His dedication to his family and profession exemplifies the balance he maintains between personal achievements and community service.
HENDERSON, KY, April 30, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Lary J. Wehr has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Wehr is a seasoned professional in the construction industry, currently serving as a construction consultant at Lakeview Risk Partners. Since 2023, he has been instrumental in enhancing operations and managing risks for the firm. His expertise aligns company operations with insurance coverage to optimize safety and quality plans in an effort to reduce risk and improve overall operational efficiencies. Mr. Wehr's engineering background and 21 years of experience as a builder have equipped him with the skills necessary for operational risk reviews and financial analysis. Before joining Lakeview Risk Partners, he founded a consulting company, which he continues to the present day.
Previously, Mr. Wehr was a senior construction consultant at AXA XL, a division of AXA, from 2015 to 2023 and Zurich North America from 2002 to 2015. His leadership ability was evident when he served as executive vice president and general manager at Craftsman Construction from 1999 to 2002, where he played a pivotal role in obtaining profitable new business resulting in record sales and profits year over year. Prior to this role, Mr. Wehr perfected his skills as a construction site manager at Industrial Contractors Inc. from 1989 to 1999 and as a project manager at Centex Rodgers Inc. from 1986 to 1988. He began his career as a project superintendent at Industrial Contractors Inc., where he worked from 1982 to 1986.
Mr. Wehr's career is marked by significant achievements, including his role as a troubleshooter for compromised construction projects and his impactful work with an $8 billion Canadian company, where he assisted in the development and implementation of a global quality program that significantly reduced losses. His dedication to excellence has not only saved companies millions of dollars but also established him as an expert in the field of construction.
Building upon his professional success, Mr. Wehr's academic background includes a Master of Science in Management from Brescia University, graduating summa cum laude in 2001. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in building construction technology from Murray State University in 1982. His certifications include recognition as a Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS) by the International Risk Management Institute, Inc., a Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) and a Certified Health and Safety Technician (CHST). These qualifications have been fundamental to his success, which he attributes to his responsible work attitude, strong work ethic, high morale, focus on goals and positive outlook.
Mr. Wehr's commitment extends beyond his professional endeavors to charitable involvements with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Mr. Wehr was a volunteer track coach for HNS Middle School for 5 years and volunteer coach for the local high school for 2 years. He has also dedicated time to teaching Sunday school for five years and overseeing capital improvements for new construction. In his personal life, Mr. Wehr is supported by his spouse and son. As he assists Lakeview Risk Partners, Wehr envisions potentially continuing his active role in the industry through other ventures. His dedication to his family and profession exemplifies the balance he maintains between personal achievements and community service.
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