GEM TECHNOLOGIES - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
- Chief Operating Officer With
Benjamin is the Chief Operating Officer with GEM Technologies and is based in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Ben Jerrell, CPA, is the Chief Operating Officer with GEM Technologies and is based in Knoxville, Tennessee. Ben's areas of expertise include strategic business planning, financial reporting, competitive pricing models, taxes, cost accounting, and financial and operational improvements. Ben is an expert in job costing systems, general ledger design, internal control development, and accurate financial statement presentation. His ability to motivate and encourage others has contributed to the development of highly efficient and productive business operations. As such, Mr. Jerrell has personally managed many of GEM's programs with the Department of Energy and Department of Defense, and is dedicated to partnering with our clients and stakeholders to ensure that GEM is meeting or exceeding expectations with every milestone of our contracts.
Ben has over 24 years of experience in the financial and business management industry, including over thirteen years with GEM Technologies. He earned a bachelor's degree in Accounting & Business Administration from Eastern New Mexico University and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). In his spare time, Ben loves to travel with his wife, spend time with his grandson, and maximize his Pilot points for free iced tea.
Job Titles:
- CORPORATE QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER
Chad is responsible for implementing the corporate Quality Assurance (QA) Program and overseeing project quality control efforts. He coordinates with projects, divisions, and departments to ensure the independent review of procedures, instructions, and design documents. He enjoys the challenge of tailoring quality management approaches to satisfy customer requirements and achieve cost efficiency.
Chad has 25 years of experience applying QA/QC program management standards in the nuclear, fossil, steel, and fabrication domains.
Job Titles:
- VICE PRESIDENT, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Jason spearheads GEM's Business Development division. He is responsible for growing relationships with current and potential clients and teaming partners, developing and managing the tactical and strategic business development pipeline, and working with executive staff to resource load programmatic and human capital to position GEM for growth. Jason has a strong passion for targeting new opportunities and enhancing existing capability.
Jason brings 18 years of experience in the fields of nuclear non-proliferation, technical support, program management, and business development. He has supported federal missions across the DOE/NNSA Complex and with a variety of other federal agencies including the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, and Defense Threat Reduction Agency. He received his Ph.D. in Nuclear Chemistry from the University of Maryland and Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Kentucky. In his spare time, Jason enjoys traveling with his family, exploring new restaurants, and participating in community outreach to educational institutions.
Job Titles:
- VICE PRESIDENT, FIELD SERVICES
Kent is responsible for leading GEM's Construction and Demolition division. His primary responsibility is ensuring that federal and commercial projects are executed in accordance with approved work plans, procedures, specifications, schedule, and budget. He is committed to managing projects from inception to completion while implementing safety, quality, and environmental protection. Under his leadership, GEM achieved a "Perfect Record Award" from the National Safety Council in 2018, was a recipient of the "Y-12 Small Business Award" in 2018, and was recognized with an "Excellence Award" in 2019 by the National Nuclear Security Administration for his outstanding efforts in safety and performance within federal facilities.
Kent has over 30 years of experience in nuclear demolition, environmental remediation, and construction, including heavy civil, mechanical, and general maintenance for a variety of Oak Ridge and commercial contractors. He earned an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Environmental Health from Roane State Community College and a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Tennessee (UT). He maintains a Tennessee Contractor License and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP). Kent is an avid outdoorsman and UT fan.
Job Titles:
- CEO
- Founder
- Member of the EXECUTIVE TEAM
- PRESIDENT
- President / CEO and Founder of GEM Technologies, Inc., Has over 30 Years of Engineering and Management
Michael Evans, President/CEO and founder of GEM Technologies, Inc., has over 30 years of engineering and management experience with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), their prime contractors, and nuclear power plant utilities. His personal expertise includes radioactive waste processing and immobilization, decontamination and decommissioning (D&D) methodologies and costs, and licensing and regulatory support for nuclear plant systems. Under his leadership, GEM Technologies has been recognized nationally by the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) and the National Safety Council, and recognized locally as a "Top Workplace" in 2019.
Michael graduated from the University of Maryland with a bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering and a minor in Chemical Engineering in 1974 and earned a master's degree in Nuclear Engineering in 1978. In September 1994, Michael founded GEM Technologies, Inc. to expand on the services he provided to DOE in the Oak Ridge, TN area. He supervised and managed the company's daily operations, establishing company objectives, interfacing with clients, and providing management and oversight of projects. Under his leadership, GEM's capabilities and experience have grown from providing Technical and Engineering support to include construction, demolition, environmental services and facility operations and maintenance. Michael is skilled in boxing and fencing and enjoys traveling with his wife and children in his spare time.
Job Titles:
- VICE PRESIDENT of CORPORATE STRATEGY
Tim brings over 30 years of industry expereince in project management
Tim brings over 30 years of industry experience in project management, engineering, and technical and administrative support. As Vice President of Corporate Strategy, Tim is responsible for providing project management and working closely with our Business Development team to support capture strategy.
Tim has extensive experience supporting missions across the DOE/NNSA Complex, including the Nevada Test Site, Portsmouth Paducah Project Office in Kentucky, business development and contract management in Oak Ridge, and environmental remediation in Los Alamos. Tim has a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Tennessee. During his spare time, he enjoys a multitude of outdoor activities, home improvement projects, and working in his woodshop.
Tom brings over 34 years of industrial safety experience to the GEM Technologies team and is passionate about finding innovative safety solutions to keep crews healthy and safe on the job. As the Corporate ES&H Manager, Tom prepares and submits health and safety plans before initiation of construction and D&D projects. Upon project mobilization, he remains on-site to oversee work, monitor health and safety concerns, and ensure the team performs within the parameters set forth in the approved plans.
Tom began his career as an industrial hygienist for the United States Air Force. He then worked in the asbestos and lead abatement industry before moving to East Tennessee in 1994 to begin his career with the DOE, which has included roles ranging from Site Safety and Health Officer to Subcontractor Safety Program Manager. He holds a bachelor's degree in Organizational Management from Tusculum University and is a Certified Safety Professional and Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technologist. In his spare time, Tom enjoys practicing martial arts, jogging, and spending time with his dogs and two sons.