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Staff

Our Dedicated Team

We love our employees and know they make the PK Electrical promise of a commitment to innovative electrical designs a reality. We are proud to be one of the best places for electrical engineers to work. Our unique collaborative model and professionalism make PK Electrical, Inc. one of the top electrical engineering firms nationwide.


Karen D. Purcell, PE

Karen D. Purcell, PE

Principal

Karen Purcell, PE

(775) 826-9010 Ext.8833


Hometown: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Widener University

Years of Experience: 34

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: Running
  2. Favorite food: Creamy peanut butter
  3. What dumb accomplishment are you most proud of? Attending 60+ Elton John concerts
Alan Wiskus

Alan Wiskus

Principal

Alan Wiskus

(720) 481-3290 Ext.3160


Hometown: Dedham, Iowa

Years of Experience: 36

Other Info:
  1. Secret talents: EMT
  2. Something you’ve been meaning to try but haven’t gotten the chance to: Flying/pilot
  3. Best way to spend a day off: In the great outdoors
Joey Ganser, PE

Joey Ganser, PE

Principal | Engineering

Joey Ganser, PE

(775) 826-9010 Ext.8820


Hometown: Sparks, Nevada

Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Rochester Institute of Technology

Years of Experience: 16

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: Snow and water skiing
  2. Best way to relax after a stressful day: Cooking dinner for my family
  3. What dumb accomplishment are you most proud of? I once beat Sonic the Hedgehog in less than an hour
Dugan Hadler, LEED AP BD+C

Dugan Hadler, LEED AP BD+C

Principal | Design

Dugan Hadler, LEED AP BD+C

(775) 826-9010 Ext.8826


Hometown: Sparks, Nevada

Education: IBEW/NJATC

Years of Experience: 24

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: anything outside, skiing, camping, boating, fishing, etc.
  2. Something you’ve been meaning to try but haven’t gotten the chance to: Swimming – I can do it, but reserve the talent strictly for survival situations, of which I have not been in… which is nice.
  3. What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? “Be honest and work harder than anyone around you.” My dad used to tell me that.
Amanda Hartman

Amanda Hartman

Business Development & Marketing Lead - Denver

Amanda Hartman

(720) 481-3290 Ext.3164


Hometown: Ankeny, Iowa

Education: Bachelor of Business Administration in Management and Leadership from the University of Iowa

Other Info:
  1. Favorite thing to binge watch: TLC shows that make me feel better about myself (My Strange Addiction & My 600-lb Life are my top two)
  2. What game or movie universe would you live in? Harry Potter
  3. What could you give a 40-minute presentation on with absolutely no preparation? Drag queens
Brandon Douglas

Brandon Douglas

Junior Electrical Designer

Brandon Douglas

(720) 481-3290 Ext.3168


Hometown: Goodland, Kansas

Education: Associate of Applied Science in Engineering Technology from Northwest Tech; Bentley Institute of MicroStation

Years of Experience: 13

Other Info:
  1. Favorite food: BBQ
  2. What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever given? Practice how you play
  3. What game or movie universe would you live in? Harry Potter
Brian Cuneo, PE, RCDD

Brian Cuneo, PE, RCDD

Technology Project Manager

Brian Cuneo, PE, RCDD

(775) 826-9010 Ext.8824


Hometown: San Rafael, California

Education: Master of Science in Construction Management and Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley

Years of Experience: 34

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: Skiing and mountain biking
  2. Favorite band: Eagles
  3. Something you’ve been meaning to try but haven’t gotten the chance to: Kite surfing
Bryan Dagerman, PE

Bryan Dagerman, PE

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Bryan Dagerman, PE

(775) 826-9010 Ext.8828


Hometown: Las Vegas, Nevada

Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Nevada, Reno

Years of Experience: 17

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: Skiing! I grew up skiing and after college, I stopped for a while, but now I’ve gotten back into it. I’m getting my kids into it as well just like my parents did for me, it has been a lot of fun.
  2. Favorite food: I love Mexican food, so tacos
  3. Most interesting place you’ve been: Washington DC is super fun to visit. I love the history and tons of free museums to explore.
Craig Carroll, SET

Craig Carroll, SET

Senior Electrical Designer

Craig Carroll, SET

(775) 826-9010 Ext.8819


Hometown: Reno, Nevada

Education: IBEW/NJATC

Years of Experience: 23

Other Info:
  1. Favorite band: Portugal. The Man
  2. Best way to relax after a stressful day: Going to the gym/working out
  3. Favorite pastime/hobby: Brewing (and drinking) beer
Dan Rummel

Dan Rummel

Project Management Assistant

Dan Rummel

(720) 481-3290 x1003


Hometown: Cambria, California

Education: Bachelor of Arts in Government from California State University, Sacramento

