Our Office Has Moved
December 13, 2024
Our Team
Francis DiGuiseppe
CEO
Francis began his electrical career in 1976, working his way up through the IBEW “R” program and Apprenticeship program. Developing his skills as journeyman and a foreman, Francis became a project manager and systems designer in 1986. For the subsequent 19 years, Francis developed and managed electrical construction and service projects in government, military, datacenter, commercial, and stadium facilities.
With a track record of successfully managing an ever-changing work portfolio of 10 to 20 million dollars, Francis developed a reputation of bringing projects in on time and under budget. Taking the lessons learned from his thirty years in the industry, Francis self-funded the creation of Specified Electrical Systems, LLC in 2005. Since then, he has grown Specified Electric to over 200 employees installing lighting, gear, fire alarm, building automation, and HVAC Controls.
Contact Francis: [email protected]
Norm Strickland
President
Norm has been a member of I.B.E.W Local #26 since 1991. Norm holds a Maryland master electrician license, and is also NICET Level #IV for fire protection engineering. Some of his project experience includes; Fire Alarm upgrades at the Miller Senate office building, Franklin Court, and The Westin Hotel on Embassy Row in Washington, DC. Norm was the general foreman for the 2001 & 2004 multi-million dollar improvements to FedEx Field as well as the St. Mary’s Hospital expansion in Leonardtown, Md. In 2006, Norm made the transition to project manager and estimator.
Contact Norm: [email protected]
Richard Griffin
senior Vice President
Rick has close to a decade of experience working for the I.B.E.W Local #26. He has been involved in a variety of projects covering many aspects of the trade including the expansion of FedEx field in 2001. Along with his experience in the field and office, he has a bachelor’s degree from Pennsylvania State University in Labor and Industrial Relations with a minor in Dispute Resolution Management. He is a dedicated and driven individual who will do whatever is necessary to ensure the satisfaction of everyone involved.
Contact Rick: [email protected]
Brian Sheckells
operations vice president
Brian joined the I.B.E.W Local #26 in 1996. Classified as an A-Journeyman by Local #26, Brian holds a state Journeyman Electrical license in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and Virginia. Joining Specified Electrical Systems in 2011, Brian led various-sized projects before stepping into the Labor Superintendent role with Specified in 2015. Brian has assisted in the growth of the company as well as the creation and expansion of its service, fire alarm, building automation, and prefabrication divisions. As an essential member of the management team in 2023, Brian was named Vice President of Operations.
“Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try”
Contact Brian: [email protected]
Lindi Romine
chief financial officer
Lindi joined the Specified Electrical team in 2007, bringing nearly 10 years of experience in office management. Lindi oversees the day-to-day office duties, including payroll, human resources, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
Contact Lindi: [email protected]
Tim abell
lead estimator
Tim began his career in the electrical field in 1990. With 35+ years of experience, Tim has been involved with various-sized projects covering a vast array of specialized fields, including, but not limited to, fire alarm systems, building automation systems, Phillips CT and MRI equipment installations, and much more. Tim is a licensed electrical Journeyman in the state of Maryland as well as the District of Columbia. Tim Joined the Specified team in 2010. He was the General Foreman for multiple million-dollar-plus projects throughout DC, MD, and VA. In 2022 Tim moved into the office and joined our Estimating team. Tim’s attention to detail and work ethic are second to none. Tim now leads his valued team members to collaborate and handle hundreds of estimates each year.
Contact Tim: [email protected]
Danny Millsaps
fire alarm manager
Danny began his journey in the electrical trade at a vocational trade school from 1997-2000. After that, Danny was enrolled as an Apprentice in the IBEW Local 26 apprenticeship program from 2002-2007. Danny has been a full-time electrician for the past 25 years (specializing in fire alarm for 18 years). Danny joined the Specified team in 2021, where he served in many roles, including as a service technician, large project foreman, project manager, designer, and programmer. Some of Danny’s notable projects include the Potomac Mills Mall fire alarm renovation (Foreman/ Programmer), Warner Building & Theatre fire alarm renovation (Foreman/ Programmer), MGM National Harbor fire alarm installation finished out the construction installation and final testing (Service technician), USNA 250A Fire alarm/ MNS replacement project (Project Manager). Danny currently holds the following certifications: NICET – Fire Alarm Systems Level IV & NICET – Inspection and Testing of Fire Alarm Systems Level II, Certificate Number 121697; Maryland Journey Statewide Electrician, Certificate Number 26107.
Contact Danny: [email protected]
Chad VanReenen
senior project manager/automation
Chad joined the Specified Electrical Systems team in 2018. He was the General Foreman for million-dollar-plus projects throughout DC, MD, and VA. Chad now manages Specified’s Building Automation Division and has overseen its growth and development firsthand. His attention to detail and persistence are reflected in every project he is involved in.
Contact Chad: [email protected]
Brandon Kaelin
senior project manage
Brandon joined the I.B.E.W. Local #26 in 1995 and graduated from the electrical apprenticeship program in 2001. Upon graduating, Brandon worked as a project manager for Fischbach and Moore and spent time in the field as a foreman and sub-foreman on various electrical projects. Prior to joining Specified Electric in May of 2018, Brandon was self-employed for 15 years. Brandon started with Specified Electrical Systems in May of 2018 as a Project Manager and has managed many projects over the years in various fields and sizes.
“I have had the pleasure of working with some great electrical talent, whether in the field or in the office. One thing I enjoy about working here is the ability to create and maintain a small company atmosphere while continually growing and adding new employees. I currently hold an Electrical Master’s license in Maryland and Virginia.”
Contact Brandon: [email protected]
Matt Sample
Service Manager
Matt has been a member of IBEW Local #26 since 2007. Matt spent time working for Specified Electrical Systems during the 3rd year of his apprenticeship program. After graduating from the program in 2013, Matt spent the beginning few years of his Journeyman career as a service technician, working on fire alarm systems as well as various electrical projects. Just 3 years after graduation, Matt became a Service Manager/Account Manager in 2016. Matt rejoined the Specified team in 2023 as our Service Manager. Matt holds a NICET level 3 FAS, level 2 in fire alarm systems testing, level 1 in water-based systems testing, as well as a DC electrical Journeyman’s license. Matt enjoys the outdoors, spending most of his time with his wife, children, and animals.
Contact Matt: [email protected]
Mike Haugan
Superintendent
Mike has been a member of I.B.E.W Local #26 since 2014. He is a second generation IBEW Local 26 electrician. Mike finished the apprenticeship program in 2020, 2nd in his class. Before becoming a member of the I.B.E.W he completed a bachelor’s degree at West Virginia University. Mike also served in the United States Army where he deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Mike has been with Specified since 2018 working from apprentice to foreman before taking over as superintendent in September of 2023. He has been involved in a variety of projects covering many aspects of the trade including the lighting upgrade at the Air Force Memorial. Mike holds journeyman licenses in the District of Columbia and the State of Maryland. Mike also holds a NICET Level II certification in fire alarm systems. While not working Mike enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 boys.
Contact Mike: [email protected]
John Mills
Prefab Manager
John has been in the electrical trade since 1995 and has performed and participated in various projects of different sizes throughout those 29 years. John joined the Specified team in 2018 as a Foreman and was instrumental in the success of multiple projects. John is a highly valued member of our staff. In 2022, John stepped into his current role as Prefab Manager, where he has built an invaluable process that is implemented in every job that we do.
Contact John: [email protected]