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Our Story
From a small Las Vegas firm to a diversified partner serving architectural, contractor, industrial, and transportation clients around the world.
Carlos Banchik Founds Innova
Innova Technologies is founded with a focus on contractor-friendly design, responsiveness, and technically challenging engineering work.
The Cosmopolitan + CityCenter
Construction engineering for two landmark Las Vegas developments became a turning point, creating client relationships that still matter today.
São Paulo Line 15 (São Paulo, Brazil)
Innova earned its first major international monorail break on São Paulo Line 15, supporting a partner 6,000 miles away.
Cairo Monorail Begins (Cairo, Egypt)
Preliminary engineering began for the Cairo Monorail, later growing into two major alignments and leading to the opening of our Cairo office.
Public-Sector Milestone
Innova successfully delivered its first major construction engineering assignment for a public-sector project at the San Ysidro Land Port of Entry (SYLPOE), marking an important expansion into public infrastructure.
Employee Ownership (ESOP)
Innova became 100% employee-owned, reinforcing continuity, accountability, shared value, and pride in the company's long-term success.
MSG Sphere Platforms (Las Vegas, NV)
Innova conceived and designed working platforms over the Sphere's sloped seating area to support complex installation work inside the massive shell.
New Leadership & Energy
Rob Naples becomes President of Innova, while the firm expands its energy portfolio by supporting advanced nuclear test reactor projects like Valar Atomics.
Core Values
Innova promotes teamwork, quality, enjoyment of work, and integrity. By putting these values into practice at every stage of a project we deliver exceptional service and high-quality results for our clients.
Our Leaders
Carlos provides proven strategic and technical leadership for complex transportation and infrastructure programs worldwide. His expertise encompasses horizontal and vertical structures, monorail guideways, bridges, precast systems, and mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic interfaces that influence structural delivery. Carlos has directed major assignments in Monterrey, Santiago, Cairo, Los Angeles, São Paulo, Bangkok, Hawaii, and Nevada. He is skilled in preparing design criteria, specifications, construction procedures, operational manuals, proposals, and multidisciplinary delivery strategies. Licensed across numerous states, Carlos combines global infrastructure knowledge with deep ties to Southern Nevada, guiding teams toward practical, constructible solutions from early planning through design and construction support.
CARLOS BANCHIK
CEO & CHAIRPERSON | P.E.
Adriana is a respected structural engineering leader specializing in public facilities, complex renovations, forensic evaluations, and quality management. As Innova’s Technologies Division Lead, she oversees operations, QA/QC, staff development, compliance, contracts, client coordination, and resource allocation. Adriana has served as Principal in Charge and Engineer of Record for City of Las Vegas, Clark County, CCSD, FAA, RTC, housing, healthcare, and commercial projects. Her expertise includes wood, steel, concrete, seismic and wind design, construction document review, and problem resolution. A licensed Professional and Structural Engineer in multiple states, she brings disciplined oversight, local knowledge, and practical engineering judgment to every assignment.
ADRIANA GONORAZKY
Vice Chairperson | P.E., S.E.
Robert successfully leads Innova’s strategic direction, client relationships, and project delivery standards as President. His structural engineering portfolio spans industrial, residential, commercial, hospitality, stadium, healthcare, and temporary construction projects. Robert integrates performance, usability, aesthetics, and constructability while helping multidisciplinary teams resolve complex technical and field challenges. His work includes the Bellagio Fountain Club, MSG Sphere, SoFi Stadium Oculus, Allegiant Stadium, Ford Rouge Center, hotels, hospitals, and industrial facilities. Licensed across numerous states, Robert is experienced in steel connections, erection engineering, specialty structures, renovations, and rapid delivery. He pairs decisive leadership with mentoring, process improvement, and a focus on client outcomes.
ROBERT NAPLES
President | P.E.