Years of Experience: 15

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: Going to the movies.
  2. Most interesting place you’ve been?: Batu Cave, Malaysia
  3. Something you’ve crossed off your bucket list: Snow skiing in Dubai, U.A.E.
Dillon Waters

Dillon Waters

Drafter

Dillon Waters

(720) 481-3290 Ext.3162


Hometown: Nemaha, Iowa

Education: Associates Degree from Des Moines Area Community College

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: Video games and board games
  2. Something you’ve crossed off your bucket list: Skydiving
  3. What game or movie universe would you live in?: Star Wars
Hannah Rico

Hannah Rico

Denver Office Manager, Marketing Coordinator

Hannah Rico

(720) 481-3290 Ext.3289


Hometown: Hanover, Pennsylvania

Education: Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Millersville University

Other Info:
  1. Best way to relax after a stressful day: Walking my dogs, MBSR
  2. Favorite pastime/hobby: Working with my hands
  3. Favorite food: Homemade salsa
Hayden Schmidt

Hayden Schmidt

Electrical Designer

Hayden Schmidt

(720) 481-3290 Ext.3295


Hometown: Sedalia, Colorado

Education: NJATC (National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee)

Years of Experience: 9

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: Hunting and camping with my family
  2. Favorite Food: Steak and potatoes
  3. What dumb accomplishment are you most proud of?: Getting ready for work in the morning without waking up my wife or baby
Hector Sariñana

Hector Sariñana

Drafter

Hector Sariñana

(720) 481-3290 Ext.3165


Hometown: Goodland, Kansas

Education: Associate of Applied Science in Engineering Technology from Northwest Tech

Other Info:
  1. Best way to relax after a stressful day: Long run and exercise
  2. Something you’ve been meaning to try but haven’t gotten the chance to: Archery and bowhunting
  3. What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever given? “Be water, my friend.” – Bruce Lee
Imee Defiesta

Imee Defiesta

Electrical Designer

Imee Defiesta

(775) 826-9010 x8818


Hometown: Santa Maria, Iloco Sur, Philippines

Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Nevada, Reno

Years of Experience: 6

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: Journaling, Planning, Scrapbooking, Photography, and Gaming
  2. Dream Vacation:  Tokyo, Japan (Disney Japan!)
  3. What game or movie universe would you live in?  Harry Potter
Jon Murphy, PE

Jon Murphy, PE

Electrical Design Engineer

Jon Murphy, PE

(720) 481-3290 x3182


Hometown: Hardy, Arkansas

Education: Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering from Kansas State University

Years of Experience: 8

Other Info:
  1. Dream Vacation: Lake Como, Italy
  2. Favorite Band?  Phil Collins or Bryan Adams
  3. Something you’ve been meaning to try but haven’t gotten the chance to?  Hike Colorado trail
Jose Huerta

Jose Huerta

Intern

Jose Huerta

(775) 826-9010 x8832


Hometown: Juchipila, Zacatecas, Mexico

Education: BS in Electrical Engineering In Progress at University of Nevada, Reno and AAS in Electrical Systems Technology, CA in Instrumentation Technology, and AAS in Business Administration (General) from Great Basin College

Other Info:
  1. Best way to relax after a stressful day?: Video games
  2. Favorite thing to binge watch:Shark Tank or Naruto
  3. Favorite food?:Easy, cheeseburgers, 100%
Juan Perez

Juan Perez

Drafter

Juan Perez

(775) 826-9010


Hometown: Los Angeles, California

Education: Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Colorado, Denver

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: Photography
  2. What game of movie universe would you live in? Lord of the Rings/The Hobbit
  3. Dream vacation: Backpacking through Europe, Asia, or South America
Jules Ackerson, MBA

Jules Ackerson, MBA

Business Development & Marketing Lead - Reno

Jules Ackerson, MBA

(775) 826-9010 Ext. 8841


Hometown: Reno, Nevada

Education: Master of Business Administration from University of Nevada, Reno

Other Info:
  1. Most interesting place you’ve been to? The Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Spain.
  2. Secret talents: I have not one, but two black belts in martial arts and was a competitive fighter for six years
  3. Dream Vacation: A year in Europe with a limitless budget and a motorcycle
Kent Parshall LS, LC, MIES, Assoc. IALD

Kent Parshall LS, LC, MIES, Assoc. IALD

Electrical Designer

Kent Parshall LS, LC, MIES, Assoc. IALD

(775) 826-9010 Ext. 8827


Hometown: San Jose, California

Years of Experience: 27

  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: Construction
  2. Secret Talents: Pilot
  3. Most interesting place you’ve been: Namibia
Linda Schulte, PMP

