Our Team

James joined Building Controls and Services when he was 16 years old. He has been involved in every aspect of BCS since then, including installation, project management, engineering and sales. He has maximized opportunities for BCS and grown the company by expanding our products and services offerings. He is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations and business decisions of the company. He strategizes on the direction of the business and takes calculated risks to move the company forward. Listening to customers’ requests, offering exceptional customer service and adding energy-efficient products has not only allowed for continued growth of BCS, but has also helped in building a more sustainable Kansas.

Hannah is fluent in sign language, plays the harp and aspires to one day produce the food necessary to sustain her family from her own land. She enjoys raising Scottish Highland cattle, cooking with her farm fresh eggs and designing interior/exterior spaces with her “super handy” husband. She is the mother of two children and being a mother is her greatest joy.

A graduate of Wichita State University with a background in business, marketing and account management, Hannah is the Chief Administrative Officer.

She exercises her creativity while strategically streamlining business processes. Aside from her ability to articulate the needs and goals of a project, Hannah is a skilled curator of culture. She is passionate about people, communication and bringing out each team member’s unique genius in order accomplish the mission. At BCS, she has learned to embrace new challenges, no matter how daunting they may be. It always seems impossible until it is done!

Todd has over 25 years of experience in mechanical construction, project and operations management. As the Chief Operating Officer, Todd oversees project scheduling and delegation of manpower and resources for projects. He works closely with the operations team to ensure proper training, quality work, excellent project management and clear communication internally and externally. Todd’s strong communication skills, customer-centric point-of-view, patience and coolness under pressure ensure that all BCS jobs run smoothly to completion. Through years of experience, he’s learned to listen, collaborate effectively, and manage numerous, complex, installation tasks simultaneously. Todd understands how to identify issues and address them head on. Communication is absolutely key. He is most proud of his management of the Strategic Energy and Maintenance Program at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. The team replaced 400 terminal units, retrofit controls, upgraded the central plant all while the hospital continued to function fully with no downtime.

Clint leads the team’s sales and customer service efforts. His comfort in working through difficult situations and bringing people together through exceptional communication have been an incredible benefit to BCS. Passionate and focused on growth through improving efficiency and building relationships, he is constantly fueling the team’s fire. Outside of BCS, Clint enjoys spending time with his wife and four kids. Together, they enjoy being active outdoors, watching movies, and enjoying the thrill of traveling / exploring new places. 

A graduate of Wichita State University, Mark is constantly looking to expand his knowledge. He plays a key role in the success of the sales team, working alongside team members to deliver solutions that exceed customer expectations. His professional strengths include passion and drive to go the extra mile. Mark’s background in design engineering for smaller HVAC equipment has equipped him to excel in his role at BCS.

Originally from the Wichita area, Mark is enjoying exploring his new home in Kansas City. Outside of work, he enjoys cooking, woodworking, and traveling as often as he can.

Paul Turpin is a customer-centric motivated employee, always finding answers and solutions for customers. Paul has uniform certifications in mechanical and plumbing code, along with a medical gas and backflow certification. With several years of experience in the HVAC service world, Paul can answer all of your project management needs. Outside of BSC, Paul enjoys home remodeling, traveling and rooting on K-State. Go Wildcats!

Ryan is an animal-loving, golfing, sports fanatic (with a large collection of sports memorabilia) responsible for maintaining and organizing BCS Parts Overland Park. Coming to us with a vast experience in retail public working, managing pet stores, and with six years of warehouse experience, we’re confident in Ryan’s capabilities to build strong relationships with customers and provide appropriate solutions for BCS Parts. Did we mention Ryan loves animals? He currently owns two dogs, a bird, lizard, snake and fish aquarium.

Monica is one of those rare people who can connect with anyone and everyone. She is energetic, detail-oriented, curious, and ambitious, which is exactly what makes her a great addition to BCS. Monica’s dynamic personality, partnered with her elite people skills, allows her to provide excellent client service and foster genuine, lasting working relationships and friendships.

A graduate of the University of Kansas School of Journalism, Monica received her bachelor’s degree in Strategic Communication and is a devoted Jayhawk. Married to a rival Mizzou Tiger, she and her husband, Brian, enjoy traveling abroad and hosting friends and family at their newly renovated home in Olathe, Kansas.

