Pipeline, Facilities & Tanks

James Klyng is a Mechanical Engineering graduate from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (Class of 2015), with a concentration in Material Science. He began his career at Willbros Construction, where he focused on engineering and designing external storage tanks. In 2018, he transitioned to Intercontinental Terminals Company, managing new construction projects as well as overseeing tank repairs and upgrades. In 2020, James joined Enterprise Products Company, where he led inspection, repair, and improvement initiatives for external storage tank assets. He recently accepted a new role within the company, managing expansion capital projects. James holds an API 653 certification and brings over a decade of experience in the engineering, design, inspection, and repair of API 653 external storage tanks.

Megan has been with TRU since 2012. She is a graduate of the University of Missouri where she studied business administration. She’s worked in business development, sales, and account management, and has built significant experience in the tech industry on the software and hardware side. Megan is extremely passionate about TRU's customer experience. She pulls from a wealth of knowledge, advancing our customer-focused business environment and operations as a whole. She is continually expanding her expertise and in 2012 she received her NACE CIP Level 1 Certification.

Sara Henson is a strategy and operations leader with over 17 years of experience in welding engineering and complex project execution across manufacturing, oil and gas, and advanced technology sectors. She currently serves as a Project Engineer and Project Manager at Stress Engineering Services, leading high-impact WAAM and testing programs. Sara holds a B.S. in Welding Engineering from The Ohio State University and an M.S. in Engineering Management from Penn State. She is an active API committee member and contributor to multiple industry standards, including the additive manufacturing annex to API 582. Known for bridging engineering excellence with practical business outcomes, Sara combines technical expertise with strategic insight to drive successful projects. Her work demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing both engineering innovation and industry standards.

Holly has been in the pipeline coating industry for 35 years. She has owned her own coating company and been a NACE III since 1997. She was on the board of directors of Tulsa Pipeliners Club from 1998-2002, and was the Tulsa Pipeliners Club president in 2002.

She currently work for SPC a division of Carboline, and the Engineering Sales Manager, and oversees specifications and approvals for operators and the liaison to the pipeline contractors.

Matt Steel is Vice President at RMS Welding Systems and holds a degree in Welding Engineering from Ferris State University. Over his 17+ year career, he has worked as a contractor and subcontractor in the onshore and offshore pipeline industry, both domestically and internationally. He has led or participated in more than 75 mechanized welding projects, gaining extensive expertise in the process across diverse project types. Matt is passionate about implementing welding approaches grounded in strong engineering principles while remaining construction-friendly. He serves as a voting member of API 1104, demonstrating his commitment to safety and excellence in the pipeline industry. His work reflects both technical proficiency and a dedication to advancing industry standards.

Josh Gray is a Technical Sales Representative at Elcometer of Houston, providing sales and technical support across six states: Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. He serves as Vice President of the Coating Society of the Houston Area, where he has been an active member since 2014. Josh holds a CIP Level 1 certification and brings 10 years of experience in protective, industrial, and powder coating inspection. He stays current with the latest advances in coating technologies and inspection methods. His hands-on industry experience gives him a well-rounded perspective, enhancing his technical expertise and problem-solving capabilities. Josh’s dedication to both professional development and practical knowledge positions him as a trusted resource in the coatings industry.

Haley has over 10 years’ experience in pipeline and facilities general contracting. She recently started with ZEVAC to extend the technology into the natural gas compression space. In addition to eliminating routine venting and flaring with mobile equipment, Haley works closely with operators and engineers to apply permanent solutions to compressor units, making them virtually emission less. She has recently become engaged and lives in Houston, TX with her fiancé, Patrick and two dogs, Bear and Major.

Roger currently serves as the Regional Sales Manager at ZEVAC (Zero Emission Vacuum and Compressor). He works with operators across the natural gas value chain to eliminate routine venting and flaring through innovative methane mitigation technologies. Roger is a retired Marine Corp Veteran with over 20 years of service. He resides in Los Angeles, CA with his family, while traveling the US to help operators everywhere meet their net zero emissions goals.