Rosie is the operational and financial stabilizer of the organization. She approaches challenges with practicality, sound judgment, and a strong sense of responsibility. Rosie consistently focuses on what is necessary to keep the business moving forward, balancing financial stewardship with operational execution. She is known for her direct communication style, thoughtful decision-making, and ability to bring order to complex situations. Whether supporting strategic planning, financial forecasting, systems improvements, or day-to-day business operations, Rosie provides leadership with information, realistic perspectives, and dependable follow-through. Her strength is turning intentions into organized action while keeping the long-term health of the organization in focus.
ROSIE LEE
Controller
Laura is a respected transportation structures leader specializing in preliminary and final design, construction support, alignment review, and coordination across multinational teams. As Innova’s Transportation Division Vice President, she guides the strategic direction and delivery of infrastructure programs. Laura’s expertise includes monorails, automated people movers, light rail, pedestrian and vehicular bridges, retaining walls, drainage systems, and structural rehabilitation. She has managed transit assignments in Las Vegas, Cairo, Monterrey, Los Angeles, São Paulo, Bangkok, and major airport environments. Licensed in Colorado and Montana, Laura translates vehicle requirements, stakeholder priorities, and contractor preferences into practical, coordinated structural solutions from planning through construction.
LAURA THOMPSON
Vice President | P.E.
Farghal is an accomplished, versatile structural engineer, researcher, and executive leader specializing in transportation infrastructure, bridges, foundations, and post-tensioned concrete. As an Innova Vice President, he guides monorail and transit programs while coordinating multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. Farghal’s expertise includes reinforced concrete and steel plate girder bridges, bent caps, guideway beams, columns, pile shafts, switch structures, deep foundations, and building systems. He is proficient in AASHTO, ACI, IBC, ASCE 7, and international standards. A Nevada Professional Engineer and Envision Sustainability Professional, Farghal also brings research expertise in UHPC bridge repair and post-tensioned anchorage zones, integrating innovation, constructability, and sustainable design.
AHMED FARGHAL MAREE
Vice President | PH.D., P.E., ENV SP
Daniel is a versatile structural engineer and project leader specializing in transportation systems, seismic design, advanced analysis, post-tensioning, and engineering automation. He leads multidisciplinary teams responsible for design coordination, schedules, quality control, and technical delivery. Daniel has managed monorail assignments in Monterrey, Santiago, and Cairo, including guideways, expansion joints, temporary supports, finite element analysis, shop drawings, and train-structure interaction. His broader portfolio includes the MSG Sphere, Allegiant Stadium, airport transit, and specialty construction engineering. A Nevada Professional Engineer and Fulbright Fellow, Daniel chairs Innova’s Technical Committee and combines technical rigor, software development, accountability, and client-focused leadership to improve project delivery.
DANIEL KONEVKY
Vice President | P.E.
Melissa brings structure, consistency, and accountability to the organization. As the leader responsible for Human Resources processes, recruiting, onboarding, compensation administration, and employee communications, she serves as a key connector between leadership and staff. Melissa is highly organized, detail-oriented, and focused on ensuring that important initiatives move from concept to execution. Whether coordinating hiring activities, managing employee programs, or keeping teams aligned with key milestones, she creates clarity, follows through on commitments, and helps the organization scale with discipline and professionalism. Her steady leadership supports a workplace where people understand expectations, receive timely support, and remain connected to organizational priorities.
MELISSA WEINBERG
Human Resources | MBA, HRMC
Steven is a highly seasoned structural engineer with extensive expertise in bridges, buildings, renovations, condition assessments, and specialty structures. Licensed as both a Professional Engineer and Structural Engineer, he applies AASHTO and IBC requirements to new construction, adaptive reuse, seismic restraints, retrofits, and repair programs. Steven’s portfolio includes pedestrian bridges, transportation facilities, parks, healthcare projects, airport improvements, and complex entertainment structures. He is also trained in fall protection and fall protection inspection. His practical approach combines evaluation, design, and constructability awareness, enabling clients to identify deficiencies, develop reliable repairs, and deliver solutions across concrete, steel, masonry, wood, and mechanical-support systems.
