HOME ENERGY MEDICS - Key Persons
Brian is a graduate of the University of Georgia with a BA in Speech Communications. Originally from Georgia, he came to the northern Virginia area after spending more than a decade in the Carolinas, working in special events. As a homeowner who has dealt with energy leakage issues himself, he is passionate about improving customer comfort and making homes as efficient as possible. In his spare time, Brian enjoys lifting weights, watching college football, and spending time with his wife, two daughters, two dogs, and two cats.
Colton graduated from Virginia Tech with a Bachelor of Science Degree. He spent several years as an Environmental Specialist in Maryland before moving to the NOVA area. Wanting to switch from a big picture approach of environmentalism to a more hands on approach, he decided to become an energy auditor. Someone who can get right into the action and directly help people on a day-to-day basis by helping them live in both a more comfortable and more efficient home. In his free time you will either find him in the gym, or doing DIY home improvement projects.
Dave Daly, a native of Chicago, Illinois, is the training consultant for Home Energy Medics, BPI Goldstar Contractor, and the training director for Astracor LLC, an accredited Building Performance Institute Test Center in Alexandria, VA. Prior to that position he taught vocational construction programs for 25 years at T.C. Williams HS in Alexandria He was also a Skills USA advisor for 25 years and Chairman of the State Skills USA Building Maintenance competition for 10 years.
He holds IDL, BA, EP, trainer and field proctor accreditation from BPI in addition to holding the newly recognized DOE NREL Energy Auditor and Quality Control Inspector accreditations. Astracor also currently holds a Class C HIC/CIC contractor license (#2705144769), is an NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) certified training provider, and bilingually conducts employment certification testing for LIUNA (Laborers International Union of North America), home improvement workshops for Arlington Adult Education, and bilingual contractor certification courses for Virginia DPOR.
DeLaney Wells comes to Home Energy Medics with a wealth of customer relations experience. Formerly in the automotive industry, she worked with clients face to face on a daily basis for service, insurance claims, and warranties. She enjoys helping people, solving problems, making a difference and working in the home performance sector!
In her free time, DeLaney loves to travel with her family and is also a professionally trained dancer and instructor in the Richmond, VA area.
Diego has a bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering and a Master's Degree in Education. He studied for his bachelor's in Peru and his master's in the US which is why he is Bi-lingual and fluent in Spanish and English! His passion for science brought him to become a science teacher in the last two years. He has since decided to take the next step in his career path and help clients to create the best environment possible in their homes by becoming a part of the Home Energy Medics auditor team! His passion for the environment and helping the world "get greener" makes him the perfect addition to our staff.
In Diego's free time he likes to play various musical instruments, compose music, read and write. He also enjoys playing any sport.
Luke Wallis, moved to Northern Virginia in 2012 from Cheyenne, Wyoming. Prior to his work for Home Energy Medics, Luke worked as an insulation installer and air sealer for over two years. With that experience, Luke has a terrific knowledge of all the materials and techniques used because he has "been there, done that" in over 200 homes. He is passionate about helping others and extends that passion towards his work.
Luke loves spending time with his family. He also enjoys the outdoors participating in various activities like frisbee golf, skateboarding and running. He is currently in the process of finishing his college degree through night classes.
Scott Donelson - Managing Director, President
Job Titles:
- Engineer
- Managing Director
- President
- Scientist
Scott is a veteran scientist and engineer. Since 2009 he has dedicated himself to improving the home environment and energy efficiency of residential customers. Scott earned a bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering and a Masters in Engineering Management.
He holds multiple certifications through the Building Performance Institute (BPI) and is a BPI field exam proctor. Helping people improve the quality of life in their homes through greater comfort, energy efficiency, and better indoor air quality is Scott's true passion. In his off time he enjoys traveling, bicycle riding, snow skiing and many other outdoor activities.
Taylor is a native of Memphis, Tennessee who served six years in the US Army with the United States Army Drill team. During his tenure, he excelled in both leadership and community outreach, both of which have driven his success on the civilian side. He is currently working toward a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering. He has five years of technical experience in garage door sales and installation which drove his passion in the energy efficiency field. Taylor believes that one's home should be a sanctuary and strives to improve each client's quality of life. In his free time, Taylor enjoys watching baseball, working on cars, reading, and weightlifting.
Job Titles:
- Associate
- Operations Manager
Vicki Wells has an Associate's Degree in Business Administration and over 15 years of experience in the construction field specializing in roofing, siding, windows and doors. She has been on all sides of the construction envelope with experience in Operations, Production and Customer Relations. With her heart in helping the client to achieve comfort and energy reduction, she made the jump to Home Energy Medics.
In Vicki's free time she is the Director of Virginia Commonwealth University's Dance Team, The Gold Rush Dancers. She also instructs dance freelance and offers choreography services to studios, HS and College teams up and down the east coast.