Mark earned a BSME in 1983 from the University of Pittsburgh, with a Minor in Mathematics, after which he immediately went to work for Westinghouse Electric’s Nuclear division. In 1984, he transferred to Plant Vogtle in Waynesboro, Georgia and in 1987, Mark was transferred to Westinghouse’s Combustion Turbine division in Orlando, Florida where he gained extensive knowledge of combustion turbine operation and maintenance.

He was instrumental in developing a materials packaging system and long-term maintenance program for combustion turbines, including preparing detailed proposals for combined cycle plants at various international locations. In 1991, Mark became a Project Manager responsible for the turnkey installation of combined cycle plants from start to finish, both domestic and international, with typical plant installed capacity exceeding 500 megawatts and project costs in excess of 600 million dollars.

Mark used his combustion turbine knowledge and international experience with M.G. Thomas & Associates, Inc. since 2001, supporting Insurance Loss Adjusters and Underwriters worldwide. Support included evaluation of losses associated with gas and steam turbines and generators, providing repair estimates and solutions for claim resolution. Claim values range up to 100 million US dollars and include all manufacturers.

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Bob began his career in industry during his sophomore year in high school, working as a certified code welder for a local manufacturer in Wyoming, where he was born and raised.  After being honorably discharged from a six-year enlistment in the United States Navy as a propulsion engineer, he began working in the traditional insurance market as a risk analyst.

He earned two degrees during his sixteen-year employment with Hartford Steam Boiler before transitioning to Vice President at the AES Global Insurance Company where he assumed the task of building a state-of-the-art loss control program.  During his tenure at AGIC, Bob worked closely with Mike Thomas while conducting AES equipment failure investigations, and in 2009, joined Mike’s team and continues supporting Insurers in the energy industry as a Partner with MGTA Group.

His favorite quote is by Barbara J. Winter, “When you come to the edge of all the light you know, and are about to step off into the darkness of the unknown, faith is knowing one of two things will happen: there will be something solid to stand on, or you will be taught to fly.”

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After graduating high school in 1980, Neal left the family farm and commercial construction business in Minnesota to join the U.S. Air Force. During this time, he serviced the missile fields and base facilities from the Civil Engineering department until his enlistment commitment was completed. Neal then spent 21 years working for Hartford Steam Boiler, providing loss control and inspection services, including nuclear facilities, code construction, power generation and heavy manufacturing.

He then ventured into the private sector, initially in the HVAC segment, then later developing a failure prevention and root cause investigation practice, which has served electrical power generation facilities throughout the world. In 2011, Neal joined the team serving insurers of power generation and industrial facilities as an Associate.

Neal brings significant experience and knowledge to the newly formed MGTA Group as a Partner in the venture to continue serving the insurance industry on energy related losses, while sharing the benefits of the business model from which it was developed.

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After graduating from the Massachusetts Maritime Academy in the spring of 1982, Brian began his career in the turbomachinery industry with Westinghouse Electric as a Turbine Field Engineer. In 1989, he joined TurboCare where he held various positions gaining a vast amount of experience in the day to day operation of turbomachinery repair and manufacturing facilities. This experience included estimating, scheduling, engineering and repairs.

In 2008, he became a Senior Vice President within the TurboCare Group, with responsibility for all the TurboCare facilities located in the Americas, which provided parts and services for gas turbines, steam turbines, generators and compressors.  In February of 2016, Brian retired from TurboCare and is now a Partner in the new venture, MGTA Group.

Brian, since joining the team has been heard to say “I always knew that Mike and his team had a lot of respect within the industry, but what I did not realize was how much enjoyment and pride the team has in supporting their customers. It is a pleasure to be a part of this venture as we begin our new chapter as MGTA Group.”

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TJ earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering in 2001 from Michigan Technological University before joining Siemens Westinghouse Power Corporation as a Field Service Engineer where he earned the best in class “Top Gun Award” while enrolled in the Engineer In Training program. He was born and raised in the industry while located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and being involved with the core engineering, management and union labor teams remaining from the nuclear and coal fired steam turbine construction boom and regulated power industry maintenance programs.

Rising through the ranks of the Field Service Division, his career path included the challenges of managing steam turbine, gas turbine and generator maintenance projects; combined cycle total plant new constructions; and aggressively scheduled nuclear refueling outage equipment upgrades and repowering projects. He ultimately was a founding member of an internal Siemens niche group managing the implementation of some of the most complex projects in the industry resulting from catastrophic loss events both domestically and internationally.

After almost 20 years of loyal service with Siemens, TJ decided to apply his unique skill set with MGTA Group in the support of Insurers, many associated with large catastrophic losses. His addition to the MGTA Group Team provides a younger face with excellent talents to properly support the needs of Insurers, and thereby Owners, involved with each assignment. TJ enhances the many years of experience already available from the Group with his diverse background on large projects and the unique requirements of Insurers.

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Alex graduated from Iowa State University with a BSME.  After a short period working in upstream oil and gas, he entered power generation as an Engineer at MidAmerican Energy Company.  Alex progressed into a Project Management position providing engineering and management services on gas and steam turbine overhauls along with various other projects in coal and gas fueled facilities.  In 2015 Alex entered the renewable sector overseeing projects on geothermal and wind assets for Berkshire Hathaway Energy Renewables.  Alex continued in renewables at MidAmerican Energy managing wind construction projects, solar developments, battery energy storage, and a wind repowering portfolio of over 1200 turbines.  During that time Alex continued to work special projects and assist with the fossil fueled generation fleet as requested. 

In 2021 Alex cofounded a renewable technical services company, leading the engineering efforts and major/special projects.  His creative problem solving approach supported expanded service offerings and unique solutions for customers.  Alex’s broad areas of practice enhances MGTA’s ability to support all generation asset categories with proven experience.

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Patrick possesses Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, from Oklahoma State University. Patrick successfully completed the Siemens Engineer in Training program prior to joining TurboCare. Patrick’s experience involved leading the assembly, installation, commissioning, inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and overall service of rotating equipment and auxiliaries for both steam and gas turbine generators in the field and repair facilities. His experience includes both new installation and repairs. A majority of his experience has been in Asia.

Patrick’s experience on rotating equipment and broad areas of practice will enhances MGTA’s ability to support Insurers and adjusters in Asia Pacific.

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