Richard Daerr

Richard L. Daerr, Jr. has been a prominent figure in the corporate world, particularly known for his role as the Chairman of the Board of Directors at Orion Marine Group, Inc. He has held this position since May 2007. In addition to his chairmanship, Daerr is the President of RK Enterprises, a firm he founded in 1997 that focuses on strategic planning and initiatives primarily in the energy, biotechnology, engineering, construction, and pharmaceuticals sectors.14

Before his tenure at Orion Marine Group, Daerr served as the President and CEO of Serv-Tech, Inc., an industrial services company listed on the Nasdaq, from 1994 to 1996. He also held significant positions at CRSS, Inc., where he was the President and COO from 1990 to 1992, prior to its acquisition in 1995. CRSS was recognized as one of the largest engineering and construction management companies in the U.S. at that time.134

Daerr has a long history of involvement in various boards of both private and public companies, showcasing his extensive experience in corporate governance and strategic leadership. Recently, he announced his retirement from the Board effective May 20, 2022, after nearly 17 years of service.235