
Kevin Yearout
Chief Executive Officer

Lian Yearout
Chief Financial Officer

Colby Geer
President

Alex Montaño, CEM, LEED AP, REP
Senior Vice President, Development

Ryan Jewell
Business Development Manager

Tara Trafton, PMP
Project Success Manager

Brad Brady
Vice President, Colorado

Paul Engle, CEM
Business Development Manager, Colorado

Cody Glover
Vice President, Texas

Cliff Holbeck
Senior Account Manager, Texas

Ian Montaño, PE, CEM, PMP
Project Development Manager

Danny Alkon, PE, CEM
Project Development Engineer

Carla Dozal, CEM
Performance Assurance Engineer

Anthony LaMorte, CEM, EIT
Project Development Engineer

Robert Detweiler
Construction Manager

Greg Lucero
General Superintendent

Mario Vargas, QCxP
Commissioning Specialist

Austen Drake
Junior Account Manager

Victoria Johnson
Project Superintendent

Travis Richey
Project Superintendent

Amy Gibbs
Controller, Texas

Israa Ajam
Project Development Engineer, Texas

Patty Miller
Business Administrator

Jim Lopez
Project Superintendent

Katie Ramirez
Project Assistant

Keenan Marquez
Project Development Engineer
Kevin Yearout
Chief Executive Officer
Experience: Kevin Yearout is a life long resident of New Mexico, after completing high school he started an apprenticeship program for plumbing and pipefitting and worked in the mechanical construction industry from 1981 until today.
Memberships/Boards/Positions: Kevin is active in the New Mexico community in both charitable and economic interests. He is recognized nationally as a leader in mechanical contracting and labor relations.
Personal Factoids: Kevin is an avid fly-fisherman and enthusiastic golfer and devoted to his family, wife Lian of 27 years, and 4 children and 6 grandchildren.
Lian Yearout
Chief Financial Officer
Education: University of New Mexico
Experience: 26 years in construction and spent 10 years prior to that working in private accounting firm
Memberships/Boards/Positions: Currently on BBBS board, previously on BioPark board, manages Yearout Foundation
Personal Factoids: Loves to scuba dive, traveling and spending time with family, no matter what we are doing!
Colby Geer
President
Education: Colorado Christian University, Bachelors in Business Administration
Experience: 11 Years in the industry
Memberships/Boards/Positions:
American Subcontractor Association, Associated General Contractors, Chair, Construction Leadership Committee 2013-2015, Children’s Grief Center Board Member, 2019 – Present, Special Olympics of New Mexico Unified Partner (Coach) 2014-2016, 2018 Albuquerque Business First 40 Under 40 Recipient, Leadership New Mexico Connect Class of 2017, NM MM-98, Texas Master Plumber
Personal Factoids I have an amazing Family, Ashley, Casen (son), and Rowen (daughter) Have a twin brother… so I’m told. He is only a foot taller than me. I grew up in Gunnison, Colorado and can’t get enough of the mountains.
Alex Montaño, CEM, LEED AP, REP
Senior Vice President, Development
Education: BS Mechanical Engineering Technology, New Mexico State University
Industry Experience: Since 2004
Memberships/Boards/Positions:
Private Co-Chair– New Mexico Energy Services Coalition
Member – Albuquerque Energy Council
Graduate – New Mexico Leadership CONNECT Program
Certified Energy Manager (CEM) – Association of Energy Engineers
Renewable Energy Professional (REP) – Association of Energy Engineers
LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP) – US Green Building Council
Personal Factoids: My wife Amanda and I have been going steady since we were 14 years old. Almost every decision I make is somehow tied to food.
Ryan Jewell
Business Development Manager
Education: University of New Mexico Master of Public Administration, Bachelors in Economics Kaplan Schools, NM Real Estate Commission 90 hrs.NM Real Estate License
Industry Experience: Since 2018
Memberships/Boards/Positions:
NM-Energy Services Coalition (NMESC)– Secretary
Commercial Real Estate Development Association (NAIOP)
National Association of Realtor (NAR)
NM Greater Association of Realtors (GAAR)
Personal Factoids: Golf, die-hard Broncos fan, and spending time with my daughter, Mack.
Tara Trafton, PMP
Project Success Manager
Education: Purdue University B.S. in Aeronautical Engineering KTH Royal Institute of Technology & Polytechnic University of Turin M.S. Sustainable Energy Systems Engineering
Experience: Since 2020
Memberships/Boards/Positions:
