JUSTIN EUGENE EVANS
FOUNDER, PRESIDENT, & INVENTOR
Justin Eugene Evans is an experienced founder with a proven history in inventing and shipping successful consumer electronics. He successfully scaled a startup from a Wisconsin one car garage into an international company with a $31 million exit.
He is a skilled filmmaker and self-taught systems engineer with multiple utility and design patents. He taught himself sufficient Mandarin to build a global supply chain by visiting over 300 factories and selecting the top 35 as his primary vendors.
BEN CHRISTENSEN
VICE PRESIDENT OF TECHNOLOGY
Mr. Christensen is an automation, AI, and cybersecurity expert with nearly two decades of experience. He has saved companies over $15 million annually and 500,000 hours through automation implementations.
He holds a Master's Degree in Computer and Information Systems Security and is the published author of "Demystifying Automation: A Non-Technical Guide to Streamlining Your Business." Previously, Mr. Christensen founded Automator Solutions and has architected enterprise solutions for Fortune 50 clients.
RUTHERFORD PASCAL
VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES
Mr. Pascal is a certified John Maxwell Leadership Coach with a proven track record of driving transformative results in Fortune 100 companies. He has guided teams that drove $7 billion in impact, promoted over 200 team members, and created thriving organizational cultures. Previously, Mr. Pascal served as Head of Sales for Respiratory and Gastroenterology Specialty Care at Sanofi and held various senior sales leadership positions managing large teams. He is the author of "The PID System: Your Blueprint for Career Growth."
JEANNE EVANS
VICE PRESIDENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Jeanne Evans is a seasoned HR professional with over a decade of experience transforming workplace dynamics to drive both organizational success and employee fulfillment. Her mission is to balance the human resource experience—aligning company goals with employee well-being to create thriving, high-performing teams.
A trusted advisor to executives and growing businesses alike, Jeanne provides coaching and tailored HR services designed to enhance hiring practices, eliminate subconscious bias, and ensure the right cultural and professional fit for every role. Her approach delivers not just hires—but long-term assets to the organization.
GAVIN REDMAN
SENIOR PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
Gavin Redman is a senior Product Development Engineer at EvansWerks with a background in Industrial Design. He combines creative thinking with hands-on engineering, using sketching, CAD modelling and rapid prototyping to develop practical product solutions.
At Nairobi, Gavin supports the full product development process, from concept design and visualization through to prototyping, testing, technical documentation and manufacturing support. His focus is on turning ideas into world class products.
JENNIFER ADAMS
PRODUCT EVANGELIST
Councilmember Jennifer Adams served as a Tempe City Councilmember from 2018 until 2026. She also served as Vice Mayor from 2022 to 2024. Her focus was on improving Tempe's infrastructure, parks, transportation and neighborhood revitalization.
Over her three decades of public service, she has touched every part of local government including Tempe's Human Services, Public Works and Internal Services.
ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS
DR. BRYAN TEGOMOH
SCIENCE AND MEDICAL ADVISOR
Bryan Tegomoh, MD, MPH, is a physician-scientist and epidemiologist whose work spans infectious disease, biosecurity, and artificial intelligence. He established and led Nebraska’s statewide pathogen genomic-surveillance program and led the epidemiologic investigation of the first reported U.S. Omicron variant cluster.
His prior work includes clinical AI evaluation at xAI and contributions to the World Health Organization’s 2024 scientific framework for epidemic and pandemic research preparedness. At Nairobi, he advises on scientific validation, evidence standards, and infection-control applications for the company’s UV-C sterilization and disinfection platform.
DR. GUY PETERSEN
MEDICAL ADVISOR
Dr. Petersen is a licensed physician with over 40 years of experience in anesthesiology, addiction medicine, and men’s health. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Medicine and member of the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society, he is recognized for both academic excellence and compassionate patient care. Dr. Petersen currently practices at Gameday Men’s Health in Tucson, Arizona, where he provides comprehensive care to the local community. As an Advisory Board Member of Nairobi Incorporated, he contributes deep medical insight into health, wellness, and human performance applications of emerging technologies.
DR. TYLER BOONE
SCIENCE AND MEDICAL ADVISOR
Tyler Boone is an operational leader with over eight years of experience leading scientific teams under a regulated quality system, managing research project and building client relationships.
He has a proven ability to thrive in cross-functional roles by aligning the priorities with client needs to drive company growth. He currently seeks to leverage his scientific and operational expertise to bring effective antimicrobial devices and therapeutics to market, such as Nairobi.
DR. DAVID SLINEY
SCIENCE AND MEDICAL ADVISOR
Dr. David H. Sliney, Ph.D., serves as chair of the IES Photobiology Committee and holds a Ph.D. in biophysics and medical physics from the University of London, Institute of Ophthalmology. He worked for the US Army Public Health Center until retiring in 2007. His research interests focus on UV effects upon the eye, optical hazards from intense light sources and lasers, laser-tissue interactions and laser applications in medicine and surgery. He served as member, advisor and chairman of numerous committees active in the establishment of safety standards for protection against non-ionizing radiation (ANSI, ISO, ACGIH, IEC, WHO, NCRP, and ICNIRP).
DEREK GROSS
MEDIA ADVISOR
Derek Gross ICLS, IA52, Is a seasoned CLT of both TV and feature films. He has worked on Emmy winning Mini-series “Godless”, as well as major film productions “Eddington”, “No Sudden Moves” as well network TV shows Law and Order and God Friended me. He is a member of IA local 52 as well as the International cinematic lighting society (ICLS). He is based out of Brooklyn NY where he continues to serve as the Main unit CLT for “Law and Order” season 25.
DR. ZOLTAN KEMENY
TECHNOLOGY ADVISOR
Dr. Kemeny is a world-renowned inventor, engineer, and entrepreneur with more than 200 patents spanning seismic, structural, and mechanical engineering. As President and Chief Innovation Officer of Global Air Cylinder Wheels (GACW), he leads the development of advanced air-suspension wheel technology for heavy-duty vehicles. Over his 40-year career, he has designed hotels, bridges, and blast-resistant structures worldwide and advised governments and private companies on engineering innovation. As an Advisory Board Member of Nairobi Incorporated, Dr. Kemeny brings unmatched expertise in patented engineering solutions and technology commercialization.
OPERATIONS
DEAN LIN
Operations & Supply Chain
Dean Lin began his career as a bilingual English consultant and assistant manager at the British Council. In 2021, he transitioned into supply chain management at EvansWerks, entering the fast-paced world of international sourcing, manufacturing, and product development. He rapidly developed expertise in production workflows, supplier coordination, BOM management, and factory relations across East Asia, helping the company meet demanding R&D timelines.
Now serving as Supply Chain Director, he leads strategic sourcing initiatives, manages supplier networks, and oversees projects that directly impact product quality, cost, and delivery.
LUSANDA MAKHANGELA
Facilities Manager
Lusanda is a Project Coordination, Customer Service, and Vendor Management professional with experience supporting operations, managing vendor and supplier relationships, supporting operational workflows, and ensuring efficient communication between the team, clients, and service providers.
DAVID EVANS
Assistant Creative Director
David specializes in visual storytelling at the intersection of design, engineering, and emerging AI workflows. With a multidisciplinary background in tabletop and portrait photography, industrial videography, and motion control systems, he brings a systems-level approach to crafting precise visuals.
His work for Nairobi includes science and technical illustrations, infographics, mechanical drawings, and storyboards.
