Rick Geers' experience in structural engineering started while in the co op program at the University of Cincinnati. After graduation, he joined the firm of Korda & Associates in 1973. In 1981, he joined Jezerinac Engineering, Inc. and became a partner in 1982. His responsibilities in the firm include project management, personnel scheduling, project coordination, and quality assurance.

EDUCATION
Received a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Degree from the University of Cincinnati in 1973.

REGISTRATIONS
Registered Engineer in the states of Ohio, Alabama, Florida, West Virginia, Virginia, Michigan, Massachusetts, and Mississippi.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
American Concrete Institute
Structural Engineers Association of Ohio

AREAS OF KNOWLEDGE
Structural design and production; development of standard design procedures; development of preliminary framing and cost studies; scheduling supervision and administration required for the production of contract documents. Knowledgeable in design of high-rise construction, parking garages, industrial, institutional, educational, and health care facilities.

PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
Builders Exchange of Central Ohio:
Member since 1981;
Board of Directors - 1986 to 1995;
President - 1995;
Past Chairman of Education, Industry Recognition, Member Services, Finances, and Ethics Committees;
Instructor for Builders Exchange Education Classes.

American Concrete Institute:
Board of Directors, Central Ohio Chapter - 1982 1983