About Impec Group

Our Story

Since its founding in 1991, Impec’s mission, as enunciated by the co-founders Raffy Espiritu and Christine Chen, is to deliver human-centric workplace solutions based on clients’ needs in support of the lifecycle of the workplace.

Impec Group started servicing the critical needs of the cleanrooms and electronic assemblies in the hi-tech and life science sectors in Silicon Valley. Since then, our services have expanded to encompass: strategy, CRE technology, program management, staffing, environmental branding and operations, and site services with the capability to deliver end-to-end solutions—nationally and globally.

Although headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Impec Group has a strong presence and satellite offices in multiple cities throughout the United States.

Company Timeline

1991

Raffy Espiritu founded the company

1995

Christine Chen joined as Co-Founder

2010

Company expanded to include facilities maintenance

2012

Rebranded as Impec Group for integrated workplace solutions

2016

Acquired Facilities First to include workplace staffing and workplace technology services

2018

Acquired Reloconnect to include program management and relocation

2021

Acquired GNU Group to include corporate branding, wayfinding, and signage

Our approach is based on a foundation of listening and collaborating with our clients to fully understand each need, provide solutions swiftly and effectively, and establish successful partnerships.

Mission

Delivering state of the art workplace solutions for wellness and productivity.

Values

We value employee well-being by encouraging growth, upholding integrity and inspiring innovation.

Vision

Providing happy and engaging workplaces for all.

Meet Our Team

Founder, CEO, and President

Raffy Espiritu

Raffy seeks to drive innovation at the workplace through active industry engagement. Aside from writing for several professional journals and speaking at industry events, he has served as the past president of Silicon Valley of IFMA, AFE, and ESD Association of Silicon Valley. Currently, Raffy serves on the Board of the CoreNet Northern California Chapter and is a member of the Commuter Conference of ISPE, San Francisco Chapter. Outside of work, Raffy enjoys writing soulful songs about love, connection, and life in Silicon Valley which you can listen to at the music icon below.
Co-founder, CFO, and General Manager

Christine Chen

Before joining Impec Group in 1995, Christine was an accountant for prominent international banks, the Bay Area CPA and non-profit organizations. After joining Impec Group, Christine spearheaded the development of systems, procedures and guidance that has elevated Impec Group to become one of the top ten facility management firms in Silicon Valley. When she is not crunching numbers, Christine spends her time reading, gardening, visiting parents, and chatting with her daughters and friends.
Senior Director of Administration

Jason Fang

With a decade of experience in project management coupled with his strong background in computer and information technology, Jason has re-tooled the company's administrative and special project capability to make Impec Group a technologically driven organization. Jason enjoys cooking and experimenting with gadgets when he and his son are not role-playing with movie characters such as Luke/Darth Vader, Marty/Gorge, Lloyd/Garmadon, and others.
Senior VP of GNU Group

Kevin Wilhelm

Kevin’s career has been a dynamic progression, from his beginnings in creative services including graphic, web, and communications design, to a number of management and leadership level positions. During his 15-year tenure with a full-service advertising agency, his positions evolved through Director of Creative Operations, EVP of Operations, and ultimately as Chief Operating Officer. In his position at GNU, he is responsible for all aspects of the firm’s professional, financial, administrative, and client service performance. Outside of work, Kevin can be found spending time with his wife and two daughters, hitting the dog park with his golden retriever, being actively involved with his church or working on his latest home improvement project.
Senior Project Executive

Bob Dills

Bob Dills joined Impec shortly after his 22-year ownership of Western Allied Mechanical concluded in 2021. His 45 year career has focused on supporting sustaining facility services to industries including life science, chemical manufacturing, computer component development and other sensitive or mission critical environments.

At Impec, Bob leads our on-demand services to clients ranging from HVAC, plumbing, general construction and more.

His industry contributions have included his leadership as past president of the Association for Facilities Engineering and International Facility Management Association chapters in Silicon Valley, and Global Chairman of the IFMA Foundation. His passion for workforce development also led Bob to create the GROW Organization, a 501c3 public charity providing mentoring, scholarships and Internships to young adults entering the built environment professions.

Bob is an avid fisherman and outdoorsman. And his greatest pride is his family of wife, three daughters and three grandsons to whom he is known as DooDah.

Senior Director of Custodial Operations

Joe Cigolini

Joe Cigolini is a Senior Director of Custodial Operations at Impec Group, where he has been a key leader since joining the company in 2013. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Philosophy and began his career in facility maintenance in 1986 as a custodian, steadily advancing through roles including Lead, Supervisor, Account Manager, and Director of Custodial Operations.

With nearly four decades of industry experience, Joe is known for his clear communication, responsiveness to client needs, and hands-on leadership style. He believes in “walking the talk” and takes pride in integrating seamlessly with client facility teams—serving as a trusted partner rather than just a vendor. Joe is recognized for his loyalty, responsibility, and strong sense of fairness in all aspects of his work.

Senior Director of Program Management

Ian Grant

Ian Grant brings over 17 years of experience in program management and facilities operations, specializing in complex construction and relocation projects within the biotech industry. He’s known for leading global teams and delivering multi-million-dollar initiatives that enable growth and innovation. Outside of work, Ian enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters, cheering them on as they learn dressage at the horse barn, tackling home improvement projects, and exploring the art of hand tool woodworking.
Business Operations Manager

Christian Kim

Our Trusted Advisory Board

Kate Lister

President at Global Workplace Analytics

Larry Morgan

Director of Global Facilities Management at SAP

David Gray

SVP at Colliers International

Luis Morejon

Global Facility Management Lead at Newmark

Samantha S. Low

Director of Tenant Real Estate Advisory Group at Cushman & Wakefield

Dominique Huang

Digital Workplace Program Manager at Microsoft

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