Expertise:
Mr. LaForrest's expertise is in facilities maintenance, plant renovation, engineering and project management.
Hobbies/Sports:
Bicycling, Spending Time with his Daughter, Swimming
Education Degrees:
Pursuing Master's Degree in Environmental Safety and Health, The University of Findlay, OH; Associate Degree in Electrical Technology, Franklin University (1988); Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, The Ohio State University (1982)
Affiliations Awards:
National Registry of Environmental Professionals; National Association of Safety Professionals; Association for Facilities Engineering; Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance; Building Owners & Managers Institute International; Phi Theta Kappa; American Society of Mechanical Engineers; Order of the Engineer; Association of Physical Plant Administrators; Association for Facilities Engineering; Building Owners and Managers Institute International; The Ohio State University Alumni Association, Inc.; Franklin University Alumni Association; Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance
Number Of Years In Profession:
27
Number Of Years In Current Position:
27
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his people management skills.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. LaForrest serves as an adjunct faculty member in the HVAC department of Columbus State Community College.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing New Construction, Ensuring that Environmental and Safety Requirements are Met
Education Certifications:
Licensed Third Class Stationary Engineer, State of Ohio; Registered Environmental Manager, National Registry of Environmental Professionals; Certified Refrigeration Compliance Manager, National Registry of Environmental Professionals; Certified Indoor Air Quality Manager, National Registry of Environmental Professionals; Certified Environmental Auditor, National Registry of Environmental Professionals; Real Property Administrator, Building Owners & Managers Institute International; Facilities Maintenance Administrator, Building Owners & Managers Institute International; System Maintenance Administrator, Building Owners & Managers Institute International; Certified Plant Maintenance Manager, Association for Facilities Engineering; Certified Plant Supervisor; Certification in the Executive Program and Organizational Leadership Skills, Institute for Facilities Management; Certification in Building Operations, Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance; Certified Pool Operator, National Swimming Pool Foundation; Certified Pool Inspector, National Swimming Pool Foundation; Certified Master Safety Administrator, National Association of Safety Professionals; Certified First Responder, National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians; Certification in Plant Administration, Association of Physical Plant Administrators; Certification, Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning, Columbus State Community College; Certification in Interpersonal Skills Management, Columbus State Community College; Certification in leadership Development, Columbus State Community College; Certificate in Sustainable Building, Columbus State Community College; Licensed Safety Professional, National Association of Safety Professionals; Commercial Applicator License, Ohio Department of Agriculture; Certified Master Safety Administrator, General and Construction, National Association of Safety Professionals; Certified High Rise Fire Safety Director, City of Columbus, OH; Certified Notary Public, State of Ohio