Description
With more than 25 years of experience applying reliable principles and methodologies to accident, failure, and loss investigations in support of litigation and claims. This expert’s work focuses on systematic evidence collection, hypothesis testing, root‑cause analysis, and objective evaluation of technical data consistent with accepted industry standards. He has conducted and directed investigations involving aviation, maritime, fire, construction, utilities, and complex mechanical and electrical failures. He regularly collaborates with engineers, scientists, and legal teams to ensure findings are documented, reproducible, and suitable for judicial scrutiny. As Chief Operations Officer of RTI Group, LLC, he oversees investigative operations, laboratory testing, imaging sciences and quality controls designed to support scientifically grounded, admissible opinions.
Academic Background
- A. Broadcast Design and Motion Graphics
- Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, Georgia, March 2007
- F.A. Interactive Design and Game Development
- Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, Georgia, March 2006
- R.T. Graphic Design, Visual Arts Professional
- Anne Arundel Community College, Arnold, Maryland, 2001
- R.T. Photography, Visual Arts Professional
- Anne Arundel Community College, Arnold, Maryland, 2001
- R.T. Videography, Media Production
- Anne Arundel Community College, Arnold, Maryland, 2001
Certifications
- Certified Boat Accident Investigator
- NASBLA, 2019
- Mechanical Damage Roof Inspector
- HAAG, 2019
- IAAI CFI
- NFPA 1033
- The Practical Application between NFPA 1033 and NFPA 92
- The Potential Value of Electronic Evidence in Fire Investigations
- Lithium-Ion Battery Fires
- DNA
- Ethics and the Fire Investigator
- US Sailing
- Keelboat Skipper Certification, 2008
- dTective Certification Video/Imaging Analysis
- Ocean Systems, 2007