Van Boerum & Frank Associates Inc. (VBFA), a Salt Lake City engineering firm, has announced that Steven T. Shepherd has been appointed president and CEO, effective July 1. Kim P. Harris will transition from operational management with VBFA and assume the title of president emeritus.
“These changes reflect the transition anticipated in our long-term management succession plan,” said Harris. “While I plan to continue to be very active in the affairs of the company, we have been developing Steve for this leadership role and he is well-prepared and ready to handle it. We are very fortunate to have an exceptional management team to work with as we lead the company into the future.”
“It is a great honor to take on the role of president and CEO, and I am grateful to my partners for the trust and faith they have shown in me,” said Shepherd. “I plan to build on Kim’s successes and will strive to strengthen the firm’s value and position in the industry.”
Wade Bennion maintains his role as chairman of the board.
VBFA provides engineering designs for mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection systems, as well as building commissioning services.