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 Ewers
Alex and his wife, Andrea, started 3 Rocks Engineering 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 and met Andrea at a local Bible study. Alex enjoys spending time with his wife and three kids, kayaking, mountain biking, skiing, and hiking.
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!
Doug Fourtner
Doug was born and raised in Cañon City. We're thrilled to have his unique in-depth knowledge of the people and area on our team. He is passionate about his job because he believes it is an incredible opportunity to help people through construction-related projects. Outside of work, Doug is also a pastor at a local church and loves to spend time with his family, especially in the great outdoors.
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Pablo Bolanos
Harshitha
Venkata Reddy
Jonathon Fleck
Pablo is a valued member of the 3 Rocks Engineering Team. Originally from San Jose, Costa Rica, he moved to Cañon City to work for 3 Rocks Engineering. His favorite part about his job is that it addresses the essential needs of human beings like water, housing, wastewater treatment, etc. Outside of work, Pablo loves to spend time with his wife Kathleen, and his two sons. He also enjoys playing soccer and mountain biking.
Originally from Bengaluru, India, Harshitha moved to Cañon City after receiving her master's in Civil Engineering from Texas Tech University. When she was little, Harshitha used to accompany her dad to construction sites. She always enjoyed seeing how homes and other structures were built. Harshitha's favorite part of her job is helping people build their dream home safely and ensuring that it is structurally sound. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking and watching movies.
A fantastic asset to the 3 Rocks team, Jonathon is originally from Minnesota. Jonathon chose to become an engineer because he loves being able to serve the needs of others with his skills. His favorite part of working at 3 Rocks Engineering is the opportunity to work with Alex and the rest of the fantastic team. Outside of work, Jonathon enjoys exploring the incredible world we live in and spending time with his family.
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Hannah Green
Originally from Fremont County, Hannah is an incredible team member within our organization. After discovering that she had a natural talent for designing houses, she decided that she wanted something a little more challenging, and her position at 3 Rocks was the perfect fit. Outside of work, Hannah loves to read and watch the beautiful sunset behind the mountaintops.
Joey Gauna
Joey is from Cañon City and grew up in the construction world, as his dad owns a local construction company. Joey loved the drafting classes he took in high school and was so excited to see that we had an open position. He is an integral member to our team, making things work together. Outside of work, you can find Joey dirt biking, snowboarding, mountain biking, rafting, or doing anything else outdoors!
Jackson Spencer
Living in Colorado Springs, CO, Jackson is a fantastic team member who commutes to Cañon City every day to work here at 3 Rocks. Jackson’s favorite part about his job is the opportunity to be analytical. Outside of work, Jackson is an avid film photographer and spends any spare time that he has exploring outside.
Brooke
Van Riper
Brooke Van Riper is an outstanding addition to the 3 Rocks Engineering family. From Cañon City, she loves everything about this small town and does not plan on going anywhere. When Brooke is not working at 3 Rocks, she works as the children's director for a church in town; when she is not working at all, she enjoys spending time with her horses and spending time with her family.
Zach Strickler
Brooke Johnson
Originally from Alabama, Brooke Johnson is an amazing addition to the 3 Rocks team. Brooke and her family chose to settle in Cañon City because of the Arkansas River. She loves the rafting and hiking trails that Cañon City has to offer. Outside of work, you can find Brooke exploring with her family. Whether it's hiking, mountain biking, or playing on the river they are ready for the adventure!
Alec Cantley
Cara Kelley
Cara is a great asset to the 3 Rocks Engineering Team. Originally from Dallas, Texas, she dreamed of living in Colorado and moved to Cañon City after college. Her favorite part of working for 3 Rocks Engineering is the community that our staff has and the ability that it gives her to be creative. Outside of work, Cara loves to hike and spend time with friends and family.
Zach was born and raised in Canon City and grew up in the construction field. The construction experience he gained from a young age, alongside his coursework, has helped him to understand structural engineering on a foundational level; and truly enjoy his job. Outside of work, you can find Zach at the gym, spending time with family and friends, or practicing his singing for auditions!
Alex & Andrea Ewers
Alex and Andrea started 3 Rocks Engineering 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.
Pablo Bolaños
Pablo is a valued member of the 3 Rocks Engineering Team. Originally from San Jose, Costa Rica, he moved to Cañon City to work for 3 Rocks Engineering. His favorite part about his job is that it addresses the essential needs of human beings like water, housing, wastewater treatment, etc. Outside of work, Pablo loves to spend time with his wife Kathleen, and his two sons. He also enjoys playing soccer and mountain biking.
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.
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 playing sports or anything outdoors, including fishing and snowboarding, or spending time on his hobbies such as photography or computers. Tristen is engaged to his beautiful fiancé Nikayta and is blessed with amazing parents and one awesome little brother!
Brandon Hayes
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!
