Who We Are

Curiosity-driven problem solvers, with attention to detail and exceptional communication skills.

Innovation is in our DNA.

At Acro, Relationships Matter

We lead with integrity and professionalism with the understanding that our clients, industry partners, and team members are people first. We treat everyone with the utmost respect.

Vision

ACRO exists to transform the development industry through innovative problem-solving, personalized solutions, and meaningful partnerships. By embracing each client’s unique goals, we deliver comprehensive services and proactive communication to drive success.

Mission Statement

We provide innovative, client-focused development solutions rooted in meaningful relationships, meticulous attention to detail, and proactive communication.

Core Values

Client-Centric Dedication

(Hard work and high quality)
We immerse ourselves in our client’s goals, treating their objectives as our own. Through hard work and dedication, we deliver high-quality, impactful results.

Collaborative Ingenuity

(Communication)
We value diverse perspectives and cultivate an environment where unconventional thinking and collective teamwork fuel innovative solutions.

Continuous Growth and Learning

(Innovation)
We are committed to continuous improvement, fostering a culture of curiosity, learning, and development to stay at the forefront of our industry and best serve our clients and employees.

Excellence through Integrity

(Doing the right thing)
Integrity is the cornerstone of everything we do. Upholding the highest standards of professionalism, we prioritize integrity in all aspects of our work, ensuring transparent communication, ethical practices, and dependable results.

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Rodman

Jacob Jude

Rodman

ACRO

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Charlotte, NC

601 S Cedar St Suite 101,
Charlotte, NC 28202

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  • Civil Engineering & Site Design
  • Surveying & Aerial Mapping
  • Due Diligence & Entitlements
  • Civil Engineering & Site Design
  • Surveying & Aerial Mapping
  • Due Diligence & Entitlements
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Shelly Kulich

Accounting Manager
Home
Myrtle Beach, SC
Education

BS in Business Administration
Devry University

Interesting Job
I worked at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center on the Traumatic Brain & Spinal Cord Injury Unit.
Educational Job
The most challenging and rewarding job has been my time at ACRO, where I have been able to help great friends bring an amazing work environment come to fruition.
Karaoke Song
I will NEVER karaoke!
Self Advice
If I could give my younger self advice, it would be: Live in the moment. Be loyal to those who are deserving and don’t feel bad when you outgrow others. Never compromise your values, beliefs, morals, and ethics for anyone or anything.
Hobbies
Going to the Beach, Boating, Motorcycles, Reading & Crocheting

Marcus Magers, PE, PLS

Partner
Home

Charlotte, NC
Roots in Ohio

Education
Ohio University
Interesting Job
While on summer breaks during college, I cleaned machines at the factory my dad worked at.
Karaoke Song

Cruise
Florida Georgia Line

Self Advice
If I could give my younger self advice, it would be: Every bump along the road is a great learning experience.
Motivational Quote
Carpe Diem
Hobbies
Hiking, Traveling, & Golfing

Wendall Horton, PE

Project Manager
Home
Winter Park, FL
Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering
UNC Charlotte

Favorite Snack
Taco Bell is one of my weaknesses – nothing beats a Cheesy Gordita Crunch.
Karaoke Song

Wannabe
Spice Girls

Superhero Powers
If I could have a super power, it would be the power of flight – the ability to soar to great heights, the freedom to fly anywhere I want, and the opportunity to see the world from a bird’s eye view!
Self Advice
If I could give my younger self advice, it would be: You aren’t going to always have everything figured out in life – and that’s okay. Embrace the challenges of life and always learn from your experiences.
Hobbies
If I’m not building something in my garage, you can often find me at a local coffee shop, exploring the city by bike, or on a trail in the mountains.

Greg Hartley

Partner
Home

Charlotte, NC
Roots in Ohio

Education
The “real world”, 30 years of working in the industry is the best education you can get.
Interesting Job
When I was 13, I spent the summer helping install septic tanks. I was the smallest member of the crew, therefore my job was to seal the inside of the new concrete tanks.
Educational Job
I worked at a small-town hardware store with my dad from ages 15-18, I learned a lot about all aspects of residential construction. My dad and the “old-timers” in that hardware store taught me a lot about life.
AEC Industry
While attending college for accounting, I started working for an engineering firm as a “plan runner”. At 18 years old, I quickly realized I liked working for the engineering firm more than I liked accounting.
Karaoke Song
Not my thing!
Self Advice
If I could give my younger self advice, it would be: Don’t put off being with the people you love, thinking you will have more time later. The best life you can enjoy is the one you can live today. Just make it happen.

Will Jeanneret, PE

Project Engineer
Home
Circleville, OH
Education

Civil Engineering
Ohio University

Motivational Quote
“Send it!”
Reading
I got a huge kick out of Douglas Adams/Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy series.
Superhero Powers
If I could have a super power, it would be the ability to freeze time. No more running out of time in the day to do the things I want to do.
Self Advice
If I could give my younger self advice, it would be: Stay in shape, it only gets harder. Stop worrying about what other people think of you.
Hobbies
Spending time with family and friends, out in the wood shop, on the soccer field, on a snowboard, lost in a book, or out in nature.

Nathan Silvestri, PE

Project Engineer
Home
Charlotte, NC
Education
B.S. in Civil Engineering UNC Charlotte
Favorite Snack
Slim Jims, trail mix, and a can of ravioli keep me going!
Karaoke Song

Famliy Tradition
Hank Williams Jr.

Superhero Powers
If I could have a superpower, it would be SUPER SPEED!
Self Advice
I would tell me younger self not to be so hard on myself!
Hobbies
In my free time I can be found on the ultimate frisbee field, watching football, at the pool, or exploring national parks!

