He has more than 30 years of experience in designing and constructing energy systems. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Minnesota.
Director of Lighting
Robert Coy, CALT, CLCP, LC, CEM
As an AEE awarded professional with more 16 years of construction experience, specifically in lighting, Robert brings expert design and calculation knowledge to clients guaranteed energy savings projects. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Phoenix.
Director of Measurement and Verification
Branden Morhous, CEM
Branden is an Energy Engineer and works on developing initial project IGAs using surveys, complex spreadsheet analysis, modeling of building energy consumption using simulation software, and technical assessment. Branden provides further support for EPC project quality control, energy-efficiency measures, and Measurement & Verification of implemented projects. Branden holds a Bachelor of Engineering – Mechanical Engineering (Thermal-Fluids) from San Jose State University.
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.
Senior Account Executive
Oscar Rangel
Oscar’s area of expertise includes more than 28 years of energy industry experience working directly with facility management. For the past 13 years, he has worked with K-12, Local Government (Cities & Counties), Higher Ed. and Public Housing clients. Oscar graduated from Metropolitan State College in Colorado with a Bachelor of Science and an MBA from Regis University.
Operations Manager
Scott Conner
Scott’s responsibilities include construction management, field coordination, and negotiating contracts with subcontractors. He has 34 years of experience in HVAC and electrical construction services, including project management and quality control program implementation. Scott’s education includes the Universal CFC License, OSHA 510 certification and multiple professional contracting licenses, as well as attendance at the State University of New York at Oswego.
Business Development
Ryan Voitik
Ryan is a business development executive responsible for identifying prospective clients. He is active throughout the client onboarding process and focuses on implementing a clear strategy for the client. He is a graduate of the University of Denver and earned his Bachelor of Science in Marketing.
Account Executive
Ashlee Kruger
Account Manager
Ed Farrell
As an account manager, Ed’s primary responsibilities includes partnering with clients as they engage with us in a performance contract. He focuses on contracts with governments and private industries to create a dynamic energy-efficient atmosphere through state-of-the-art products and services. Ed was also the mayor of Maricopa, Ariz., and intricately understands the ins and outs of government and municipality needs. He attended both Northern Arizona University and the University of Arizona.
Project Manager
Shannon Roepke
Shannon works in project development and manages client relations, stakeholder interests, financial obligations, and quality control efforts. She is the primary driver of progress on a day-to-day basis and has managed upwards of 50 individual solar installations for the Urban Energy team. Shannon graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Communications, is a member of the globally accredited nonprofit Project Management Institute and is certified through the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners.
Senior Project Developer
Justin Rundle, PE, CEM, CCM, LEED Ap
Justin has broad construction knowledge and a comprehensive engineering background. Included in these 35 years of expertise is extensive design and operations knowledge regarding water and wastewater plants, this includes project development, capital placements and renewable energy products. Justin holds his MBA and MS from the University of Iowa, with his Bachelor’s from Iowa University.
Senior Project Manager
Don Calahan
Don is one of Veregy’s senior project managers, and is responsible for overall project scope execution, subcontractor coordination, scheduling coordination, client communications, and project closeout. During his 30 years in the contracting industry, he has focused 17 years as a technical project manager. He is a veteran of the United States Navy and holds multiple professional certificates in leadership and project management
Special Projects Manager
Patrick Arthur
Patrick is a Business Development Manager at Veregy. Drawing from years of experience in construction and sales, he manages and updates mechanical, electrical, plumbing and technology projects.
Director of Electrical Construction
Jason Brown
Jason brings two decades of electrical trade experience and leads a large percentage of our electrical division. He ensures operations are on target and running smoothly. His holistic understanding of multiple trades, including distributed energy, makes him a valuable resource to our employees and clientele.
Jason holds a certificate in Construction Management from the Alliance for Construction Excellence and is also OSHA 30 Hour Certified. Additionally, he completed the Electrical and PLC Services program at NIT.
Service and EMS Director
Chris Flores
Chris is responsible for the Western Region Service Department. As Director of Energy Management Services, he implements, schedules and is responsible for quality control on all Energy Management Services projects that Veregy implements in the Western Region. He also trains and mentors apprentices in the industry. He has attended both Arizona State University and Mesa Community College.