New Mexico Association of Energy Engineers (Secretary), Association of Energy Engineers, Project Management Institute, CommUnity by InnoEnergy
Personal Factoids I enjoy playing soccer, fly-fishing with my dad, and traveling.
Brad Brady
Vice President, Colorado
Education: Colorado State University B.S. Business Administration
Industry Experience: 35 Years
Memberships/Boards/Positions:
Colorado WaterWise (CWW)– Board of Directors
Colorado City & County Management Association (CCCMA)
Energy Services Coalition (ESC)
Special District Association of Colorado (SDA)/ Co-Treasurer
West Bowles Community Church (WBCC)
Board of Trustees/Elder
Chairman of the Board
Specialty Tools & Fasteners Distributors Association (STAFDA)2001-2006
Board of Directors
Vice President, President-Elect
Various Corporate & Non-Profit Organizations
Personal Factoids: Spending time with my wife and family, spending time in the Colorado mountains skiing, fishing, hiking, physical fitness, golf, travel, music and attending sporting events.
Paul Engle, CEM
Business Development Manager, Colorado
Education: Iowa State University, Bachelors of Science – Marketing
Industry Experience: Utility Consultant – 3 Years Colorado ESCO Experience – Since 2004
Memberships/Boards/Positions: Certified Energy Manager (CEM) – Association of Energy Engineers, Member – Colorado Energy Efficiency Business Coalition, Member – Colorado Energy Services Coalition, Member – Special District Association (SDA), Member – Colorado Municipal League (CML)
Personal Factoids: I was born with 6 toes on each foot which were later removed, I love restoring muscle cars and woodworking. My wife Brittany and I have three young children that keep us busy whenever I’m away from work – which means I have no free time…
Cody Glover
Vice President, Texas
Education: University of North Texas, Construction Management, North Lake Community College, Construction Management
Industry Experience: 20 Years
Memberships/Boards/Positions: AGC Texas Professional Estimating Certification
Personal Factoids: I grew up on a ranch doing real-life cowboy stuff.
Cliff Holbeck
Senior Account Manager, Texas
Education: University of Michigan with a BA degree in Psychology. Masters degree in Existential Phenomenological Psychology from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh.
Industry Experience: 20 years of IT experience, 16 years experience in Energy Engineering
Memberships/Boards/Positions: LEED AP, Association of Defense Communities, Local ASHRAE
Personal Factoids: Being a grandfather to 6 grandchildren (currently) is the most rewarding role of my life. I love gardening with my wife, traveling, and studying scripture. I like to golf and fish.
Ian Montaño, PE, CEM, PMP
Project Development Manager
Education: B.S., Mechanical Engineering, NM Institute of Mining and Technology
Industry Experience: 13 years’ experience in the construction/engineering industry
Memberships/Boards/Positions:
Professional Engineer (PE); Certified Energy Manager (CEM); Project Management Professional (PMP); LEED AP; Treasurer, NM Association of Energy Engineers (NMAEE)
Personal Factoids: Ian enjoys spending time with his three dogs, playing keyboard and writing music, and camping, hiking, and fishing in New Mexico and southern Colorado.
Danny Alkon, PE, CEM
Project Development Engineer
Education: University of New Mexico (UNM)-Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering (BSME)- Dec 2010 Michlelet Ruppin (Ruppin College, Isreal)-Associates Degree in Structural Design and Drafting-Jul 1995
Industry Experience: Since 2011
Memberships/Boards/Positions: New Mexico Association of Energy Engineers (NMAEE)-Treasure, Vice President, President (2019)Association of Energy Engineers (AEE)-2011
American Society Heating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)-2012
Personal Factoids: Enjoys training and playing competitive Tennis, recently started a new hobby of woodworking, plans to travel around the USA and the world.
Carla Dozal, CEM
Performance Assurance Engineer
Education: New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology BS in Mechanical Engineering
Industry Experience: 5 Years
Memberships/Boards/Positions: CEM, NMAEE 3 years – currently President
Personal Factoids: Dog Mom of 2, soccer player & fan, ketchup fanatic.
Anthony LaMorte, CEM, EIT
Project Development Engineer
Education: University of Northern Colorado- BS in Biology
University of Colorado- BS in Mechanical Engineering
Industry Experience I have 1 year experience in the EPC industry, and 4 years of experience in energy efficiency and renewable energy.
