Richard A. Reese brings more than six decades of experience in the construction industry. A graduate of San Jose State University with additional studies in electrical engineering at the State University of New York, Reese began his professional career with General Electric before serving as an officer in the U.S. Army Adjutant General Corps, including deployment to South Korea. Following his military service, Reese built a distinguished career in construction and project management. His work with Owens Corning Fiberglas led to roles in construction subcontracting, becoming a principal of a major general contracting firm, and later establishing program management and owner-representative services for complex projects. His insights on project leadership and coordination were also featured in the industry publication Southwest Contractor. Drawing from a lifetime of experience navigating the evolving challenges of construction, Reese wrote "WINNING! Success in the Construction Industry" to share the principles that help projects succeed-bringing teams together to deliver projects on time, on budget, and with lasting value.