Specialized Expertise
Kennedy Trained
Assigned to cases to better serve our clients.
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OSHA, Fire Department Operations, Safety
Automobile & Vehicle
Fires
Computer Fire Modeling Expert
Explosives Expert
Richard J. Meier has been a staff expert with John A. Kennedy and Associates, Inc. since October, 2011. He currently holds a number of national and international professional certifications including: Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator and Certified Fire Investigation Instructor. Richard completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology in 1995.
Prior to his start with John A. Kennedy and Associates, Inc., Rich spent 24 years as a mechanical and manufacturing engineer designing and building a diverse range of products and equipment. During this time, he gained broad and diverse knowledge in plastics, metals, mechanical and electrical systems, hydraulic and fuel systems, marine, automotive and industrial systems.
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Pat Kennedy is the senior-most, active fire analyst, with more years of
experience that any other active fire investigation professional. He holds
three Bachelor of Science degrees including a Summa Cum Laude degree in Fire
and Safety Engineering Technology from the University of Cincinnati.
He is the proud father of of three daughters, all of whom, work in the fire investigation field.
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Kathryn C. Smith (nee Kennedy) is a professional fire and explosion investigator and analyst and has been a staff expert with John A. Kennedy and Associates, Inc. since 2002. Over this time period, Kathryn Smith has been engaged to investigate and analyze fire and explosion incidents all over the United States,
Kathryn Smith is a skilled fire and explosion scene investigator, evidence collection and handling technician, published fire researcher, codes and standards specialist, and skilled forensic fire science and technology laboratory technician.
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857 Tallevast Rd
Sarasota, FL 34243
