KEO AND ASSOCIATES - Key Persons


Alex Howard

Job Titles:
  • Superintendent

Andrew Revei

Job Titles:
  • Superintendent

Cherie Estell

Job Titles:
  • Document Control Specialist

Chris Onwuzurike - CEO, President

Job Titles:
  • CEO
  • President
  • President / CEO at KEO & Associates, Inc
Chris Onwuzurike is the President/CEO at KEO & Associates, Inc. With over a decade of experience in the construction industry, his work includes 15 years with the City of Detroit in various departments, as well as 10 years in the private sector, and the launch of KEO in 1994. Chris earned a Bachelor's of Architecture from Lawrence Technological University and a Master's degree in Construction Management from Eastern Michigan University. He also holds a post-graduate certificate in Project management from Harvard University Graduate School of Design and another post graduate certificate in Digital Transformation from University of California (UC) Berkeley. Chris is a licensed State of Michigan Builder and Contractor, specializing in Project Management. His project experience includes: Educational, Amusement Park, Recreational, Entertainment, Healthcare, Shopping Centers, Strip-Malls, Gas Stations, Public Facilities and Water Plants. In the last thirty years, Chris has been responsible for providing oversight in numerous projects valued in excess of one billion dollars ($1billion).

David Uzorka

Job Titles:
  • Assistant Project Manager
  • Superintendent

Donnell Clayton

Job Titles:
  • Superintendent

Karl Nurmi

Job Titles:
  • Superintendent

Karry Korich

Job Titles:
  • Superintendent

Ken Franklin

Job Titles:
  • Superintendent

Lisa Ojeshina

Job Titles:
  • Human Resource
Lisa oversees all areas of office administration, personnel management and special project coordination. She oversees and supervises all project schedules,contractors, vendors and field personnel. She reviews and process contractor payment applications and account receivables. She ensures all certifications, insurance documents and sworn statements are compliant from conception to completion of all company projects. Lisa comes with over 15 years experience in Human Resources Management, Project Management, Contract Negotiation and Corporate Business Analyst skills. She is an invaluable member, who is dedicated to bring efficiency and punctuality to all company

Michael Firsten

Job Titles:
  • Project Manager

Michelangelo Cereghino

Job Titles:
  • Director of Construction
Michelangelo Cereghino has more than 20 years of international experience in design, construction supervision, project management and cost estimation. He is a professional who effectively builds team relationships with owner representatives, subcontractors and tradesmen. He has a very detailed and in-depth knowledge of project planning. Michelangelo has been with KEO for over 14 years. Education and Certifications Construction Management Studies, Eastern Michigan University, continuing Bachelors' of Science in Architecture, Pontific Madre y Maestra University, 1995 OSHA 30-Hour Certified in Construction Safety and Health QC Certification USACE

Ngozi Nkemakolam

Job Titles:
  • Controller

Steven Iwankovitsch

Job Titles:
  • Project Engineer

Walter Murphy

Job Titles:
  • Project Estimator