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About Us:
Management
The staff at Anderson Drilling includes highly experienced
and seasoned project managers, engineers, field and support personnel. With our
many years of experience, we have the expertise to provide the best solution for
any foundation or earth retention need. Our team is a valuable resource to engineers,
designers and owners researching the challenges of their particular project.
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Dan Cadenhead
President
Dan Cadenhead began his career with Anderson Drilling in 1978. He worked his way
up through the ranks of Oiler, Equipment Operator, Equipment Dispatch and Project
Manager to his current position. After 20 years of service Dan was promoted to President
of the Company in 1998. Dan’s duties include supervision of the day-to-day operations
of the company, formulating plans and policies to achieve overall corporate objectives,
insuring profitable growth, and fulfilling the company’s commitment to the community.
He is very active in promoting the drilling industry as past President of the West
Coast Chapter of the ADSC and current President of the National Chapter of the International
Association of Foundation Drilling (ADSC). Dan serves on our Board of Directors,
Employee Communication and Risk Management Committees and is a member of our Senior
Management Team with nearly 30 years of drilling construction experience.
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Kerry Casey
CFO
Kerry Casey has served as Anderson Drilling’s CFO since May 1996. His responsibilities
include financial reporting, management reporting, budgeting and planning, regulatory
reporting, banking relations, policies and procedures, and providing overall direction
for the financial operations of the company. Kerry earned his BS in accounting at
the California State University (Northridge) and his MS in accounting at the University
of California, Los Angeles. He is a Certified Public Accountant and affiliated with
the American Institute of Certified Public Accounts and the Construction Financial
Management Association. Kerry serves on our Board of Directors, Risk Management
and Employee Communication Committees and is a member of our Senior Management Team.
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Kelly Hawes
VP Operations
Kelly Hawes joined Anderson Drilling in October 1996. He has served the company
as an Equipment Operator, General Superintendent, and Tool Fabricator. Kelly is
a graduate of the International Association of Foundation Drilling’s (ADSC) Supervisor
Training Institute and Competent Person curriculum. Kelly directs the day to day
operations of the company’s field operations, implementing plans and policies to
achieve overall corporate objectives, maximizing operating results. He assists in
the establishment and implementation of corporate policies, procedures, and organizational
structures with the framework of broad corporate policy. He plans, staffs, and supervises
assigned corporate activities through department and area managers providing integration
of multiple functions into a cohesive work unit. He provides advice, guidance, and
direction to subordinates and managers toward their professional development, while
developing and maintaining thorough communications, delegation of responsibility,
and delegation of authority for the development of a competent operational team.
Kelly serves on our Board of Directors and Employee Communication Committee and
is a member of our Senior Management Team with over 20 years of drilling construction
experience. Kelly received the Anderson “Star Employee” Award in 2005 for his innovative
ideas.
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Mike Blanchard
Director of Safety and Training
Mike Blanchard recently joined the Anderson Drilling team. His safety career includes
18 years of progressive loss control and safety experience with both an insurance
company and an insurance broker providing risk management services to clients and
group members with an emphasis in safety and health. Mike earned his B.S. Degree
in Agriculture at Colorado State University. He is a Certified Safety Professional
and Associate in Loss Control Management and Risk Management. Mike is a member of
various professional organizations including the American Society of Safety Engineers
and the American Industrial Hygiene Association.
Mike’s mission for Anderson Drilling is to get and keep the Company at the forefront
of safety. He provides dynamic and effective leadership to Anderson Drilling’s safety
program.
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Duane Phares
San Diego Area Manager
Duane Phares has been employed with Anderson Drilling since October 1996. He has
risen through the ranks of Estimator and Senior Estimator to his current position.
Duane is responsible for supervising our project procurement and project management
efforts in the San Diego area. His primary function as area manger is to provide
direction of the day to day operations of the San Diego Division by implementing
plans and policies to achieve overall corporate objectives and to insure profitability.
Duane supervises all division activities including personnel administration and
performance reviews. Duane has previously served as our Director of Safety and Training
and on the International Association of Foundation Drilling (ADSC) West Coast Chapter
Safety Committee. Duane currently serves on our Risk Management and Employee Communication
Committees and is a member of our Senior Management Team with nearly 30 years of
experience in the construction industry.
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Mike Waldren
Rocky Mountain Area Manager
Mike Waldren has been the Rocky Mountain Area Manager since joining the Anderson
Drilling team in June 1992. Mike is responsible for supervising our project procurement
and project management efforts in the Rocky Mountain area. His primary function
as area manger is to provide direction of the day to day operations of the Rocky
Mountain Division by implementing plans and policies to achieve overall corporate
objectives and to insure profitability. Mike supervises all division activities
including personnel administration and performance reviews. Mike is an active member
of several industry associations including: International Association of Foundation
Drilling (ADSC), where he has served as past President of the Rocky Mountain Chapter
and the Deep Foundation Institute (DFI). Mike serves on our Board of Directors and
is a member of our Senior Management Team with nearly 20 years of drilling construction
experience.
