MARK BROWN, VICE PRESIDENT & DIRECTOR OF TECHNICAL SERVICES

Mr. Brown has more than 18 years of experience in computing and data management and has been with GSG since 1998. He manages the Technical Services Division, which handles the data work for all GSG projects and creates data management tools used by GSG and our clients. His group is also responsible for all corporate computing and networking. Mark has a wide range of technical expertise, a drive for perfection and a commitment to total client satisfaction.

JASON BUCHHOLZ, PROJECT MANAGER

Jason Buchholz joined GSG in 2006 as a consultant and project manager in the Government Services Division. He has more than 12 years of capital market experience with a focus on pension plan administration and financial analysis. His specialties are financial markets, transition management, and institutional equity trading. Mr. Buchholz holds degrees in both Economics and Political Science from Florida State University.

TAREK M. FAHMY, MANAGER OF CAPITAL PROJECTS, OPERATIONS & DEVELOPMENT FOR MUNICIPAL SERVICES

Tarek M Fahmy is the Director of Operations for the Florida Government Utility Authority (FGUA). He is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the programs and services of the Utility; overseeing the operation and development of the FGUA’s water production and distribution systems, water treatment plants; wastewater collection systems and wastewater treatment plants. He offers 24 years of progressive experience in all phases of utility management, consulting, construction, and financial management including serving as vice president of several consulting and construction firms. His experience is primarily in utility infrastructure projects ranging from design, construction to managing complete and complex utility systems. Tarek has a BS in construction engineering, MS in civil engineering, MS in construction management, and MBA from the University of Michigan. Tarek is a licensed professional engineer (PE) in Florida, Michigan, and Ohio, and is also a certified general contractor (CGC) in Florida.

J. KEVIN GRACE, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF MUNICIPAL SERVICES

Mr. Grace oversees the functions of utility administration, capital improvement project planning and construction management, executive and financial support and public/private partnership consulting. Mr. Grace was one of the first county managers in the state to obtain Credentialed Manager status, and he brings extensive local government management experience to his role at GSG. Most recently, he was the County Manager for Seminole County, Florida. His career includes over eighteen years in city and county management. His broad range of expertise in local government management includes organizational re-engineering, public/private competition, project management, economic development, capital programming, utility acquisition and operations, public finance, and planning and development matters. Mr. Grace holds a Bachelors of Science (BS) degree in Geography/Sociology from Western Kentucky University, and a Masters of Urban and Regional Planning (MUP) from the University of Illinois

YVETTE HARTSFIELD, MANAGEMENT SERVICES MANAGER

Based in our Orlando office, Yvette provides quality assurance for customer service, actively participates in community outreach programs with our clients and other governmental entities, and serves as the spokesperson on all client issues before various groups. She also manages the community liaison representatives, who work locally at the county level.

Yvette holds a dual Masters in Management and Public Administration, and she has over 16 years of experience in government administration. She is an accomplished administrator skilled in local government administration, communication and personnel. She comes to us from the City of Leesburg, where she worked as the Recreation and Parks Director since 2002.

CHANCE HENDRIX, SENIOR DATABASE PROGRAMMER/ANALYST

Chance joined Government Services Group in 2002. He has more than 10 years of experience in computing and technical systems, and is responsible for the design and implementation of data solutions and assessment data management tools for GSG clients. Mr. Hendrix holds degrees in both Management Information Systems and Finance with a concentration in Accounting from Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida.

BARBARA KERBY, COMMUNITY SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

Barbara Kerby is a Community Service Representative working on behalf of the Florida Governmental Utility Authority (FGUA) in the Lehigh Acres area of Lee County and the Golden Gate community in Collier County. Kerby has more than 20 years of experience in customer service, publishing and public relations in Washington DC and Southwest Florida. She graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications.

KATHY LINDSAY, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

Kathy has 27 years experience in human resource and financial management—expertise she uses to oversee all aspects of managing GSG’s work force. Her duties include recruiting, hiring, training, benefits and payroll administration. She also provides payroll and benefits administration services to various clients on a contract basis. She received her Bachelors in Finance from Florida State University.

MARGUERITE T. MCCAULEY CPA CFE, SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

Marguerite joined GSG in 2001 as a governmental consultant in the Government Services Division. She specializes in impact fee studies, feasibility studies, financial analysis, revenue analysis, funding allocation development, special assessments and general management consulting. Marguerite holds Bachelors degrees in Economics (BA-University of Florida) and Accounting (BS-Florida State University) and Masters degrees in Business Administration (MBA) and Accounting (MAcc) from Florida State University. She is a Florida Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).

SANDI MELGAREJO, PROJECT COORDINATOR

Sandi Melgarejo joined GSG in 2004. As project coordinator, she is responsible for the synchronization of all workflow and project scheduling between the consulting team and technical support. She monitors the progress of all projects and advises the consulting team and client, when necessary, regarding any schedule modifications, requests for additional data, and clarification on information that is used in the finalization of reports. Prior to joining GSG, Sandi’s experience was in the legal field with over sixteen years of administrative experience and over nine years of experience as a paralegal defending various governmental entities. Ms. Melgarejo received her Bachelor of Science degree from Florida State University.

DWIGHT PERRY, DEVELOPMENT INSPECTOR

Dwight has over 28 years experience in construction, inspection and operation of water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Perry is an FWPCOA Class B Water Distribution Technician, an FWPCOA Class B Wastewater Collection Technician, a Florida DEP certified Qualified Storm Water Management Inspector and has completed the OSHA #500 Instructor Course as certified by the OSHA Training Institute.

