Richard A. Bausell is now retired from his position as vice president of pipeline and power for URS Corp., where he was responsible for organizational leadership, deliverability of services, contract management, quality assurance, and global client relations. He has more than 40 years of experience in a variety of areas, including military, chemicals, oil and gas, and consulting. He is an active alumnus of the Missouri Univ. of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T), where he is a board member of the Academy of Chemical Engineers, former chair of the Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Dept.’s Industrial Advisory Council, and recipient of the Award of Professional Distinction. Bausell received a BS in chemical engineering from the Univ. of Missouri, Rolla (now Missouri S&T).