Electrical Division Manager
Adam Kline
Adam is the Western Region’s Electrical Division Manager. He is responsible for managing the electrical preconstruction team, which includes new construction, distributed generation, and energy. He also assists the project management team ensuring all costs are accounted for and implemented in the field.
Adam is a Certified Energy Manager (CEM), and KMC BacState Certified. He also holds a degree in Building Construction Management from Purdue University.
Manager, Operations HVAC
Chris Slaughter
Chris has been in HVAC since the age of 12 working alongside his father. Once his father retired, Chris took over the business at Four Star, a Veregy Company. He continues the Four Star legacy at Veregy by building relationships with integrity, honesty, and hard work. Chris holds a Texas and Oklahoma Master’s HVACR license, as well as an EPA certification.
Assistant Controller
Candsis Slaughter
Candsis earned her Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. In 2009 Candsis joined Chris in the family-owned business, Four Star Fabricators, a Veregy Company. She is responsible for the maintenance and integrity of all financial reporting, accounting practices, and internal controls. In 2017 Candsis organized and formed Four Star Mechanical, a Veregy Company as a commercial plumbing contractor. Candsis assists in ensuring we capitalize on every opportunity and that all employees feel like family.
Service Manager
Steve Withers
Steve Withers is our service manager after having served in the U.S. Army for seven years. He has had 26 years in HVAC, with six years as service manager at Four Star. Steve has Universal EPA Certification, Oklahoma Mechanical Journeyman License, and Texas Registered ACR Tech license as well as others.
Fabrication Production Manager
T.J. Washington
T.J. studied at East Texas Baptist University. He has 12 years of experience in HVAC. T.J. started in commercial as a helper and then moved to the fabrication shop where he eventually became the shop manager. He makes sure that the shop runs smoothly for his team members.
Project Manager/Estimator
Mike Olive
Mike has been in the HVAC/Mechanical business for over 45 years when he started helping his dad at their family-owned sheet metal shop. As his exposure grew, he worked for various mechanical contractors as a fabricator, apprentice, journeyman, field superintendent, estimator, and project manager. He holds licenses and certifications in Air and Water Balancing, Trench and Excavation, and Mobile Crane Operator.
CAD Design Manager
Jim DePaul
Jim is one of Veregy’s CAD Design Managers. He is responsible for producing working drawings for the fabrication and installation of air comfort systems. Jim’s experience extends over 25 years in CAD design in land development, civil engineering, and mechanical production; He is proficient at AutoCAD, Eagle Point, Land Development, Microstation J, Civil 3D, and Revit. Jim graduated with honors with an Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer Aided Drafting from ITT Technical Institute in Phoenix, Arizona.
Project Manager/Estimator
Bill Welch
Bill has spent most of his last 35 years in the HVAC industry as well as general construction. He has a strong background in service, controls, and design. Bill has his Texas Class A HVAC contractor license, OSHA certification, and EPA Universal Transitional/Recovery license.
Field Operations Manager
Jeff Weatherford
Jeff has been with Four Star, a Veregy Company for over 24 years. After proudly serving U.S. as a Marine in the Gulf War, he worked his way up from apprentice to site foreman, and for the last 12 years has been a field operations manager. He oversees all field projects and coordinates the field workforce to complete each project. Jeff has several years of OSHA training as well as TEXO training.
Manager of Marketing and Commuincations
Cory Scamihorn
Cory manages the marketing initiatives for Veregy’s Western Region, including developing thought leadership for our clients, networking organizations, tradeshows, website, social media, marketing campaigns, and proposals. Cory spent time in the U.S. House of Representatives as a congressional intern which provided great insight into the challenges our K12, local and state government clients face on a daily basis, specifically as it relates to resiliency.
Cory has a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and Government from Arizona State University.