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Mike St.Germain
Los Angeles Area Manager
Mike St.Germain has been the Los Angeles Area Manager since joining the Anderson
Drilling team in March 1993. Mike is responsible for supervising our project procurement
and project management efforts in the Los Angeles area. His primary function as
area manger is to provide direction of the day to day operations of the Los Angeles
Division by implementing plans and policies to achieve overall corporate objectives
and to insure profitability. Mike supervises all division activities including personnel
administration and performance reviews. Mike is an active member of several industry
associations including: Associated General Contractors of California (AGC-CA), International
Association of Foundation Drilling (ADSC) and the Deep Foundation Institute (DFI).
Mike serves on our Board of Directors and Employee Communication Committee and is
a member of our Senior Management Team with nearly 30 years of drilling construction
experience.
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John Yusunas
Southwest Area Manager
John began his employment with Anderson Drilling as a dispatcher in 1991. He has
risen through the ranks as Yard Manager, Safety Manager and Project Manager promoted
to his current position in March 2006. His education includes attending the University
of California-San Diego and is an International Association of Foundation Drilling
(ADSC) Supervisor Training Institute Graduate, ADSC Competent Person, and Red Cross
CPR/First Aid trainer. As Las Vegas Area Manager, John’s responsibilities include
developing, directing, and monitoring short-term and long-range plans consistent
with overall profit and growth objectives of the company. He plans and supervises
all division activities including personnel administration and performance reviews.
John serves on our Risk Management Committee and is a member of our Senior Management
Team.
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Christie Rowan
Director of Contracts
Christie Rowan has been with Anderson Drilling since March 2003. Her duties include
negotiating and executing subcontract agreements, assisting project managers with
understanding and implementation of the contractual dispute resolution process.
Christie conducts research and interprets laws, rulings, and regulations for implication
and applicability to corporate matters. She prepares and presents claims to owners
and general contractors at settlement meetings. Christie earned her BS in Business
Administration at California State University San Marcos. She graduated MAGNA CUM
LAUDE. She also stays in touch with industry trends through her active membership
in the International Association of Foundation Drilling (ADSC). Christie is a member
of our Senior Management Team with over 10 years of experience in the drilling industry.
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Dennis Poland
Director of Business Development
Dennis Poland joined the Anderson Drilling Team in January 2001. Dennis plans, develops,
coordinates and supervises business development and marketing efforts at the corporate
level for new and existing target areas. He supervises the development of major
proposals, presentations, brochure and website materials. Through him we are affiliated
with Deep Foundation Institute (DFI), San Diego Association of Geologists (SDAG),
Geo-Institute, California Geotechnical Engineering Association (CGEA) and the Association
of Engineering Geologists (AEG). Dennis received his BS degree in geology from Kent
State University and became a California Registered Geologist in 1996 and a California
Certified Engineering Geologist in 1998. Dennis is co-editor of The Drilling Times
Quarterly Newsletter and author of our Quarterly Market Report. Dennis is a member
of our Senior Management Team with over 20 years of geotechnical and construction
experience.
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Mary Webb
Administrative Manager
Mary Webb joined the Anderson Drilling Team in August 1999 as an Accounts Receivable
Specialist. She has also served as Contracts Administrator before being promoted
to Administrative Manager in February 2003. Mary supervises the corporate administrative
functions and handles workers compensation claims. She is also an International
Association of Foundation Drilling (ADSC) Supervisor Training Institute graduate.
Mary also organizes our company’s employee awards party held each December. She
is also co-editor of The Drilling Times Quarterly Newsletter. Mary serves on our
Risk Management and Employee Communication Committees and is a member of our Senior
Management Team with over 20 years administrative experience.
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Jan Millikan
Human Resources
Jan Millikan has been employed with Anderson Drilling since December 1998. As Payroll
Administer she processes weekly payroll for over 185 employees, including all of
our union and non-union personnel. As Director of Human Resources she is in charge
of company benefits and all other human resource functions. Jan is an active member
of our Risk Management Committee and Employee Communication Committee. Jan’s business
talents have taken her outside the office where she serves as Treasurer for the
East County Personnel Association Board of Directors and is a membership committee
member of the San Diego Employers Association Board of Directors. Jan has worked
in the construction industry for over 25 years. Her education includes a BBA degree
in Business Administration from the University of Central Arkansas, Lawyers Assistant
Certificate from the University of San Diego, and Human Resource Certificate from
San Diego Employers Association. Jan received the Anderson Drilling “Corporate Star”
Award in 2005.
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