CHRIS PLETCHER, DATABASE ANALYST/PROGRAMMER

Chris is a Database Analyst/Programmer in GSG’s Technical Services Division. His expertise centers around database design, geographic data research and data aggregation/processing. Mr. Pletcher also has a deeply-rooted background in Web presentation and standards with years of experience in web site design. Mr. Pletcher received his BA in Geography from Florida State University, specializing in Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

JEFF RACKLEY, PROJECT MANAGER

Mr. Rackley is a Project Manager in our Government Services Division. Before joining our firm, he spent four years in state government, where he served as the Team Leader for the Technology and Telecommunications Sourcing Team with the Department of Management Services – Division of State Purchasing. Jeff’s team was responsible for sourcing, negotiations and contract management for enterprise wide technology related contracts with an annual spend of over $500 million. Mr. Rackley is a Project Management Professional (PMP) certified by the Project Management Institute (PMI) and holds a Bachelors of Science (BS) in Accounting and a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from Florida State University

PRADEEP SETHI, PROJECT MANAGER - DEVELOPER PROJECTS

Mr. Sethi brings over two decades of international experience with drinking water plants and waste water treatment/disposal plants, and has been associated with many other water pumping applications for the industry, including the management of large pump applications for thermal power plants, fire rescue, and others. Having worked for some of the leading international pump manufacturers and being closely involved with international consultants and municipal authorities, he has provided valuable input on compliance to regulatory authorities’ stipulations and technical issues. Pradeep has also been associated with some extensive studies for water system layouts and sump design. He holds a Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from AMU India and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Faculty of Management Studies Delhi University India.

ROBERT E. SHEETS, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Robert brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role as Chief Executive Officer of GSG. During a career that spans nearly 30 years, he has become a respected authority on topics related to service and capital projects within local government communities. Mr. Sheets delivered presentations to numerous city and county agencies throughout Florida and the nation. He graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a degree in Political Science.

STEPHEN M. SPRATT, DIRECTOR OF MUNICIPAL SERVICES

Mr. Spratt heads the division responsible for the delivery of contract services for utility management, community development district administration, capital improvement planning, funding, construction management and inspection services. Steve brings 31 years of experience to this position having served as the Pinellas County Administrator for six years and over 25 years in Dade County serving as Assistant County Manager, Budget Director, and other positions. His expertise in financial solutions, service delivery alternatives and building successful public/private partnerships will prove to be very beneficial to our clients throughout the southeast.

MERRETT STIERHEIM, SENIOR ASSOCIATE

Merrett serves as GSG’s local presence in south Florida, operating from his office in downtown Miami. As Senior Associate, Merrett’s duties include promoting GSG’s services in south Florida, governmental management consulting and mediation/arbitration services for our local government clients.

Merrett has four decades of CEO, City & County Manager and Superintendent experience in large, complex public organizations, including: Miami-Dade County (twice), Miami-Dade County Public Schools, City of Miami (twice), Pinellas County and the City of Clearwater. During his tenures, he had the CEO responsibility for billion-dollar capital facilities, including: Miami Metrorail, MIA Airport and Miami Seaport extensions, Metro Zoo, regional parks and libraries, county-wide water and sewer systems, the Downtown Cultural Complex, and Metro Center. In addition, he orchestrated projects such as beach restoration, fire and police administration buildings, and other vital improvements in South Florida.

CHARLES SWEAT, VICE PRESIDENT OF WATER RESOURCE CONSULTING

Charles has nearly 40 years of experience in all aspects of water and wastewater utility management, from direct provision of contract management to administrative services. He presently oversees the complete administrative, operational and financial management of more than $300 million in water and wastewater utility assets for local governments throughout the state. As a respected member of various executive boards, Mr. Sweat serves as Chairman of various industry committees. He presently serves as Director of the Executive Committee for SunTrust Bank, a position he has held since 1995.

CAMILLE P. THARPE, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT & DIRECTOR OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES

Camille oversees all service and capital assessment projects conducted by GSG. She also serves as project director for all revenue analysis projects and general management consulting for service delivery improvements and capital productivity evaluations. As a public speaker, Ms. Tharpe has delivered numerous presentations to city and county elected officials on topics related to non-ad valorem assessment programs and other alternative funding and service delivery issues. She holds a Masters in Political Science and Certificate in Public Administration (MPA) from the University of Florida.

DIEUDONNE THOMAS, COMMUNITY SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

Dieudonne is a Community Service Representative working on behalf of the Florida Governmental Utility Authority (FGUA) in the Orlando/Kissimmee area of the Poinciana community. Thomas brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in customer service, community outreach and special events planning, gleaned from her years in both technical and administrative divisions in public works, public utilities, and public service. Most recently, she worked at the City of North Miami Beach as a Laboratory Technician and Utility Neighborhood Coordinator. Thomas has a Bachelors degree in Biology from Florida Memorial University and a Masters degree from Saint Thomas University.

GRETCHEN WALDO, DATABASE ANALYST/PROGRAMMER

Ms. Waldo originally joined GSG in 1994, and was fundamental in establishing the company’s original database and GIS analysis systems, while working on infrastructure and fire assessment projects. Returning to GSG in 2007, after taking time off to raise children and spending several years as a database consultant, Gretchen brings a valuable compliment of data management knowledge and experience to GSG's Technical Services Division. Ms. Waldo received a Bachelor of Science degree from the McIntire School of Commerce at the University of Virginia, with a major concentration in Management Information Systems and she is qualified as a Wildland Fire Fighter.

JON WILLIAMS, DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL SERVICES

Jon Williams brings an extensive amount of professional knowledge and experience to his role as Financial Services Director for Government Services Group, Inc. During a career that has spanned more than 13 years; he has gained broad knowledge and experience in the areas of municipal management, finance, accounting and utility operations. For the past 5 years, Jon has served local government in a variety of capacities, including City Manager and Finance Director.