Delivering solutions, not compromises. Chris Betts, an avid golfer, sports fanatic and family man, works by this motto. Coming from a background in kitchen ventilation design and sales, Chris is now an eager Equipment Sales Engineer, where he promotes, educates and supports customers. One of his greatest lessons from his time so far at BCS is learning how to look at projects from different perspectives to engineer solutions that lead to better outcomes.

Jacob Bonkowski is a vital and dynamic member of our team, bringing a unique blend of expertise and charisma to his work. Holding a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, Jacob’s diverse background in mechanical systems, equipment and controls makes him well-versed in various HVAC challenges and scenarios.

Described by industry friends and coworkers as witty, helpful, and caring, Jacob’s approachable demeanor contributes to a collaborative and engaging environment. Originally from Kansas City, Jacob’s passion for his hometown sports teams spills into the dedicated time he spends coaching his son’s baseball, football, and basketball teams. As a certified Dance Dad, he is also an expert bedazzler of his daughter’s competition costumes. A true family man first, Jacob’s multifaceted personality and commitment to both work and personal pursuits make him a valued and well-respected member of our team.

Austin has been in sales for about 10 years and brings that expertise to our team as our Territory Sales Representative. When he’s not working diligently with customers, he enjoys the outdoors, playing basketball, and spending time with his wife and two daughters. They have made it a family mission to start traveling more in hopes of visiting various beaches, and it has resulted in some of the best vacations to date.

Coming from an HVAC/Construction industry background for the majority of his career, Spencer is excited to continue his journey at BCS. His strengths include finding technical solutions for customers and offering an authentic sales mindset. He enjoys being a team player and the high focus BCS puts on their culture. He, his wife, and children reside in Kansas City and are avid Chiefs fans. Go CHIEFS!

Brandon believes that to be successful, you must treat everyone you meet like they are your best customer. Fearlessly leading the HVAC Controls team for Wichita and Kansas City, Brandon understands customer needs and what it takes to develop solutions, whether by maintaining critical environment, supporting facility management or reducing energy consumption. While at BCS, Brandon has learned what real customer support looks like, and he does it well. Outside of work, Brandon enjoys his family and working with his hands.

A graduate of Kansas State University with a Mechanical Engineering degree and MBA, Evan is excited to contribute to the amazing culture at BCS. Having played football at K State from 2015-2019, one of his favorite accomplishments was starting a game vs. the Texas Longhorns, his childhood team. When he isn’t working to build connections and relationships at work, you will find him on the golf course or restoring his two classic cars: 71 El Camino SS and 62 Chevy truck.

Before coming to BCS, Mani gained vast experience working as an inside sales engineer and technician. Unlike many, Mani relishes in stressful environments because it allows him to maintain focus and efficiency for the task at hand. Mani gladly takes on any challenge that offers a learning experience, which is part of the reason he is currently enrolled in the MBA program at KU Edwards.

Nick excels at providing extraordinary customer service and paying attention to the details. He is very passionate about completing any task to the best possible outcome. In the ever-evolving facility equipment industry, Nick has learned that there is something new to learn daily and to never stop pursuing new knowledge. Before joining the BCS team, Nick inspected and repaired fire/smoke dampers for five years in over 100 hospital facilities across 13 states and has experience working in an HVAC distribution warehouse. Nick is married and in his free time enjoys riding motorcycles and 4x4s, fishing, hunting, being outdoors and anything that gets his adrenaline pumping!

Brian is not afraid to get his hands dirty to solve a problem. As a former consulting engineer, Brian is a hard-working self-starter, focused on how all building systems work together. His role at BCS allows him to build long-term relationships as a trusted partner to help customers get the most out of their facility investments. Brian’s motto is “No challenge is too difficult that a solution can’t be found!” A BCS team member since 2001, he has used his experience and background to anticipate project specific needs and potential roadblocks for his customers. As a movie buff, Brian’s favorite movie quote is… well, there are just too many to count!

Ben has been in the HVAC industry for over 12 years now. He is a firm believer that knowledge is power, too much information is not possible. He is a diligent note taker and excited to see how his career grows on the RLC side! When Ben isn’t dedicating his life to his work, he is attending Chiefs games as a season ticket holder. But his most prized possession is his super adorable daughter who he recognizes as “The Best Daughter in the World.” What a sweet kid she must be!

A California native, Marco has been in Customer Service for over 20 years. He graduated from Shawnee Mission South and attended Johnson County Community College. Marco enjoys meeting new people and making impactful connections. Within Customer Service, he stands true to having empathy, being honest, kind, and thorough. He is a sports nut and loves to travel all over the country to attend games.

