In 2024, Frankie Savoy was named Vice President, Major Projects, responsible for working with clients and RES delivery teams nationwide to develop solutions involving very large-scale, complex ecological projects. Previously, Frankie led client engagement teams and solution development activities as Vice President of Sales at RES. He excels at developing ecologically and commercially effective solutions for clients based upon a comprehensive understanding of the myriad factors underpinning each client’s unique challenges and desired outcomes.

Frankie joined RES in 2010 after a successful career in upscale steakhouse management with Del Frisco’s Restaurant Group and holds a BA in Political Science from Louisiana State University.

Amy is a civil/environmental engineer based in Missouri. She has 20 years of experience supporting natural resources for the public sector. Before joining RES, she held key roles for the USDA Forest Service, the US Army, and the Missouri Water Resources Center.

Amy has unique and diverse capabilities. She prides herself on her collaborative, empathetic, and client-service-driven approach to problem solving and strives to bridge the gap between engineering and nature.

Amy holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Missouri-Rolla. She is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE), a Federal Contracting Officer Representative 3 (COR3), and a LEED Accredited Professional (LEED-AP). During her career, she has received many awards, including the U.S. Army’s Achievement Medal for Civilian Service and multiple awards for safety, performance, and achievement with the Forest Service. Her most recent accomplishment was beating stage 2b breast cancer, which compelled her to align her career with her passion for nature-based solutions.

Aaron is an experienced project manager and landscape architect specializing in green infrastructure solutions. With more than 18 years of experience, he has played a critical role in designing and implementing sustainable projects that improve stormwater management, biodiversity, and urban resilience. With a hands-on approach, he leads projects from inception through construction, delivering high-quality results.

Aaron has managed multi-disciplinary teams, overseen large-scale infrastructure projects, and developed strategic plans integrating ecological and urban design principles. His leadership has expanded design practices, increased revenue growth, and influenced regional sustainability efforts.

A recognized industry leader, Aaron has held roles with ASLA and Washington University and received awards for innovative design. He holds a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from Kansas State University.

Jack is a Client Solutions Manager based in the Midwest, specializing in 404 permittee-responsible mitigation projects and credit banking.

With more than a decade of experience, Jack has a proven track record of connecting clients with the right partners to develop strategic, relationship-driven solutions. Before joining RES, he worked with utility companies and contractors to manage ROW and site access for large-scale transmission, distribution, and other infrastructure construction projects.

Jack holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Finance from Augsburg University.

Lucas is the General Manager, Midwest working out of the Chicago, Illinois office. He joined RES in 2017 as a Land Representative for the Midwest Region. Lucas is a native of Altamont, Illinois, and attended the University of Illinois earning a BS in Recreation Management while completing an Environmental Fellowship. Lucas also holds a Post-Graduate Certificate in Real Estate Development from Portland State University and a Master’s in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of New Orleans. Lucas has over nine years of land acquisition experience having successfully acquired right-of-way and land rights for public infrastructure projects throughout southeast Louisiana with construction values totaling more than $450 million. His experience includes ArcGIS analysis, site selection, feasibility, due diligence, community outreach, regulatory permitting, title research, property acquisition, negotiation, curative title, and utility coordination.