Memberships/Boards/Positions:
AEE as well as the local chapter RMAEE, CRES
Titles held- EIT, CEM
Personal Factoids: I love being immersed in nature whether that be camping, snowboarding, traveling, or even in my own backyard. I share a birthday with our wonderful nation. I am Colorado born and raised and will likely never leave this breathtaking state.
Robert Detweiler
Construction Manager
Education: University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK – Economic Development Institute Graduate, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ – 2 years study, Business Management, Central Arizona College, Coolidge, AZ – Associate Degree: Applied Sciences, Benson Union High School, Benson, AZ – Graduate
Industry Experience: 20+ Years in Construction and Construction Management 15+ Years in Economic and Business Development
Memberships/Boards/Positions:
New Mexico High & Junior High School Rodeo Assn. – President 2015 – Present, New Mexico 4-H State Rodeo Program –President 2013 – 2020, United States Team Roping Championships – Member
Personal Factoids: Enjoy team roping, snow skiing, and spending time with my family.
Greg Lucero
General Superintendent
Education: 5 years Local 412 Apprenticeship.
Industry Experience: Since 1995
Personal Factoids: Spending time with family, ranching, and beginning to restore a 1968 Ford Bronco.
Mario Vargas, QCxP
Commissioning Specialist
Education: Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institute – Refrigeration Certificate; Sheet Metal Workers LU49 – Journeyman Sheet Metal Certificate
Industry Experience: 31 Years
Personal Factoids: Family, backpacking and fishing.
Austen Drake
Junior Account Manager
Education: BA Pre-Law Studies/Religious Studies (UNM)
Years in Industry: Since 2020
Personal Factoids: I enjoy reading, being outdoors, and drinking coffee.
Victoria Johnson
Project Superintendent
Education: AAS Ag Bus Clarendon College, Bachelor of Science International Business Kansas State University
Industry Experience:
OSHA 10
OSHA 30
Procore Superintendent
Procore Project Manager
1.5 yrs of industry experience
Personal Factoids: I’ve played polo in 13 countries.
Travis Richey
Project Superintendent
Education: Completed a 5-year apprenticeship program with plumbers and pipefitters, Local Union 412.
Industry Experience: 25 years
Memberships/Boards/Positions:
NITC Certified Medical Gas Instructor
OSHA trained and certified in many different aspects of construction
Personal Factoids: I love football. I go camping every chance I get. If I can’t go camping I am spending time in the backyard.
Amy Gibbs
Controller, Texas
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from the University of Texas at Dallas
Industry Experience: 20+ years of accounting experience. During that time I discovered my passion for construction/job cost accounting. My background includes invaluable experience with a GC and industry specific subcontractors.
Personal Factoids: Value time with my family, laughing, flowers, and food.
Israa Ajam
Project Development Engineer, Texas
Education: BE Mechanical Engineering, Concordia University
Industry Experience: Since 2009
Memberships/Boards/Positions:
Voting member of ASHRAE Technical Committee on Controls Theory and Applications
Certified Energy Manager (CEM) – Association of Energy Engineers
Commissioning Authority (CxA) – AABC Commissioning Group
LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP) – US Green Building Council
ASHRAE Member
AEE Member
Personal Factoids: I love multi-day hikes, scuba diving and refinishing furniture. I speak 5 languages.
Patty Miller
Business Administrator
Education: Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institute
Industry Experience: 25 years accounting experience
Personal Factoids: Enjoys spending time at the drag races on weekends, entertaining, and spending time with loved ones.
Jim Lopez
Project Superintendent
Education: 2 years at UNM in General Studies
Industry Experience: 39 years
Memberships/Boards/Positions:
OSHA 10 & OSHA 30
Personal Factoids: Loves dogs, football, and horse racing.
Katie Ramirez
Project Assistant
Education: B.S. Construction Management, University of New Mexico
Industry Experience: 6 years
Personal Factoids: I enjoy gardening and can find any excuse for a get together with my favorite people, whether it be a food-on-a-stick party or a birthday party for my daughter’s potbellied pig.