OUR TEAM

Our team is dedicated to caring for the community in every step of the process. We also have the best team around (no bias)!

Alex & Andrea Ewers

Alex and Andrea started 3 Rocks out of a desire to use engineering to serve our neighbors (both near and far). Alex originally came to Cañon City as a raft guide between college semesters when he learned to love the area and met Andrea at a local Bible Study. They are thankful to serve an awesome God in this way and work with an amazing team here at 3 Rocks. They enjoy spending time with family, kayaking, mountain biking, skiing, hunting, and hiking.

Thomas Ferguson

After spending his high school and college years in the Denver metro area, Thomas knew that he wanted to live somewhere smaller where he could pursue his career and continue enjoying the mountains. He found 3 Rocks through a mutual friend with Alex and as he got to know the company, he knew it would be a great fit. Outside of work, he loves to be in the mountains skiing, snowboarding, hiking, mountain biking, camping, or off-roading. He also enjoys disc golf, ultimate frisbee, board games, and working on his Jeep. We agree it’s a great fit and we’re so glad he’s here!

Brandon Hayes

Derek Dippon

Derek is an integral member of the 3 Rocks Engineering team. He has lived in Minnesota and Oklahoma but now chooses to live in the beautiful state of Colorado. Derek says that his favorite part of his job is the ability to be a part of building something greater. Outside of work, Derek loves to spend time with family. He is also an avid hiker, hunter, fisher, mechanic, and cook!

Ian Malone

Ian originally came to Cañon City from Springfield, MO, to work as a raft guide when he noticed 3 Rocks was a sponsor for the Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival. He began to fall in love with the idea of chasing both his hobbies and profession in Cañon City, still working as a raft guide on the weekends and became a summer intern with us. After graduating college in MO, we're thankful he is back at 3 Rocks full time and is excited to embrace the Cañon City lifestyle! Outside of work, he loves to (surprise) white water raft, ski, and play disc golf with friends.

Jackson Spencer

Fabio Samudio

Originally from Panama City, Panama, Fabio moved to Cañon City after receiving his master's from ASU. Fabio’s interest in engineering began at a young age, as the high-rise construction in Panama City and the Panama Canal expansion took place. We appreciate his perspective and contribution to our team! Outside of work, Fabio recently got married to his wife, Hilary. He enjoys going to the gym, playing video games, tinkering with computers, and spending time outdoors. Fabio also enjoys cooking BBQ and recently began playing guitar.

Tristen Beicker

We’re delighted to have Tristen on our team! With everything that he loves close by, Tristen chose to come back to his hometown and put his talents to use here! Besides work, you can find him enjoying time with his amazing wife Nikayta, staying active playing sports or being out in the great outdoors, which includes fishing and snowboarding, or spending time on his hobbies such as playing guitar, photography, or computers. Tristen is blessed with amazing parents and his awesome brother, Ashton!

Steady Brunson

Brandon grew up in Cañon City, spent some time traveling around the U.S., and married his wife, Samara, in Washington state before returning to his hometown. Time away from Cañon made him appreciate the charm and growth of the small town. He chose to work at 3 Rocks to be part of the city’s development, help businesses succeed, and challenge himself while learning. Outside of work, he enjoys home improvement projects, collaborating with Samara by utilizing her eye for design and his DIY skills to make their home beautiful. He also loves fitness, specifically working with kettlebells, and is a fan of stand-up comedy. Samara, originally from British Columbia, owns the New Era Boutique and works at Touch of Love Florist. We're thankful he's brought his many skills to 3 Rocks!

Jackson’s favorite part about his job is the opportunity to be analytical and contribute to a wider team. He finds the unique challenges and intricacies of his position rewarding, as each project requires precise attention to detail. Outside of work Jackson is an avid film photographer, and rock climber. He prefers to spend all of the time that he can outside, studying the features of the natural world, whether through a lens, or the close examination of the next handhold high on the limestone cliffs of Cañon City. We're thankful for his attention to detail and everything he adds to the team!