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PARTNER, SR. VICE PRESIDENT, ENERGY SERVICES, P.E., LEED AP, CCP
Doug Chamberlin
LEAD SENIOR ENGINEER
Robin Liu
LEED AP, CEM SR. PM, CXA
Brian Smith
P.E., LEED AP, SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Josh Kuempel
P.E., C.E.M., LEED AP BD+C, CCP, SENIOR ENERGY ENGINEER
Sean Murphy
DIRECTOR, UTILITY PROGRAMS
Rajesh Nabar
PRINCIPAL, P.E., CEM, CLEP, B.S.M.E.
Staffan Akerstrom
With over 20 years of experience in the energy industry Staffan Akerstrom has extensive experience in energy efficiency, power generation, renewables, and energy software-as-a-service. Staffan’s work has included program management, project development, operations management, project/construction management, and product development.
Staffan is a co-founder of Enpowered Solutions, now a Veregy company, and has been an invited panel member in many energy and sustainability forums including the International Dairy Foods Association, Calit2 at UC Irvine, Pacific Region CHP Applications Center, and FMA. Staffan has been quoted in several publications such as Food Engineering and Distributed Energy on topics of sustainability, water management, distributed generation, and energy management. He has also served as a host of a Webcast discussing Energy Intelligence.
Previously Staffan was the co-founder of EPS Corp, where he commercialized one of the first real-time sustainability software-as-a-service platforms and was also EVP-GM for the enterprise energy management business of Ameresco Intelligent Systems. He has developed multiple onsite generation projects of various technologies nationally, including biogas and natural gas-fired IC engines, gas turbines, and also photovoltaic systems. His energy efficiency expertise includes HVAC, refrigeration, compressed air, steam, and hot water systems for both commercial and industrial facilities.
Staffan earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and is a California Licensed Professional Engineer, Certified Energy Manager, and Certified Lighting Efficiency Professional.
PRINCIPAL, CEM, M.S.M.E.
Shiva Subramanya
With over 20 years of broad experience in the energy industry, Shiva Subramanya is a seasoned energy executive with expertise in technical development, product development, energy engineering, and project/construction management of many projects. A highly regarded energy professional, Shiva co-founded EPS Corporation and Enpowered Solutions, now a Veregy Company and is a frequent speaker on wide-ranging energy and environmental issues across the country. He also has published papers in the energy industry.
Most recently Shiva was EVP-GM at Ameresco where he ran the energy efficiency and demand response business for Ameresco Intelligent Systems. His responsibilities included the development and design of the automated demand response business. His technical expertise includes cogeneration, refrigeration, boilers, HVAC, central plants, and controls.
Shiva’s impressive experience also includes responsibility for the design of software to control building management system response to real-time pricing signals from utilities. He was also instrumental in the development of an enterprise energy management software and automated demand response software for EPS Corp. He has also taught graduate-level energy courses at Portland State University.
Shiva earned a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. He is a also Certified Energy Manager, a member of ASHRAE, and the Association of Energy Engineers.
PARTNER, SR. VICE PRESIDENT
Shea Dibble
An experienced operations, demand-side management, energy regulatory and policy and strategic business development professional, Shea Dibble has over 20 years of experience in the energy and industrial/manufacturing market sectors. His 10-year career with the Sempra Energy utilities spanned several positions at Southern California Gas Company and later at San Diego Gas & Electric.
As SDG&E’s Energy Programs Supervisor, Shea directed staff in the deployment and administration of integrated energy efficiency and demand response programs and was the non-residential lead for the development of the California Energy Commission’s legislated Long Term Strategic Plan.
Shea served as a Sempra Energy Utility HVAC Lead for California’s Statewide Long Term Energy Efficiency Strategic Plan, and the Western HVAC Performance Alliance (WHPA) Steering Committee. He is a co-Founder of the Western HVAC Performance Alliance and PerformanceAlliance.org.
Most recently, Shea held the position of Associate Director of Business Development and later Associate Director of HVAC Program Operations for Portland Energy Conservation Inc. where he was responsible for strategic planning, client and customer care, program fulfillment and business development. He recently served as the Western HVAC Performance Alliance (WHPA) Co-Director and later as the WHPA’s Director of Regulatory and Policy.
PARTNER, SR. VICE PRESIDENT, B.S.M.E.