Suited with a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Wichita State University, Lance excels in his position at BCS. He oversees the commissioning of projects and attends to customer needs that pertain to project development and solutions. Lance has learned that despite complicated systems, with the support of his coworkers, he is able to develop a solution that is best for the customer.

John joined the BCS team in 2011 after 20 years as a consulting engineer. With diverse experience through hundreds of projects in the healthcare, education, commercial and industrial building sectors, John tailors equipment solutions to enhance the performance of building mechanical systems, and is genuinely passionate about helping his customers build their best facility. After years in the industry, John has learned the importance of curiosity and patience to find difficult answers. No matter the complexity of the problem, the solution is often simple. Additionally, John has a beautiful family and enjoys spending time with them outside of work, particularly watching his kids run track. 

Dan graduated with a Mechanical Engineering Degree from MIZZOU in 2011, and has been in the HVAC industry ever since. Passionate about working with Engineers and Owners to design the best and most efficient HVAC system possible, he is a great addition to our Sales team.

Dan has a been married for five years, has two dogs, and welcomed a beautiful baby boy in December 2022. He loves being outdoors whether it’s to golf, hunt, fish, or work out. Being a diehard Cardinals fan, he already has all the red gear needed to rep BCS!

Nathan comes to us after spending 22 years in education (WOWZA!). A former Superintendent, he was ready to switch gears to the HVAC industry as a Business Development Representative, focusing on K-12 schools. Nathan has a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Fort Hays State University and upped the ante by getting his doctorate from Wichita State University! A man who prides himself on loyalty, and wanting the greater good for all, building relationships with others comes as a breeze. When he isn’t dedicating his life to work, he is golfing, hunting, fishing, and traveling with his wife and two boys. 

An old timer at BCS who has been married to his wife for 30 years, Kevin is an Owner Direct Account Executive here at BCS. Kevin leverages his 25+ years of experience in the field to help customers find solutions to their unique needs. One thing his time at BCS has taught him is that the big diversity of customers and products that BCS has, allows an individual to learn just about anything in this industry.

Striving for excellent customer care, Connor specialized in Desigo Migrations and has now moved to the sales side where he can assert his exceptional customer relations skills. Never looking at the same problem twice, Connor is driven to find a solution for any and all challenges thrown his way. Outside of BCS, Connor enjoys working on cars and writing music!

Zach graduated from the University of Kansas with his BS in Mechanical Engineering. He was born in Des Moines, IA but grew up in Overland Park, KS. His family all lives in Kansas except for his sister who lives in Chicago. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with friends and playing basketball. Zack interned with BCS in the summer of 2022. He really enjoyed the culture and people of the company. He found the work interesting and dynamic. Something valuable Zach has learned throughout his career is how to handle situations when things aren’t going according to plan and how to work through adversity to get things done. He is determined, driven, and overall an incredible asset to our team!

Mindy is a straight shooter who spits comedic gold and believes that a positive culture is everything. Happy people equals a thriving business. Coming to us with nine years of HVAC industry experience, Mindy is excited to be leading our service team and exploring the next level of HVAC and controls. Her passions are reading, fishing, listening to music, spending time with her three kids, and building/motivating staff so they may grow into leadership roles. She doesn’t shy away from challenges and looks forward to the adventure of learning new things. 

Beau is a father of three daughters, still active in the Army (since 2001), and enjoys kickboxing, working out, and jiu-jitsu. In his time at BCS he has excelled in our controls department, resulting in his promotion to Controls Team Lead. Beau thrives off a fast-paced environment and the opportunity to learn on the job daily. His ambitiously curious attitude coupled with the mindset of doing whatever it takes for the customer, has made him the perfect fit at BCS. We are glad he’s here!

Happily married with three children, Aaron enjoys being with his family, traveling, watching sports and outdoor activities. Aside from being a certified scuba diver, Aaron is an outstanding addition to our project management team. Overseeing security, equipment sales, controls and owner direct jobs, Aaron’s got it covered. Aaron never assumes anything and will take the extra steps to get the job done!

No task is too large or too small for this incredibly hard worker. Matt believes that quality work will save you time in the long run and provide better service to his customers. He is most proud of his career, his work ethic, and the chance to excel at a company he believe wholeheartedly in. Outside of work, Matt enjoys spending time with his wife and five children, fishing, and accomplishing woodworking projects.