Steady is originally from Colorado Springs but moved to Cañon City at the age of two when both of his parents began teaching in the community. Having admired 3 Rocks and its strong culture for several years, he was eager to find the right opportunity to join the team, which came with the Research & Development department. Outside of work, he enjoys cooking, rafting, hiking, and spending quality time with his son. Steady was the perfect piece to add to our team!

Cameron Trachsel

Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, Cameron made the move to Denver in 2012 to attend college. After graduation, he spent several years honing his skills in carpentry before transitioning into surveying. Seeking a change of pace from city life, he relocated to Cañon City to enjoy the small-town atmosphere and be closer to friends in the area. Cameron loves camping and occasional backpacking adventures. Recently, he’s taken up mountain biking and is ready to explore our many local trails—scrapes and all. Around town, he enjoys tennis and bowling and sees live music whenever possible. We're grateful Cameron has joined us and brought his experience to 3 Rocks!

Dimitri Zamarripa

Originally from Cañon City, Dimitri first came to 3 Rocks as a High School Intern at Canon City High School (CCHS) . After enjoying his experience, he wanted to pursue this work further. We're blessed to have him return! He enjoys doing most anything with his friends from game nights to going down the river on air mattresses. He also enjoys being a youth group leader, 3D printing, and painting. He has a younger sister and both of his parents work in the local education system.

Ron Nies

We are thrilled to add Ron to our team! Ron will be joining us from Buena Vista and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience with him that enables us to serve our neighbors even better! He loves the location of Cañon City- not too far from BV and since he grew up in Rye, he’s very familiar with this area. Plus, he knew and enjoyed working with Alex at a previous firm so 3 Rocks was the perfect fit! Ron and his wife Susan have lived in BV since 2016 and enjoy all the outdoor opportunities. He has two daughters: Sarah, a doctor in Oregon, and Kyla, a wildland firefighter in Alamosa. He is an avid trail runner, enjoying Colorado’s many trails and can usually find a dry one with the sunshine we get! He also enjoys backpacking and hiked the Colorado Trail in 2016 and the California portion of the Pacific Crest Trail in 2022.

Randy Milam

We’re so thankful to have Randy join our team! Randy comes with an extensive range of experience needed to help 3 Rocks further serve our neighbors to the best of our abilities! Randy was born and raised in Pueblo but moved to Cañon City with his wife, Ginger, to be closer to her parents. They raised their three children here and have been active leaders in our community. You may recognize him from the court as he officiated local high school basketball games for over 20 years and high school volleyball for 10 years. You may also recognize his voice as he is currently the Public Address Announcer for Florence High School sports. Randy also enjoys spending time with his adorable grandchildren.

Morgan Heggie

Morgan wanted somewhere to work where there was room to learn and grow with a good work environment and sought out 3 Rocks! He's a great addition for us and we're happy to have him! Morgan has been in Cañon most of his life with his parents and three siblings. He enjoys hanging out with family, going on hikes, mountain biking, playing basketball, playing guitar, and listening to music outside of work.

Stewart Mapes, Jr.

Stewart is a fourth-generation native of Pueblo, Colorado. After graduating from Pueblo South High School, he attended a trade school in Phoenix and later began his career in Eagle, CO. He and his wife Amanda—his high school sweetheart—returned to Pueblo to raise their family, which now includes two daughters and a son. He joined 3 Rocks after thoughtful prayer and felt aligned with its values and it was clear that 3 Rocks was a place where he could grow spiritually, professionally, and personally. When he's not working, he loves hunting, fishing, camping, golf, and four-wheeling. His real passion, however, is archery hunting. What he normally winds up doing is helping with homework, taking kids to practice, and being a sports/dance dad-- but they still do a little outdoors. With experience since 1999, he earned his Colorado license in 2011 and holds licenses in a continually growing number of other states. We're so thankful he chose to join us!

Keith Troutman

As Keith had prior engineering and design experience in high school, he was drawn to 3 Rocks knowing he could expand and grow those skills while working in a great environment. Outside of work, he spends his time hanging out with friends, family, and his fiancee. He also enjoys exercising, riding his side-by-side, and playing video games. Keith stays very involved with his church and is a student leader for the youth there. Born and raised in Cañon City, we're thankful he's investing his talents here!

