The Executive Team

Jeffry C. Klump, AIA
President of Architecture

As the founding member of K4, Jeff's vision of an architect-led design/build company, knowledge of the entire built-environment process, experience in the management of roll-out programs, and commitment to serving clients has led to the integrated, total solutions company that K4 is today.

Jeff has 20+ years of comprehensive architectural and program management experience specializing in the retail development and financial markets, leading over 500 projects. Jeff's background – he served as Corporate Architect for a large financial institution for nearly 10 years – and leadership have positioned K4 as a significant contributor to and thought leader in the financial services industry.

EDUCATION
University of Cincinnati College of Design Art Architecture & Planning—Bachelor of Architecture

David K. Noell
President of Construction

David leads K4’s construction division. With David’s 20+ years of experience in all aspects of construction and construction management, he has been at the forefront of K4’s rapid growth in regional construction. His ability to manage systems and processes has allowed K4 to expand its market to a 25+ state region. Throughout his career, he has completed numerous projects such as multi-story hotels/office buildings, healthcare facilities, heavy/light industrial complexes, educational buildings, financial institutions, retail (box and strip), restaurants, and prototypical-oriented projects. David’s ability to integrate the construction process with that of Architecture has defined K4 as the truly unique design/build company it has grown to be, providing our Clients with a greater level of service in a competitive market.

LICENSURE
Florida, Tennessee, Virginia (Note: Many of the states K4 Construction performs work in do not require licensing for general contractors.)

Larry Hatfield, AIA
Vice President of Design/Build

Larry has 20+ years of diversified architecture, planning, and construction experience in a design/build environment, managing design teams as well as overseeing construction. Larry has shaped K4's architect led design/build process. His overall knowledge of the built environment and experience with projects on fast-track schedules have significantly contributed to K4's successful EDTIP process. Larry's experience early in his career (he was one of the pioneers to use computer technology as a design tool in Greater Cincinnati) has enabled him to explore Computer Aided Design alternatives and produce exceptional computer generated renderings quickly and effectively.

EDUCATION
University of Cincinnati College of Design Art Architecture & Planning—Bachelor of Architecture

Richard S. Posey, AIA
Principal

Rick has 20+ years of broad experience in architecture, facility planning, and construction management. He has extensive experience in private sector markets such as financial services, housing, commercial, corporate/industrial development, and planning. Rick has served as principal architect and project manager for a wide range of public projects including universities, school districts, city and county government, and libraries. Additionally, he has worked with several non-profit and governmental entities in many aspects of planning and needs assessment for their internal growth.
Rick is the driving-force behind K4's green initiative. His tremendous sense of integrating strong design with the pragmatics of construction embodies the K4 spirit of the Master Builder tradition.

EDUCATION
University of Cincinnati College of Design Art Architecture & Planning—Bachelor of Architecture

John A. Schaefer, AIA
Principal

With 20+ years of diversified architecture, design, construction, and marketing experience, John heads the K4 business development team. His innovative, collaborative style continues to inspire and shape the K4 Customer-Driven Branded Places philosophy and process. John's ability to listen, communicate, and effectively translate client's ideas into visual reality have contributed to K4's position in the industry as a leader in creativity, design and helping clients achieve their growth objectives. John has served as project architect on many religious architectural projects, and leads K4’s commitment to creating inspirational houses of Worship.

EDUCATION
University of Cincinnati College of Design Art Architecture & Planning—Bachelor of Architecture

Dale M. Schultz
Director of Construction Operations

Dale has 20+ years of experience in the construction field, serving in a variety of functions ranging from Superintendent to Senior Project Manager for a variety of project types. Dale's skills include aiding in building design, budget and schedule management, specifications and contract documents, value engineering, project buyout, submittal review and processing, and liaison between owners and project teams. Dale's management of the overall construction process and team building skills have proven invaluable - both on an organizational level and on a project level.

EDUCATION
Bowling Green State University—Bachelor of Science, Construction Management