Eric Spink
With over 20 years of experience in energy efficiency, renewable energy, engineering and control systems, Eric Spink has an in-depth expertise in project development and design, and project and services management. He has over ten years of executive management experience as vice president of a large energy services company, president of a renewable energy and control system integration company, and vice president and chief operating officer for a general engineering contractor.
He was responsible for running an enterprise energy management’s services group that consisted of a team of professional engineers, energy engineers, and energy analysts responsible for meeting or exceeding customers’ long-term sustainability and energy reduction goals and ensuring customer satisfaction. He has extensive experience in photovoltaic system design and installation, and control system design, programming, and integration. He has broad expertise in big data analytics and possesses a solid awareness and comprehension of its correlation with strategic business interests and everyday operations.
Eric earned a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Southern California.
PARTNER, SR. VICE PRESIDENT, ENERGY SERVICES, P.E., LEED AP, CCP
Doug Chamberlin
Doug has over 30 years of experience in the commissioning, energy engineering, and project management fields. He has extensive expertise and is highly skilled in the development, analysis, design, implementation, and commissioning of new buildings, large integrated control systems, HVAC systems, cogeneration systems, renewable energy sources, and waste heat recovery.
Doug also has extensive project management expertise. He has developed and managed high-performance teams in the installation and commissioning of large construction projects and prepared construction documents for the execution of complex energy efficiency projects. In addition, Doug is an effective business manager who has executive-level experience leading multi-disciplined teams in setting and achieving business goals.
Doug is a registered Professional Mechanical Engineer, a LEED-Accredited Professional, and a Certified Commissioning Professional. He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California at Davis and holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Project Management. Mr. Chamberlin is a past president of the Bay Area Chapter of the Association of Energy Engineers and was a founding member of the Board of Advisors for the California Commissioning Collaborative. Mr. Chamberlin is also a past president of the Building Commissioning Association’s Southwest chapter and, until recently, the Commissioning Curriculum Instructor for the UC Berkeley Extension.
LEAD SENIOR ENGINEER
Robin Liu
Robin Liu is a Lead Senior Engineer with Veregy. Robin’s capabilities include system commissioning, energy and utility system auditing, and energy analysis. She has performed new building commissioning, retro-commissioning, energy and utility audits, and analysis at Universities and commercial buildings. Her analysis capabilities include performing energy analysis calculations using computerized methodologies.Robin is accomplished using eQUEST (DOE 2.2), a premier tool for performing whole building energy simulation.
During her tenure at Veregy, she has supported and led investigations and analyses for large new building commissioning, retro-commissioning projects, and energy audits for the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, San Francisco Department of Public Works, San Francisco Airport, various tech companies, and several University of California and California State University campuses.
She has performed energy audits at San Francisco International Airport, Nashville Airport, Davies Symphony Hall, CSU Bakersfield, San Jose State University, and CSU East Bay. She has also performed chilled water distribution loop system optimizations at San Francisco International Airport, Henry Ford Hospital, CSU Bakersfield, Fresno State University, San Jose State University, CSU Sacramento, and CSU Stanislaus.
Robin obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Princeton University and a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California at Berkeley. She is a registered mechanical engineer in the state of California, a LEED Accredited Professional, and a Fitwel Ambassador.
LEED AP, CEM SR. PM, CXA
Brian Smith
Brian Smith has over 25 years of experience in commissioning (Cx), project management, and development of automation and energy-efficient systems for healthcare, commercial, industrial, institutional, and government facilities. He specializes in the development and Cx of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, specialty systems, retrofit systems and control systems.
Brian has direct experience in the Cx of new construction and retrofit building systems – including LEED and Green Guide for Healthcare. Brian’s Cx experience includes, LEED fundamental & enhanced Cx, retro-Cx, monitoring-based Cx, equipment replacement Cx, and building renovation and remodel Cx on projects totaling more than $4 billion in construction costs. Brian has also derived significant experience from working on both sides of the Owner-Contractor relationship, having served as Commissioning Authority (CxA) for the Owner and as Cx Manager for the General Contractor. This unparalleled experience gives him a broader dual perspective of the potential issues of the project from each side of that equation, netting substantial value to the team.