Chris Keber

Crew Chief
Home
Suffern, NY
Interesting Job

Field Artillery Surveyor (82c)
US Army

AEC Industry
After discharge from the Army, I took a position as an Instrument Operator in Florida with a Land Surveying firm and have been at it ever since.
Karaoke Song

Tequilas
The Champs

Superhero Powers
If I could have a super power, it would be Superman’s Powers. I was named after Christopher Reeves. My mother went into labor watching Superman II at the Theater.
Self Advice
If I could give my younger self advice, it would be: Start saving $ earlier and say yes to more things I said no to.
Hobbies
Hiking, Frisbee Golf, Family Time & NHRA Drag Racing

Tiffany Lawter

Designer
Home
Southern Maryland
Education

University of Maryland
and
Anne Arundel Community College

Karaoke Song

Stairway to Heaven
Led Zeppelin

Favorite Place

Cuba
Stunning Architecture and Rich History

Favorite Book

The Alchemist
by Paulo Coelho

Favorite Author
J.R.R. Tolkien
Favorite Concert
I once attended a rock concert where the energy was absolutely electric. The music genre I enjoy the most is classic rock.

Erin Lemons

Designer II
Home

Florida
with stops in NC, CA & CO

Education

BS of Civil Engineering with Cum Laude
University of North Florida

Interesting Job
Participated in a shoreline restoration project at UNF. Showed that the UNF-created “Pervious Oyster Shell Habitat” (POSH) modules are more effective than the industry standard oyster balls for shoreline restoration.
Karaoke Song

I have never done karaoke.
*insert shocked face*

Motivational Quote
Trust the process and don’t give up. Sacrifice the short term for long term goals, regardless of how difficult it might be in the moment, it’s worth it.
Goto Restaurant
Cheesecake Factory
Favorite Concert
J Cole and Kendrick Lamar are tied for best, with Chance the Rapper coming in 2nd.

Tom Miller

Surveyor II
Home
Southeast Ohio
Education

Associates in Mechanical Engineering Technology Computer Aided Drafting & Design
Zanes State

Interesting Job
Trimming live Christmas trees in the summer.
Karaoke Song

Give Me 3 Steps
Lynyrd Skynyrd

Superhero Powers
If I could have a super power, it would be teleportation, because you know how much time it would save traveling. You could be anywhere in the blink of an eye!
Self Advice
If I could give my younger self advice, it would be: Invest (money wise) in your future as much as possible.
Hobbies
Biking, Camping, Hiking, Disc Golf & Concerts

Karen Shea

Project Coordinator
Home

Mooresville, NC
Roots in Ohio

Education

Business Administration
Baldwin Wallace College

Most Rewarding Job
My most rewarding job has been raising my 2 kids.
Interesting Hobby
Cake Decorating I’ve taught cake decorating for Wilton part time through the years – I’ve made custom 5-tier wedding cakes to golf themed birthday cakes and everything in-between!
Former Hats
Operations Officer in Commercial Bank Projects Coordinator at a General Contractor
Motivational Quote

People will forget what you said, People will forget what you did. But People will never forget how you made them feel.
Maya Angelou

Hobbies
Gardening, Biking, Boating & Enjoying the Outdoors

Kelene Boguslaw

Administrative Assistant
Home

Indian Trail, NC
Roots in Ohio

Education

Business Administration
Gaston College

Interesting Job
Regional Financial Coordinator with John Wieland Homes & Neighborhoods
Karaoke Song
None. Won’t happen.
Superhero Powers
Teleportation, because I don’t like driving or sitting in traffic.
Self Advice
Listen to your mom, she is always right.
Favorite Place
Camping or glamping, sewing, reading, gardening, or just spending time with my family.

Jeff Mangas, PE

Director of Engineering / Partner
Home

Charlotte, NC
Roots in Ohio

Education
BS in Technological Studies Ohio Northern University
Interesting Job
Had a job at a clothing store while in college to spend more time with my girlfriend. Now, she’s my wife.
Karaoke Song

Famliy Tradition
Hank Williams Jr.

Superhero Powers
If I could have a super power, it would be time traveling. It was so cool in Umbrella Academy, and it would allow me to meet my grandpa Mangas.
Self Advice
If I could give my younger self advice, it would be: Don’t be afraid to take chances – that’s where you find the greatest reward.
Favorite Place
Lowes Hardware

Ed Miller, PLS

Director of Survey / Partner
Home

Charlotte, NC
Roots in Zanesville, OH

Education

Bachelor of Construction Technology and BS in Surveying & Mapping
University of Akron

Interesting Job
During high school, I worked at a Christmas tree farm trimming trees.
Self Advice
If I could give my younger self advice, it would be: Very few choices we make are life or death, make the decision and move on.
Hiking Spot
Shenandoah National Park section of the AT. My buddy and I did 106 miles in 5.5 days. Mid 70’s during the day and freezing temps at night. Brutal while you’re doing it, but fun when you look back on it.
Favorite Place
I would love to travel to Bora Bora. Hard to pick a favorite place. I want to go back to Maui so that we could hike the mountain. Last time we were there, the park was closed due to blizzard conditions.
Favorite Author
Jack Carr

Connor Jarvis, PE

Project Engineer
Home
Outer Banks, NC
Education
B.S. in Civil Engineering UNC Charlotte
Favorite Snack
Gummy Clusters and good Sourdough Bread!
Karaoke Song
If you witness me singing, the world must be ending!
Superhero Powers
To be able to communicate with animals like Dr. Doolittle!
Self Advice
Stop procrastinating!
Hobbies
In my free time you can find me reading, walking my dog, or working on my house. On a nice day you might find me on the golf course, climbing, or at a brewery!
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