News
Norvell Earns Professional Engineering License
We would like to congratulate Justin Norvell on becoming a licensed Professional Engineer in Texas. Mr. Norvell specializes in structural analysis using both conventional and finite element methods and he is well-versed in nondestructive test (NDT) methods utilized for the evaluation of concrete structures including impact-echo testing, corrosion testing, and ground penetrating radar. Mr. Norvell is also responsible for the development of technical specifications, procedures, and plans for the repair and rehabilitation of concrete structures. Justin is currently based in the WDP Austin, TX office and can be reached at jnorvell@wdpa.com. Congrats, Justin!
New Addition to Staff at WDP Austin
We are pleased to announce that Michael E. Ahern, P.E., has joined the WDP Austin office as a Project Engineer. Mike received his BS in Civil Engineering from the University of Florida and his MS degree in Structural Engineering from the University of Texas. He is coming from Walter P. Moore and Associates in Austin where he worked as an Associate Engineer. Mike is a registered engineer in Texas and a LEED Accredited Professional. Welcome, Mike!
June 2010 - Kesner Earns Structural Engineer License for Hawaii
Keith Kesner, Ph.D., P.E., recently earned his structural engineer license for the state of Hawaii. Dr. Kesner was also accredited by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) as a Model Law Structural Engineer (MLSE).
Save the Date! 2010 WDP Lunch + Learn Session
WDP will host the second annual Lunch + Learn program on Thursday, September 16, 2010 at the Manassas location. WDP technical staff will present two educational seminars and lunch will be provided. More information to follow! Questions? Contact khudock@wdpa.com.
Matthew Innocenzi, P.E., will co-chair the ASTM Task Group on revisions of ASTM C-1063 in May 2010
Mr. Innocenzi is also a member of the Roof Consultant Institute (RCI) Task Group on developing the criteria and exam for the RCI REWC (Registered Exterior Wall Consultant) certification. For more information, please contact minnocenzi@wdpa.com.
Innocenzi Elected as Treasurer for the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of Roof Consultant Institute (RCI)
Matthew Innocenzi, P.E., was elected as Treasurer for the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of Roof Consultant Institute (RCI). His term begins in January, 2010. Prior to Treasurer, Mr. Innocenzi served two consecutive terms as the Educational Director for the chapter. Mr. Innocenzi is an associate at WDP and is based in the firm’s Manassas, Virginia location. To contact Mr. Innocenzi, please email minnocenzi@wdpa.com.
Kesner Appointed Secretary of Connecticut Chapter - ICRI
Keith Kesner, Ph.D., P.E. was appointed as the Secretary of Connecticut Chapter of the International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI). His term begins in January, 2010. He previously was a member of the chapter’s Board of Directors. Dr. Kesner is an associate at WDP and manages the New York area office of WDP which is located in So. Norwalk, CT. To contact Dr. Kesner, please email kkesner@wdpa.com.