Ashton Beicker

Ashton is drawn to the ideal size of Cañon City and the warmth of this community. He was inspired by his brother's report of 3 Rocks and decided to explore a new line of work. He is passionate about photography, driving, visiting small mountain towns, and spending quality time with good friends. He has awesome parents and two delightful dogs. Also, he has always had a reptile friend, whether chameleons or geckos, and currently has a little crested gecko. We're grateful to have Ashton with us!

Nathan Curtis

Originally from Tennessee, Nathan had an internship with Engineering Ministries International in Colorado Springs years ago where he also met his wife, Serena. They fell in love with Colorado and have wanted to move back ever since. The culture, the people, and the location drew them to 3 Rocks. They appreciated the focus on humility and service to all both internally and externally. After meeting the staff here, he knew it would be a great place to work. Prior to visiting, they had never heard of Cañon City but quickly fell in love with the outdoor activities and quiet nature of the town.

Nathan has many hobbies, including being outdoors, hiking, good food, board games, and "maker" hobbies such as 3D printing, woodworking, and laser engraving! They have a son and two daughters. He’s very excited to be here and to serve the people of Cañon City and beyond-- and we’re very thankful to have such a great addition to our team!

David Mallory

After retiring from the Mile High Flood District as Manager of the Floodplain Management Program, David and his wife Ruth sought a smaller community and found Cañon City to be the perfect fit. Outdoor recreation opportunities, beautiful vistas, and the community environment drew them to the area. His expertise was highly sought after retirement, and that led to him use 3 Rocks' drafting and design services on projects. He appreciated those interactions, our clients, and well managed projects (plus, of course, the bike rack in the office!) and chose to become a 3 Rocks team member. He's also looking forward to mentoring younger engineers (not to mention not dealing with his own invoicing, IT, etc!). David and Ruth enjoy hiking, hunting, camping, photography, woodworking, growing their own food, and traveling Colorado and the American West with their rescue dogs. We're thankful he's joined us in making our team great!

Mike Strickland

Another great addition to the team, Mike lives in Pueblo West and enjoys the easy commute to Cañon City, a community he has always appreciated. He chose to work at 3 Rocks because of its friendly, outdoor culture and Christian values. Outside of work, he enjoys skiing, hunting, fishing, four-wheeling, farming, and ranching. He is married to Melissa and has two children: their son, who works as a prison guard, and their daughter, a student at the University of Wyoming.

Rob Peterson

Originally from Illinois, Rob grew up learning his trade alongside his father. He and his wife met at an Ace Hardware in Illinois and they decided to make the jump out to Colorado in 2018. While working on a Tractor Supply project, he discovered Cañon City and was drawn to its small-town style of living, abundant sunshine, and easy access to the outdoors. He joined 3 Rocks because of its company culture, opportunities for growth, and to serve the local community through quality services. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife hiking, trail running, skiing, and fishing. We're thankful he's brought his experience and talent to 3 Rocks!

Sierra Crownhart

Sierra moved to Cañon City in 2020. She was looking for a new adventure and that's when she found 3 Rocks! She has enjoyed the opportunity to learn so many new and beneficial skills, but the staff and positive work environment is ultimately what drew her to 3 Rocks. She enjoys spending her free time reading, cooking, baking, or spending time with friends and family playing pickleball, tennis, disc golf, or board games. We're blessed that she joined us!

Jake Schope

Jake is back! He originally joined us as a college intern and is back full time after graduating! He chose to work at 3 Rocks because, in his own words, "Over the course of my internship I saw qualities within the engineering team that you don’t get at other companies. Each person is dedicated to their work, focused on providing the best design for clients and family oriented. These hardworking and selfless characteristics align with my values." Plus, he'll never get tired of the view of Pike's Peak on his way to work at our COS office! Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, rafting, fishing in the mountains, and spending time with family and friends. Both of his parents are dentists in the Denver area, to whom he attributes his strong work ethic and value system. Fun fact, he played college baseball all four years and finished his career ranking 5th in all time strikeouts as a pitcher at Cornell College! We're so glad he came back!