Prestigious Band 1 Projects and Infrastructure Team Joins Paul Hastings
New York - Paul Hastings, a global law firm advising leading financial institutions, asset managers, and corporations, today announced the addition of a high-profile group of laterals specializing in Projects and Project Finance in Energy Transition and Infrastructure from Shearman & Sterling. The Band 1 recognized group, which represents some of the most high-profile asset managers and largest banks in the world, includes three top-ranked partners who will join the firm in New York, advancing P...
Franklin Electric Announces Chris Villavarayan Elected to be a Director of the Company
Fort Wayne, IN – The board of directors of Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ: FELE) has elected Chris Villavarayan to be a director of the Company effective May 6, 2022. Mr. Villavarayan has been the Chief Executive Officer and President of Meritor, Inc. (NYSE: MTOR) since March 2021. Prior to his appointment as CEO, Mr. Villavarayan held a number of positions of increasing responsibility within Meritor, most recently serving as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer with over...
Acrow Names Gordon Scott Vice President Business Development and Operations at Acrow Canada
Appointment positions the global provider of premier modular bridging solutions for continued expansion across North America (Parsippany, New Jersey and Toronto, Ontario) – Acrow, a leading international bridge engineering and supply company, today announced the promotion of Gordon Scott to Vice President Business Development and Operations at Acrow Canada. In this new role, Scott will take on the broader responsibility of managing strategic aspects of Acrow Canada and work closely with...
Kevin Stubblebine to Retire as WSP USA Chief General Counsel
Stephen Dale, Southeast Region president, will return to lead the firm’s Legal Department, a role he previously held for seven years, effective June 1. NEW YORK — After more than 30 years of outstanding service in engineering, construction and construction law, Kevin Stubblebine will retire on June 1 from his position as chief general counsel of WSP USA, a leading engineering and professional services consultancy. Stephen Dale will succeed Stubblebine, resuming his leadership of the Lega...
Leading Energy Industry Figure Laura Sandys CBE Joins Highview Power Board
LONDON - Highview Power, a global leader in providing long duration energy storage and essential grid services, has appointed Laura Sandys CBE to its Board of Directors, further bolstering its leadership team following the recent appointment of Rupert Pearce as CEO. As a leading advocate of the low carbon economy, Sandys brings extensive experience in shaping the approach to net zero, which will help position Highview Power as a leader in accelerating the energy transition. Sandys is a promi...
Justin Pecoroni Joins Franklin Electric Industrial & Engineered Systems Team as Senior Business Unit Manager, OEM
Fort Wayne, IN – May 2022 – Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ: FELE) is pleased to welcome Justin Pecoroni to its Industrial & Engineered Systems business unit. In his new role as senior business unit manager, Justin will lead all of the commercial activities within the company’s OEM business segment, providing technical expertise and setting the strategic vision to support the needs and growth of Franklin Electric’s customers. Justin brings more than 10 years of experience serving industr...
Steel Industry Remembers Legendary Detailer Walter J. Gatti
CHICAGO - Walter J. Gatti, founder of Tensor Engineering, died April 25 after a brief illness. Gatti, 88, had boundless energy and a passion for the steel fabrication industry--so much so that he continued to work seven days a week until his recent illness. The American Institute of Steel Construction presented him with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2004. Gatti discovered his passion for steel structures during his trips from the Bronx to Brooklyn to attend the State of New York Communit...
UMC Welcomes Camilla Yamada as Healthcare Market Lead
Talent, reputation, experience, and an ever-present quest for knowledge set Yamada apart in the healthcare field. Seattle/Mukilteo, WA – UMC is thrilled to welcome Camilla Yamada to the team as Healthcare Market Lead. In her new role, Yamada will be responsible for management and oversight of healthcare clients, projects, and strategic opportunities across the organization. Her presence will help position UMC for sustainable growth and enhanced relationships within the healthcare marketplace....
Woolpert Hires Florida Geospatial Leader Rick Householder to Augment Statewide Mapping
A longtime trailblazer at the South Florida Water Management District, Householder will support the collection of geospatial data for applications that include disaster mitigation, coastal resilience and habitat conservation. WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (May 2, 2022) — Woolpert has hired Rick Householder as a geospatial program director to advance multiple topographic, bathymetric and hydrographic mapping and surveying efforts in Florida. Householder is an award-winning GIS leader who has spent nea...
Jviation, a Woolpert Company, Hires Former TxDOT Aviation Director David Fulton and TxDOT Grants Director Kari Campbell
These two Texas aviation leaders understand what general aviation airports in Texas need to succeed. HOUSTON, Texas (April 28, 2022) — Former Texas Department of Transportation Aviation Division Director David Fulton and Kari Campbell, TxDOT’s Aviation Division director of Grants Administration and Management, have joined Jviation, a Woolpert Company. These aviation leaders will help airports across Texas by providing the services needed to enhance their operations. A nationally recogniz...