Mark is a founding partner of Element. His ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner has allowed him to successfully manage complex environmental projects while leading a motivated team. Mark has a keen business sense that allows him to stay one step ahead of a challenge. His ability to see a project through, by maximizing site utilization and increasing cost-effectiveness has proved beneficial to our clients time and time again. He has over twenty years of experience overseeing and providing environmental geological consulting services to include Act 2 management, environmental risk management, and remedial action services. As an appointed member of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PaDEP) Cleanup Standards Scientific Advisory Board (CSSAB), Mark has firsthand experience in developing statewide health standards and determining the appropriate statistically and scientifically valid procedures to be used in the State’s voluntary cleanup program (Act2). In his free time, you’ll most likely find Mark restoring classic American cars. Otherwise, he can be found camping out with his family or hitting the slopes depending on the time of the year.

Dan, one of the founding partners of Element, is responsible for the growth, stability and direction of our services. Dan’s technical background stands out as you notice his ability to draw you in and shift a conversation between technical jargon to casual talk without skipping a beat. He’s a natural at building strong business relationships and responding to our clients’ needs as they arise. He ensures Element’s projects are carried out efficiently and on time. Quickly after meeting Dan, you’ll realize he’s someone you want on your team. Clients trust that he’ll get the job done right every time. He’s responsive and great at bringing out the best in his team. He’s an industry professional with over twenty-five years of experience in environmental health, specializing in Indoor Air Quality and Hazardous Materials Consulting. He has successfully managed complex multidisciplined projects to include developing asbestos abatement strategies, managing hazardous materials, remediation projects and implementing sound control measures designed to protect the public’s health.  When he’s in town, you might find Dan perfecting his swing out on the green or reliving his power lifting days at the gym.

Dave’s keen attention to detail ensures every project is successful and completed on time. Dave’s our indoor air quality hazardous materials expert with over twenty years of experience in the industry. If you’re concerned with lead or asbestos issues, Dave has you covered. He’s a pro at designing abatement projects and churning out specs. He’s excellent at arranging and organizing complex problems to make sure a project is completed on time. He manages and coordinates all IAQ field related services ensuring that IAQ operations are up and running smoothly. Dave’s the one we go to when we need an extra set of eyes or another opinion on a project. He’s always able to find common ground that satisfies both the client’s project needs and meet’s regulatory compliance. Dave winds down by spending time outside, trekking the hills of Berks County or spending a long weekend camping in the great outdoors.

Brooke’s ability to absorb complex information quickly ensures all aspects of a project are captured in the field to help deliver a successful project every time. Brooke has been a member of our team since 2013 where she started as an intern as a college student. Upon graduating from Millersville University in 2015 with a B.S. in Geology she was welcomed as a fulltime member of our team before earing her Masters at NC State. Her attention to detail, outstanding writing skills and ability to learn new tasks has made her a valuable asset to Element. Brooke is interested in learning all facets of geology to include, but not limited to brownfield redevelopment, hazardous materials investigations, hydrogeology, and water resource protection. Brooke’s primary responsibilities include conducting Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, performing soil, groundwater, and vapor intrusion investigations, plume stability analysis, and a variety of field related services.

In her free time, Brooke enjoys hiking with her Dalmatian Max and kayaking around Central PA. You never know, you may catch her at a Baltimore Orioles game if you’re down in Maryland. She’s an advocate for Alzheimer’s research and regularly participates in fundraising activities for the Alzheimer’s Association of Lancaster. She also serves on the board of the Spring Grove Area Scholarship Fund.