Linda Schulte, PMP

Project Manager

Linda Schulte, PMP

(720) 481-3290 Ext.3175


Hometown: Green Garden, Illinois

Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Saint Louis University

Years of Experience: 5

Other Info:
  1. Dream vacation: Completing the Camino De Santiago or sailing the Arctic Circle
  2. If you were a superhero, your superpower would be: Teleportation of myself and anything/anyone touching me
  3. Favorite pastime/hobby: Photography
Lonny Wayne, PMP, CTS-I

Lonny Wayne, PMP, CTS-I

Technology Designer

Lonny Wayne, PMP, CTS-I

(720) 481-3290 Ext.1002


Hometown: Woodland Hills, California

Education: Bachelors of Music Business, University of Southern California

Years of Experience: 10

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: Woodworking/Home Improvement
  2. Most interesting place you’ve been: Hiroshima, Japan
  3. Best way to spend a day off work? At the beach

Marcia Hallett

Marcia Hallett

Accounting & Office Manager

Marcia Hallett

(775) 826-9010 Ext.8817


Hometown: Santa Maria, California

Education: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from Pacific University

Other Info:
  1. Secret talents: I can make chocolate cake disappear
  2. Dream vacation: RV tour of the south island of New Zealand
  3. Something you’ve crossed off your bucket list: Swimming in the ocean on a horse
Mark Nenninger

Mark Nenninger

Technology Designer

Mark Nenninger

(720) 481-3290 Ext.3181


Hometown: Silverthorne, Colorado

Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology from Metropolitan State University of Denver

Years of Experience: 5

Other Info:
  1. Something you’ve crossed off your bucket list: Jumping out of an airplane
  2. If you were a superhero, your super power would be: The ability to fly
  3. What could you give a 40-minute presentation on with absolutely no preparation? How to tune your skis or snowboard
Matthew Stuart, EI

Matthew Stuart, EI

Electrical Designer

Matthew Stuart, EI


Hometown: Las Vegas, Nevada

Education: University of Nevada, Reno

Years of Experience: 4

Other Info:
  1. Something you’ve crossed off your bucket list: Scuba Diving
  2. What dumb accomplishment are you most proud of: Eagle Scout
  3. Something you’ve been meaning to try but haven’t gotten the chance to: Skydiving
Mike Bellender

Mike Bellender

Production Manager

Mike Bellender

(720) 481-3290 Ext.3170


Hometown: Sterling, Colorado

Education: Associate of Science

Years of Experience: 11

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: Gaming
  2. Favorite food: Pasta
  3. Best way to spend a day off work? At the lake
Mike Greene, PE

Mike Greene, PE

Design Manager

Mike Greene, PE

(720) 481-3290 Ext.3163


Hometown: Denver, Colorado

Education: Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering from the University of Colorado, Boulder

Years of Experience: 25

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: Outdoor recreation
  2. Most interesting place you’ve been: Inside the Great Pyramids at Giza
  3. Something you’ve been meaning to try but haven’t gotten the chance to: Skydiving
Nyaaba Apambire

Nyaaba Apambire

Electrical Designer

Nyaaba Apambire

(775) 826-9010 Ext.8834


Hometown: Ottawa, Ontario

Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Nevada, Reno

Years of Experience: 6

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: Basketball
  2. Best way to relax after a stressful day: Play/watch basketball
  3. What could you give a 40-minute presentation on with absolutely no preparation? Basketball
Reid Poling, PE, LEED AP BD+C, MS

Reid Poling, PE, LEED AP BD+C, MS

Electrical Design Engineer

Reid Poling, PE, LEED AP BD+C, MS

(720) 481-3290 Ext.3167


Hometown: Colorado Springs, Colorado

Education: Master and Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering from the University of Kansas

Years of Experience: 5

Other Info:
  1. Favorite thing to binge watch: The Office
  2. If you were a superhero, your superpower would be: Teleportation
  3. What game or movie universe would you live in? Star Wars, without a doubt!
Rob Bogan

Rob Bogan

Technology Project Manager

Rob Bogan

(720) 481-3290 Ext.3173


Hometown: Norfolk, Virginia

Education: Associate of Electronics Engineering and Associate of Business

Years of Experience: 33

Other Info:
  1. Most interesting place you’ve been: Xunantunich Mayan ruins in Belize
  2. Favorite food: Sushi
  3. Best way to spend a day off: Bird hunting
Sarah Testi

Sarah Testi

Office Coordinator

Sarah Testi

(775) 826-9010 Ext. 8840


Hometown: Woodland, California

Other Info:
  1. Weirdest food you’ve ever eaten: The food isn’t weird, but the combination of it is! When I was pregnant I loved to dip cucumber slices into chocolate pudding… and I still do it every once in a while!
  2. Best way to relax after a stressful day: Baking
  3. Something you’ve been meaning to try but haven’t gotten the chance to: Skiing or snowboarding
Savina Gonzalez

Savina Gonzalez

Production Manager

Savina Gonzalez

(775) 826-9010 Ext. 8816


Hometown: Mahopac, New York

Education: Bachelor of Science in Facility Planning and Management from Cornell University; Associates of Art in Graphic Design from Truckee Meadows Community College.

