Our Team

Executive Leadership

Jimmy Lee King

CEO & Owner

Don Vivier

President

Don Vivier is a team-oriented, results-driven executive with over 35 years in the engineered rotating equipment repair business. Since joining the EMC team in 2006, Don has held various positions including Director of Pump and Mechanical Repairs, Vice President, and Executive Vice President. In May of 2024, Don was promoted to President of EMC.

Don began his 35-year career as an apprentice (machinist & mechanic) for Dresser Machinery Repair Division. Over the course of his career, Don has held numerous positions of increasing responsibility, including Nuclear Service Center Manager and General Manager of Worldwide Nuclear Operations for a large publicly traded OEM.

Don’s extensive experience with the development, implementation, and execution of safety, quality, operational excellence, and process improvement initiatives coupled with his background in manufacturing, engineering, project management, financial analysis, and business development has made him a key contributor to EMC’s growth.

Adam Ralston

Vice President of Operations

Adam is a reliable executive with a passion for collaboration and continuous improvement. He enjoys the constant challenge of understanding equipment repair and ensuring an unmatched level of quality and service. Adam is a graduate of Virginia Military Institute where he majored in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics. He strives to surround himself with strong, productive innovators pushing the envelope while upholding the highest level of integrity. Outside of work you’ll find Adam in the outdoors with his family enjoying sports, hunting, or camping. He and his wife, Amy, have been married since 2014 and share 3 beautiful children – Sadie, Piper and Adam Jr. who keep them on the go.

Rett Garner

Vice President of Projects

Rett is production and customer driven and has a passion for equipment reliability, especially in nuclear power.  His primary focus is on meeting customer timelines and ensuring quality repairs as EMC’s business continues to grow.  Before joining EMC full-time in 2017, Rett was a Nuclear Maintenance Manager, Licensed Senior Reactor Operator, and Engineer with Dominion Energy for 12 years at Surry Nuclear Power Station.  Rett was an honors graduate of the United States Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point, NY), obtaining BS in Marine Engineering (Shipyard Management) in 2004.  He is also a Veteran of the United States Navy Reserves.  He enjoys the outdoors, watching and coaching his kid’s sports teams with his wife, and taking their family to church.

Troy Renfrow

Vice President of Business Development

Troy is a performance-based, goal-oriented executive with 20+ years of experience in business development, marketing, and customer relationships. While leading all sales and marketing efforts, he works closely with the EMC customer base to provide the highest level of support. Troy started his career at EMC in 2012, initially working as an Account Manager, and subsequently progressing to the positions of Director of Sales and Marketing and Vice President of Business Development. Troy is a graduate of Old Dominion University, earning degrees in Business Administration and Psychology. Outside of work, Troy spends time with his wife and two sons hunting, fishing, and playing golf.

Chris Stroud

Vice President of Engineering

Chris is a mission-driven engineering leader with over 15 years of experience supporting high-consequence industries, including nuclear, maritime, and industrial markets. He leads EMC’s Engineering Division with a strong focus on quality, integrity, and delivering responsive, practical solutions to customers. Chris has also spearheaded EMC’s digital initiatives, integrating advanced simulation tools and AI-driven systems to improve engineering performance, automate complex processes, and enhance service across the business. He holds a Mechanical Engineering degree from North Carolina State University and actively contributes to industry standards as Vice Chairman of IEEE 1776. Outside of work, Chris enjoys time on the water with his family — fishing, exploring the Chesapeake Bay, and making memories offshore.