STEVEN MOORE
Senior Structural Engineer | P.E., S.E.
David is an accomplished structural engineering leader with expertise in regions subject to severe seismic risk and high wind exposure. His public and private sector portfolio includes city halls, community centers, pedestrian bridges, parking structures, healthcare facilities, high-rise buildings, hospitality projects, and major bridge retrofits. David’s technical capabilities encompass reinforced concrete, prestressed and post-tensioned concrete, structural steel, precast hybrid moment frames, performance-based design, and seismic rehabilitation of historic structures. Educated at the University of California, Berkeley, he is a Nevada Professional Engineer and California Structural Engineer. David combines sophisticated analysis, multidisciplinary coordination, constructability, and practical project leadership on demanding assignments.
DAVID SZE
Lead Structural Engineer | P.E., S.E.
Jason is Innova’s Assistant Division Manager and Business Developer, advancing strategic growth, operational excellence, and strong client relationships. Recognized for collaborative leadership and a commitment to excellence, he works closely with clients, project teams, and stakeholders to convert opportunities into lasting partnerships. Jason builds trust, navigates complex challenges, and aligns business objectives with practical, innovative solutions. His leadership, management capabilities, and professional training make him an essential contributor to Innova’s current and future growth. Passionate about relationships, innovation, and rewarding team experiences, Jason consistently creates meaningful value for clients, prospects, and colleagues while strengthening Innova’s culture and long-term strategic vision.
JASON REESE
Assistant Division Manager | PMP-CW
Spencer is an accomplished Nevada Professional Engineer with expertise in structural design software, three-dimensional modeling, seismic restraint, and construction engineering. He supports City of Las Vegas on-call assignments through calculations, permit submittals, site visits, value engineering, and constructability review. Spencer’s portfolio includes seismic anchorage for UNLV mechanical and plumbing systems, aesthetic structures at the US 95 and CC-215 interchange, MSG Sphere erection engineering, Resorts World temporary platforms, and a rooftop enclosure at White Plains Hospital. He is skilled in anchorage, weld design, rigging, temporary structures, equipment supports, and multidisciplinary coordination, delivering practical structural solutions for complex permanent and construction-phase conditions.
SPENCER MCMILLAN
Project Manager | P.E.
Walker is a versatile structural project manager specializing in delegated design, steel stairs, structural steel connections, and truss connection systems. He combines technical analysis with coordination to manage design deliverables, support fabrication and construction, and maintain compliance with project requirements and industry standards. Walker’s portfolio includes stadium and arena stairs, industrial facilities, parking garage retrofits, commercial buildings, and complex connection packages. His work addresses gravity and lateral systems, vehicle-impact protection, steel framing, anchorage, and constructability. Detail-oriented and client-focused, Walker anticipates coordination issues, communicates clearly with project stakeholders, and guides assignments from design development through calculations, detailing, review, and construction support.
WALKER CHEN
Project Manager | P.E.
Lucas confidently directs construction services for major monorail and heavy civil projects, combining field leadership with deep technical knowledge of precast concrete production. He manages construction observation, quality control, casting operations, retrofit activities, and coordination between designers, contractors, and field teams. Lucas has supported monorail programs in São Paulo, Santiago, Cairo, Los Angeles, and other international markets, with particular expertise in guideway beam fabrication and installation. He holds PTI certifications in multistrand post-tensioning and grouting. As a contributor to Innova’s research and development efforts, Lucas creates measurement tools and field processes that improve construction precision, documentation, constructability, and issue resolution.
LUCAS BERNARDI MOREIRA
Construction Services Director
Carami is a strategic marketing and communications professional who supports Innova’s brand visibility, business development and client engagement through marketing and communications. As Marketing Coordinator, she manages digital content, public relations, events, and client outreach, translating complex engineering work into clear stories about Innova’s people and projects.
With a bachelor’s degree in communications and a Master of Education, Carami combines creativity, organization, entrepreneurial thinking, and relationship-building to strengthen Innova’s presence and support its continued growth.