LINXS is proud to start highlighting certified firms for their work on the APM project in our monthly newsletter updates. This month, we spoke with Shawn Ariannia, PhD, PE, GE, President/CEO of Geo-Advantec, Inc. (GAI). By attending LAWA events, workshops and outreach events, GAI found an opportunity to join the APM project. The SBE-certified firm serves as a geotechnical engineering consultant by conducting geotechnical field investigations, laboratory testing, engineering analysis and providing a final roadway pavement report for the entire project area.
GAI is a local company headquartered in San Dimas and have been operating in Southern California for the past 18 years. Despite the proximity, Shawn explained that a round trip commute from their offices to LAX can still take 3 or 4 hours. He and his team are looking forward to helping reduce congestion and travel time around the airport.
This is a complex project that requires a lot of coordination, but Shawn told us that he is excited for the opportunity to work with so many technical teams and engineers from different disciplines. Shawn's team takes pride in effectively communicating with the multiple project parties and rectifying any issues by providing practical recommendations.
GAI is part of the LINXS Mentor-Protege Program which offers business development assistance through relationships with mentors. The purpose of the program is to help certified firms grow their businesses, increase capacity, and improve current processes in place for their companies. Shawn explained that the program has helped his firm build strong relationships and expand its network. Being a part of this program has also helped GAI to update its business and marketing plan to create a roadmap for accomplishing the firm's short- and long-term goals. Shawn and the GAI team are eager to see what's next with LINXS and the new APM.
Interested in the Mentor-Protege program? Keep an eye out for future workshop invitations hosted by LINXS, which will be open to all certified firms to attend. Note that participation as a Protege in this program is currently limited to firms on the project.