Robin started with BCS as an installer in 2008. He then spent 5 years in Healthcare as Director of Facilities before rejoining BCS in 2013. He is not afraid to ask questions and always learns through doing. “I always enjoy a challenge and learning something new. And there are new challenges and things to learn every day at BCS.” Married for 14 years, Robin has two kids and in his free time enjoys camping, hiking, and being outdoors.

Mike feels like joining BCS was a homecoming due to his familiarity with BCS and their products/services. Mike has been in the HVAC industry since 2008, and has put an emphasis on building professional relationships. He believes it takes all sides working together to be successful, and rapport matters.

Mike has been married 23 years to his lovely wife Tiffany, has a son who is a senior at UMKC (soon on his way to law school), and two pups – Enzo (Ferrari) and his sidekick Mario (Andretti).

Every Spring, he and Tiffany enjoy getting the camper out and being on the road as much as possible!

Shane Draper got his start in the construction industry more than a decade ago, flipping residential houses alongside his brother. Today, as a seasoned project manager, he now applies that experience to his current role executing high-level, complex projects and bringing them to completion. While planning, organizing, and directing the cost of subcontracting activities can be challenging, Shane gets fulfillment by seeing a project go from plans on paper to complete materialization Shane’s commitment to his craft and hardworking attitude that he brings to work every day makes him a great addition to the BCS team. When Shane is not implementing project installation plans and procedures, he enjoys playing rec league softball, golfing on nice days, and watching the Kansas City Chiefs with his family.

A project manager for five years, Sean’s professional strengths lie in his attention to detail and problem-solving skills. He knows that fires don’t tend to put themselves out and swift, decisive action will reduce future flare-ups and collateral damage. Sean likes to unwind by playing video games or binge-watching TV shows on Netflix, especially Supernatural, The Walking Dead and Game of Thrones. But most importantly, he enjoys spending time with his growing family.

Nathan is from Colorado and enjoys fishing, camping, backpacking, and playing spikeball. A whiz at engineering, Nathan enjoys diving into a mechanical system and figuring out how to make it work. He has experience with mechanical design and construction across a variety of building types, such as: K-12, University and Commercial. Also, Go Broncos!

Matt leads one of our Controls Teams out of our Kansas City location, but also enjoys being in the field doing service work for our controls customers. He has learned through his 12+ years of working with mechanical equipment, that no two projects are ever the same and there will always be something new to learn. When it comes to problem solving, Matt is our guy! In his free time, he enjoys the great outdoors and spending time with his wife and two children.

Michael loves the collaboration that happens between departments and the vast amount of knowledge he gains every day he’s on the job. He is a true believer in diving head first to learn the most you can about any given situation. Outside of work he enjoys tinkering and working on anything automotive related!

Having already been with BCS for nearly seven years, Mike is excited to take on his new role as Equipment Project Manager! Mike went through electrical school and obtained his journeyman electrician license from International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers back in 2014, then joined the BCS family shortly after. The values he holds, such as, keeping focused, staying positive, and always being eager to learn, have made him immensely successful in his career here at BCS. In his free time, Mike is usually with his wife and two children, watching sports, playing basketball, or spending time with friends.

David Stockemer has been an HVAC Service Technician for almost 20 years. He is a yoga teacher, music producer, and guitar player. David loves to snowboard, longboard, and trek. He is very grateful for all of his awesome family and friends. David is just proud to be a part of something bigger than himself. Doing his part in society and being reliable day after day is what he prides himself on.

Born and raised in Wichita, KS, it has always been his dream to become an engineer. Chris was an intern at BCS for one and a half years and graduated from Wichita State University with an Electrical Engineering degree. He has an eye for every detail to ensure each job or project is up to par! Chris enjoys getting his hands dirty, running wire, and making connections! He’s a great team player and enjoys working with our customers!

With a Finance degree from Kansas State University, Kristine is using her organization and attention to detail to excel in her role as a BCS Staff Accountant! She thrives on doing excellent work and working her way into leadership roles, and outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family, shopping, and watching K-State sports!

Paige is a graduate from Wichita State University with a Human Resources and Management degree. Paige was a leader in her sorority and believes “You give life to what you give energy to.” Paige’s main focus at BCS is recruiting and onboarding, along with training and performance management and keeping track of our BCS fleet. She is all about teamwork and working towards what is best for the company. Outside of work, you will find Paige at the dog park or working out. One day Paige hopes to live in the country where she can surround herself with lots of dogs and goats.