THE PALMER TEAM
Terry Chapman, Owner/President
Raised in Lee’s Summit, Mo., Terry Chapman graduated from
the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1993 and moved to California as Project
Engineer/Project Manager for Birtcher Construction, which held the national
contract with AMC Theaters for the development of state-of-the-art, multi-screen
movie complexes across the country. Involved with the construction of more than
11 different theaters on the west coast until 2001, Terry
continued to work in construction sales and management over the next five years until
deciding he wanted to return to the greater Kansas City area with his wife and
their two children.
After purchasing PALMER ELECTRIC in September 2006, Terry
grew the company into a more diverse organization with several different
divisions including Residential, Commercial and Service as well as forming a
sister company, System Integration Group, which focuses on Fire and Life
Safety, Security and Low-Voltage needs. He continues to take pride in the
company’s managers and employees who all strive to maintain the highest level
of professionalism and expertise that PALMER’s clients have come to expect over
the years.
Bo Krohne, Residential Division Manager
Bo Krohne has been with PEC since 1992 and was one of the first electricians hired at the company. He worked as a Lead Man until 1999 when he was promoted to the newly-developed position of Residential Division Manager. Bo is responsible for estimating, scheduling and administering all residential jobs, as well as supervising more than 20 field employees.
Michael Graff, Service Division Manager
Michael Graff joined PEC in 2012 with more than 30 years experience in the electrical contracting industry. Originally from Santa Fe Springs, Calif., Mike is a Master Electrician who is responsible for managing PEC's Service Department, overseeing its field employees and ensuring that customers receive prompt attention and the highest quality work for all their electrical needs.
Cary Lagrone, Commercial Project Manager
Born in Houston, Texas, Cary Lagrone was raised in Kansas City and began his career in electrical contracting in 2003 when he joined the United States Navy Seabees. He worked in China Lakes, Calif., and San Diego where he received military training in construction logistics with a focus on project/site layouts before serving two active duty deployments in Iraq. Joining PEC in 2011, Cary's duties include estimating and managing commercial projects.
David Davidson, Commercial Estimator
David Davidson has 15 years of experience in the electrical field including residential wireman, multi-dwelling communities, small tenant finishes, large commercial projects, medical buildings, educational facilities and other various projects in this field. He transitioned to Commercial Estimator in January 2013 because of his strength in recognizing the intent of projects and completing them in a timely and cost effective manner. With his knowledge and respect of customer needs, David continues to develop outstanding construction-related relationships throughout the industry.
Dusty Adrian, Commercial Field Supervisor
Dusty Adrian grew up in Lee's Summit, Mo. After graduating high school, he attended Missouri
Western State College, where he entered into the electrical field. Completing ABC's four-year
electrical school, Dusty passed his Journeyman exam and later obtained his Master's license.
Throughout his 19 years as an electrician, Dusty has gained vast knowledge and experience as a
foreman on multi-family dwellings, schools, restaurants, post offices and hotels. As PEC's field
supervisor, Dusty provides a vital link connecting field staff with our office crew, ensuring that all projects are run efficiently, profitable and completed ahead of schedule with the high level of
quality PALMER expects.
Western State College, where he entered into the electrical field. Completing ABC's four-year
electrical school, Dusty passed his Journeyman exam and later obtained his Master's license.
Throughout his 19 years as an electrician, Dusty has gained vast knowledge and experience as a
foreman on multi-family dwellings, schools, restaurants, post offices and hotels. As PEC's field
supervisor, Dusty provides a vital link connecting field staff with our office crew, ensuring that all projects are run efficiently, profitable and completed ahead of schedule with the high level of
quality PALMER expects.
SUPPORT STAFF
Debbi Joiner, Assistant Project Manager
Debbi Joiner joined PEC in July 2011 as an Assistant Project Manager to our Commercial & Service Divisions. Having studied Project Management at MCC of Kansas City, Debbi has more than 15 years experience in project set-up and tracking, change order process, material procurement, scheduling and billing. She is accountable for company and trade licensing and maintains a close working relationship with the Division Managers, Project Managers and Field Technicians.
Jessica Adrian, Assistant Project Manager
Jessica Adrian joined PEC in 2014 as the Commercial department's Assistant Project Manager. Jessica's strength in organization and multi-tasking is a valuable asset to all of PALMER's commercial projects.