Years of Experience: 25

Other Info:
  1. Something you’ve crossed off your bucket list: Doing a Tough Mudder
  2. If you were a superhero, your superpower would be: Domino’s luck
  3. What dumb accomplishment are you most proud of?: Writing cursive backwards

 

Scott Pruter

Scott Pruter

Senior Project Manager

Scott Pruter


Hometown: Orange, Texas

Education: Bachelor degree from the University of Texas

Years of Experience: 45

Other Info:
  1. Most interesting place you’ve been: Costa Rica
  2. Dream vacation: Iceland and Scandinavia
  3. Favorite food: Mexican food
Shannon Turner

Shannon Turner

Executive & Accounting Assistant

Shannon Turner

(775) 826-9010 Ext.8821


Hometown: Reno, Nevada

Other Info:
  1. Dream vacation: Bora Bora in those overwater bungalows
  2. Favorite food: Chicken fingers and fries from Bully’s (has to be Bully’s)
  3. Best way to spend a day off work: Spa day!
Steve Villanueva

Steve Villanueva

Electrical Designer

Steve Villanueva

(775) 826-9010 Ext. 8822


Hometown: Reno, Nevada

Education: IBEW/NJATC

Years of Experience: 27

Other Info:
  1. Something you’ve crossed off your bucket list: finding my soulmate and having children with her.
  2. What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever given? Don’t forget to laugh today!
  3. What could you give a 40-minute presentation on with absolutely no preparation? Classic cars.
Tim Castaldy

Tim Castaldy

Electrical Designer

Tim Castaldy

(720) 481-3290 Ext.3166


Hometown: Bay Shore, New York

Education: Suffolk Community College

Years of Experience: 21

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: Furniture making
  2. If you were a superhero, your super power would be? Time travel
  3. What could you give a 40-minute presentation on with absolutely no preparation? How to coach an under six year old boys soccer team
Tom Robinett

Tom Robinett

Electrical Designer

Tom Robinett

(720) 481-3290 Ext.1001


Hometown: Littleton, Colorado

Education: Journeyman Electrician from the DJEATC, Associates Computer Information Systems

Years of Experience: 15

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby:I love to fly fish and just be in the mountains in general!
  2. Dream vacation: Europe, with a concentration on Italy
  3. What dumb accomplishment are you most proud of? In general aptitude tests for logic, I scored in the 99th percentile in the nation.
Whitney Pinkham

Whitney Pinkham

Drafter

Whitney Pinkham

(720) 481-3290 Ext.3169


Hometown: Ashburn, Virginia

Education: Bachelor of Arts from Western State College

Other Info:
  1. Best way to relax after a stressful day: Veg on the couch with a snack and dog cuddles
  2. If you were a superhero, your super power would be: Telekinesis
  3. What game or movie universe would you live in? Harry Potter
Zack Jernigan, PE

Zack Jernigan, PE

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Zack Jernigan, PE

(720) 481-3290 Ext.3171


Hometown: Lubbock, Texas

Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Texas Tech University

Years of Experience: 16

Other Info:
  1. Something you’ve crossed off your bucket list: Jumping out of a perfectly good plane
  2. Favorite thing to binge watch: The Office
  3. Best way to spend a day off of work? In the mountains taking pictures
Bentlee

Bentlee

Director of Pawsitivity

Bentlee


Hometown: Lincoln, California

Education: Obedience School Graduate with a Pet Degree

Years of Experience: 1.5

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: Biting the ears of my uncle and eating the insides out of my toys.
  2. Secret Talents: Running away from my parents at bedtime when I have to go into my crate.
  3. Favorite Food: Ice Cubes
Walter

Walter

Junior Pawject Manager

Walter


Hometown: St. Louis, Missouri

Education: Self-Taught Prodigy

Years of Experience: 1.5

Other Info:
  1. Favorite pastime/hobby: Eating every stick in sight, playing in the snow, licking toes, sitting on mom’s head when she sleeps, and rolling in the mud
  2. What age do you wish you could permanently be?  A puppy, because I was too cute to get in trouble
  3. What dumb accomplishment are you most proud of?  Chasing my tail… and catching it!