Andrew Hakes
After Andrew had a high school internship with us, he wanted to return for a full-time position as he had enjoyed the energy, people, and environment here. We already knew he would be a great fit to continue to make our team better and we're delighted to have him back! Andrew has been in Cañon City most of his life, spending his time outside of work at the gym, playing video games, or finding a new adventure to go on with his friends.
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.
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!
Jared Roberts
Jared was born and raised in Cañon City. With a love for Cañon's small-town atmosphere, Jared and his wife Alia hope to recreate a similar environment in Colorado Springs. He joined 3 Rocks for its company culture and the opportunity to expand into the local market. He also holds a minor in humanitarian engineering and aims to contribute to any overseas efforts in the future. Outside of work, his hobbies include anything music and outdoors, having hiked about 1/3 of the state's 14ers, and is a growing mountain bike enthusiast. He also has a passion for cooking and making smoked BBQ. Having met his wife through church, they both share a passion for community and worship music. They have a one-year-old daughter, Aliza. We're very grateful to add Jared to the team!
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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.
Miles Small
Miles has always preferred living in smaller mountain towns. He had visited Cañon City many times to kayak, climb, and bike the local recreational opportunities. Combining his love for the area with a new job opportunity with a great company- plus affordable housing opportunities on top of that- this seemed like the perfect community to start anew. Miles appreciates that 3 Rocks' values align with his own and has a track record of success and future potential, not to mention coworkers who care about each other and their community. He is a dedicated mountain athlete outside of work and spends his time whitewater kayaking, snowboarding, rock climbing, biking, running, and practicing yoga. He’s excited to continue growing services for 3 Rocks and the community and serve and mentor others in this role. He's the perfect addition to our team and we're thankful he chose 3 Rocks!
Nanobah Ahkeah
Nanobah was raised in New Mexico but moved to Cañon City when she was 12 for a better educational environment and to be closer to family. She joined 3 Rocks as she's eager to learn and has always been intrigued in the AEC industry. 3 Rocks offers her the opportunity to explore different aspects of her career field and discover what she truly enjoys. Outside of work, she has a variety of interests. She loves traveling to new places, whether it's within Colorado or beyond, going to concerts with her best friend, hiking with her 10-year-old yet ever-playful lab, reading, fishing, and photography. And of course, spending time with friends and family and her two fur babies, Brody and Axel. Her dad, Chris, and other family are in Cañon and also still in New Mexico. We're excited to have Nanobah join us!
Dedric Schlosser
Dedric states, "The main reason I chose 3 Rocks was that the company's beliefs line up with mine and the people are so real and genuine. Plus, the opportunities that 3 Rocks has for my personal growth is rare in this industry. Excited to see where 3 Rocks takes me." As he has been working alongside his father since he was 16, Dedric is already a seasoned expert while still pursuing further licensure. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys playing competitive soccer, hanging out with friends, and traveling to new countries with his wife, Elizabeth. They serve as leaders at their local church, where they lead a small group together and invest time in their prayer room. Married for two years, they are expecting a baby girl in February. A fun fact about him is that he has traveled around the world in just three months while doing missionary work! We're excited to see where he takes 3 Rocks!
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 girlfriend. 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. Additionally, he is one of the owners of a clothing brand that creates original designs and offers screen printing for other businesses. 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!
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!
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Queennie Beckelhymer
Originally from the Philippines, Queennie moved to Buena Vista after she met her husband, a BV native, and graduated college. She's always been fascinated by how highways and roads are built & designed and was excited to find that 3 Rocks had a local office. As our values aligned with her own and she could put her interests and degree to work, it was the perfect fit! Outside of work, she loves baking, exploring waterfalls around Colorado, hiking, bouldering, and crafting. She has 5 sisters and a brother and a son. If you get the chance to talk with her, ask her about the fascinating story of how an NBC news feature on her after a typhoon hit her city in the Philippines brought her and her husband together! We're thankful she's joined us now!
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. Sierra is also employed full time at Hope House Cañon City, where she has the opportunity to serve teen moms and build community with them. Outside of work, Sierra is enrolled in the Leadership program at Charis Bible College. 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!
Kinson Prabu
Originally from Nagercoil, India, Kinson moved to the U.S. for his master’s degree. Later he moved to Colorado Springs for an engineering position, drawn by the area's weather and the outdoorsy nature of the state. He chose to work at 3 Rocks due to its values and friendly atmosphere. Outside of work, he enjoys playing volleyball with friends, stargazing with his telescope, traveling to national parks, playing the piano, and chess. He also enjoys spending time with his family, especially his nieces. While he loves spring, summer, and fall, he’s not too fond of the cold winters. We're thankful he chose 3 Rocks!
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!
Keith Clemans
Keith has lived in the Cañon City area for most of his life and came back to be closer to family. He has observed the growth of 3 Rocks and admired the community involvement and the teamwork present and wanted to be a part of the team with its positive atmosphere, energy, and ambition. The position also aligned with a life-long dream and career goal. Outside of work he enjoys most anything involving travel and adventure – with a must for music. We’re thankful Keith has joined the team and will only improve it further!
Jackson Spencer
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!