P.E., LEED AP, SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Josh Kuempel
Joshua Kuempel is a Senior Project Manager at Veregy, where he focuses on new building commissioning, retro-commissioning, and project management. Mr. Kuempel brings an enthusiasm for building performance and a dedication to excellence to each and every project.
Mr. Kuempel has 14 years of experience in the energy industry, including 13 years in commissioning and retro-commissioning. In his professional career, Mr. Kuempel has worked with commissioning and retro-commissioning, energy auditing, metering and submetering, load shifting and demand response, alternative generation, and energy analysis projects in the commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors. He also has extensive experience managing client relationships on long-term consulting contracts and in performing site audits, energy savings and payback calculations, and preparing audit and rebate reports. Throughout his career, Mr. Kuempel has commissioned and project managed over 10 million square feet of conditioned space.
Mr. Kuempel earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Energy Engineering from Stanford University. He is a registered Professional Engineer (mechanical specialty) in the state of California and a LEED Accredited Professional.
P.E., C.E.M., LEED AP BD+C, CCP, SENIOR ENERGY ENGINEER
Sean Murphy
Sean Murphy is a Senior Energy with Veregy. Sean’s capabilities include retro-commissioning, monitoring-based retro-commissioning, new building commissioning, energy auditing, energy data analytics, climate action planning, and industrial energy efficiency. His data analysis capabilities include performing NMEC whole-building statistical regressions, trend data analysis in a variety of software, and root cause analysis in various energy management systems.
During his tenure at Veregy, he has supported and led investigations and analyses for large retro-commissioning projects, energy audits, and new building commissioning for the Southern California Regional Energy Network, pharmaceutical and food processing manufacturers, various research labs and hospitals, and numerous University of California and California State University campuses.
Sean has performed retro-commissioning and new building commissioning at UC San Diego, UC Irvine, UC Merced, UCLA, UC Berkley, CSU Los Angeles, CSU Long Beach, CSU Dominguez Hills, CSU San Bernardino, CSU Fresno, CSU Fullerton, CSU San Marcos, San Diego State University, San Francisco State University, San Jose State University, Cal Poly Pomona, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, and Pomona College. He has performed various industrial energy analyses, supported strategic energy management programs, led measurement and verification efforts, and performed fault detection analytics.
Sean obtained a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Master of Science in Renewable and Clean Energy Engineering from the University of Dayton. He is a registered professional mechanical engineer in the state of California, a LEED Accredited Professional, and a Certified Energy Manager.
DIRECTOR, UTILITY PROGRAMS
Rajesh Nabar
Rajesh is currently a Director of Utility Programs at Veregy. He has over 27 years of experience in program management, proposals and project management, sales and business development of Utility Programs, cogeneration, energy efficiency development and construction management. His strong program management expertise combined with excellent team-building skills and customer management skills make him exceptionally qualified to lead complex energy programs. His knowledge of utility programs, cogeneration systems, demand response and utility rebate programs has led to significant financial incentives for energy savings to industrial and institutional customers.
He is an expert program and project manager, sales and business development professional, and energy auditor. His engineering expertise spans energy efficiency, demand response, renewable energy and cogeneration in project development and has been responsible for over $100MM in energy projects. During his 27+ year career in the industry, he has managed several utility and institutional programs for his clients, including all four CA IOUs. Rajesh holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Masters’s in Industrial Engineering.
NATIONAL ENGINEERING LEADERSHIP
Principal, General Manager
Lee Anne Dye
Principal, Integration Manager
Doug Smith, PE, CEM, LEED AP, BD+C, GGP
Production Manager, Senior Associate
David Schoen, LEED AP
Technology Manager
Craig Buchholz, LEED AP, RCDD
Senior Associate, Mechanical Engineer
Frank Hartley, PE, HFDP
Senior Associate, Mechanical Engineer
Michael Spengler, PE, CPD
Electrical Engineering, Department Leader
Jason Lang, PE, LEED AP
Marketing Manager
Felicia Wilburn, CPSM, CDMP, PCM-DM
Human Resources Manager
Julie Dowdell, SPHR, SCP
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.
