We are pleased to share that GAI’s Executive Leadership Team has approved this year’s company officer, associate, and senior associate appointments for the 2026–2027 term, which began on June 1, 2026. A complete list of appointees is included below.
Through their leadership, expertise, and ongoing contributions, our officers drive initiatives that materially impact GAI’s success and growth. Their work supports our strategic priorities and the quality we deliver to clients as we continue to expand our services and geographic reach.
Our associates and senior associates represent a strong pipeline of leaders who will continue to grow into increasingly active roles over time. Their continued development and expanding contributions will help support GAI’s long-term success and the positive impact of our work on the communities we serve.
Please join us in congratulating these team members on their well-deserved appointments.
GAI Officer Appointments, 2026-2027 Term
Stephen KieferVice President
Peg BrennerAssistant Vice President
Charles Straley, PEAssistant Vice President
Aaron BenedictAssistant Vice President
Rossi Gaudio, PEAssistant Vice President
Sam Spear, PEAssistant Vice President
Sam Bouvier, PEAssistant Vice President
Rob Oleinik, PEAssistant Vice President
New Associate and Senior Associates, 2026-2027 Term
SENIOR ASSOCIATES
Mike Beresford, PE, Senior Associate
Brian Craig, PE, Senior Associate
Darlene Deitrick, MBA, Senior Associate
Ron Harris, PE, Senior Associate
Ana Kimelton, Senior Associate
Andrew McCown, AICP, Senior Associate
Lee McCoy Jr., PE, Senior Associate
Jonathan Ritchie, PE, Senior Associate
Art Rometo, PE, PMP, MBA, MSE, Senior Associate
Andrew Sheppard, ASLA, PLA, LEED AP, Senior Associate
Kevin Tan, PE, CBSI, Senior Associate
David Troianos, PE, Senior Associate
John Weber, PE, Senior Associate
Emma Wolff, PE, Senior Associate
ASSOCIATES
Mike Ambs, Associate
Scott Connor, PE, Associate
Tim Cremins, PE, Associate
Dave DeAngelo, Associate
Joe Fello, PE, Associate
Charlie Forsythe, Associate
Sean Green, PE, Associate
Anthony Hathcock, Associate
Craig Iser, PE, Associate
Rondai Jerido, EI, Associate
Craig Klein, PE, Associate
Jennifer Klich, PE, Associate
Amanda LaRosa, PE, Associate
Chelsea Lyle, PG, Associate
Santiago Machado, PE, Associate
John Masi, PE, Associate
Derek Medved, Associate
Pat Moore, PE, Associate
Damon Parrish, Associate
Stephen Reed, Associate
Ann Reis, Associate
Jon Templin, PLA, Associate