Brian K. Beresford “Bear” joined Zetec Inc. in 1983 as founder of VIR Inspection LLC, as the Electromagnetic / VIR Service Line Manager. He has spent more than 42 years working in advanced inspection and corrosion monitoring. His extensive career has taken him through nuclear power facilities, petrochemical plants, naval submarines, and refineries which established him as a leading expert in his field.

Brian Beresford created VIR Systems’ contact point corrosion monitoring technology which serves as a breakthrough system for tracking localized corrosion on pipes, vessels, columns, offshore platforms, and insulated piping. He has published several papers about eddy current testing which added important knowledge to the NDT field. The four uncompromisable test bundles he designed serve to qualify analysts so only highly capable professionals receive certification while maintaining a precise and accountable work environment.

Richard Campbell is an AWS Fellow, ASME Fellow, and Fellow Emeritus of Bechtel Corporation, bringing over 45 years of welding and metallurgical expertise. He holds a BS in Welding Engineering from LeTourneau University and a PhD in Materials Engineering from RPI. A registered professional engineer, he is also an AWS SCWI, CWB Level 2 Welding Inspector, and ASNT NDT Level III Visual Testing Inspector. Richard has held leadership roles on numerous AWS and ASME committees, including chairing the D1.6 Stainless Steel Structural Committee and serving as vice chair of ASME B31.3. He has taught AWS CWI classes for three decades, delivered seminars worldwide, and authored dozens of technical articles on welding and metallurgy. Since 2022, he has contributed the Stainless Q&A column in the Welding Journal, continuing his influence in the industry.

Josh Gray is a Technical Sales Representative at Elcometer of Houston, providing sales and technical support across six states: Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. He serves as Vice President of the Coating Society of the Houston Area, where he has been an active member since 2014. Josh holds a CIP Level 1 certification and brings 10 years of experience in protective, industrial, and powder coating inspection. He stays current with the latest advances in coating technologies and inspection methods. His hands-on industry experience gives him a well-rounded perspective, enhancing his technical expertise and problem-solving capabilities. Josh’s dedication to both professional development and practical knowledge positions him as a trusted resource in the coatings industry.

Paul Spielbauer is a seasoned welding engineer based in Williamsburg, MI, with extensive experience in welding standards, inspection protocols, and project execution. He is known for leading complex welding operations and ensuring compliance with API 1104 and other industry benchmarks. His recent work on large-diameter oil and gas transmission lines has focused on optimizing quality and operational efficiency. Paul is recognized for his hands-on approach, technical expertise, and dedication to advancing welding engineering best practices. He currently serves as Secretary and Co-Chair of the Repair Welding Subcommittee for API STD 1104 and is an applicant member of the AWS D10U Subcommittee on Orbital Pipe Welding. His contributions reflect a strong commitment to both industry standards and practical engineering solutions.

John Swezy is an ASME Fellow with over 30 years of experience in steam and combustion-driven power generation systems and auxiliary engineering systems. A member of ASME Codes and Standards Committees since 1996, John has held leadership roles in Sections I, V, VIII, IX, B31, and B31.3. His career includes directing inspection services, managing ASME Code Fabrication programs, and delivering thousands of technical consultations on ASME and NBIC standards for a global client base, providing practical, experience-driven insights into ASME Codes. John was previously a National Board Commissioned Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspector and Inspector Supervisor, and AWS Certified Welding Inspector, and a U.S. Navy Nuclear Mechanical Engineering Supervisor in the Submarine Service.

Dr. Robin Gordon is a recognized expert in Engineering Critical Assessment (ECA) and Fracture & Fatigue Design. He has participated in numerous national and international committees to develop ECA and Fitness-for-Service Codes & Recommended Practices for the Pipeline, Offshore, and Petrochemical industry sectors. Dr. Gordon has authored more than 100 papers on the development and application of Fitness-for-Service and Reliability design and assessment methods. He has led a large Joint Industry Project on Low Strain Girth Weld Failures in X70 pipelines that produced recommendations on Linepipe and Girth Welding requirements and is currently involved in a number of research initiatives.