About Impec Group
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.
It started servicing the critical needs of the cleanrooms and electronic assemblies in the hi-tech and life science sectors in Silicon Valley, but services have expanded to encompass strategy, CRE technology, project management, staffing, environmental branding and operations and site services with capability to deliver end-to-end solutions nationally and globally.
Headquartered in Santa Clara, it has satellite offices and presence in multiple states and cities in the US.
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 project 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
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.
Before joining Impec Group in 1995, Christine did accounting work for prominent international banks, the Bay Area CPA and non-profit organizations. After joining Impec Group, Christine has spearheaded the development of systems, procedures and guidance that has kept Impec Group among 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.
Before joining Impec Group, Kevin was the CRE Director at several companies before forming his own brokerage company and then serving in three global executive positions where he ideated and lead international corporate services. Now, Kevin currently drives M&A to expand and growth Impec Group's Workplace Management and CRE offerings. In 2006, Kevin won the San Francisco Business Times "Deal of the Year" for landing a 500,000 S.F. HQ lease with a prominent life sciences company.
Prior to joining Impec Group, Gina was the President of Reloconnect for 30 years. She grew the company from a small provider of move coordination services to one of the leading full-service project management consulting firms in the Bay area. Her passionate commitment to outstanding customer service has remained a core focus of the company. In her spare time, Gina loves to cook and entertain for her family/friends and is legendary for her lasagna making skills.
As an experienced facility service professional, Richard relentlessly pursues his client’s objective of a clean, safe, and happy workplace. He is deeply involved in the FM community serving as past Chair of the Community Outreach Committee for IFMA SV and current Chair of the Sponsorship Committee for IFMA SF. Richard has been recognized by his peers with the Chapter’s Honors Award at SV for his service and has held a California Real Estate license and FMP credential. Richard’s family is big into animal rescue and has helped rehome nearly 100 dogs & cats over the years.
As a recognized leader in real estate technology, Mr. Massey has 18 years of related experience planning and implementing in all major markets. Before Impec Group, Mr. Massey worked for leading technology solutions, including experts in commercial, educational, entertainment, public sector, & healthcare organizations. Solutions were in, workplace and space optimization, facility operations, integrated workplace management system (IWMS) consulting, and IWMS software. Outside of work, Henry enjoys golfing, studying trends in technology, real estate, and stock market, but mostly importantly spending time with his wife and newborn son.
As the CEO and Owner of GNU Group, Phil has had the chance to fully develop the leadership team that represents the next generation. He is the architect of GNU's Total Wayfinding System™, a tool for wayfinding in healthcare environments. Phil has also served as a board member of The Society for Experiential Graphic Design (SEGD) and is a member of the Urban Land Institute (ULI), SMPS, CoreNet, Alliance of CEOs, and Vistage. When he is not working, Phil enjoys spending time with his family and grandkids, working out and traveling to interesting places.
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.
As a consummate human resource business professional, Taran is passionate about talent development, diversity and inclusion dynamics within the industries of workplace technologies, staffing solutions, and commercial real estate. Taran is an avid cyclist who remains averse to unscheduled dismounts and LOVES speed. Off the bicycle, he enjoys gardening, surfing, and yes, long walks on the beach.
Soraya brings 25+ years of experience in organizational strategy and team leadership with a focus on workplace strategy and business development. By working at the nexus of culture, people and technology, she is adept at enhancing real estate assets to promote client success.
Actively involved in the community, Soraya co-chairs the Women of CoreNet Committee for CoreNet Northern California Chapter and is on the Executive Board of RED Bay Area. Outside of work, Soraya is a fifth-generation San Franciscan who loves to travel both locally and internationally having lived in both New York and Florence, Italy. She also recently checked off her lifelong bucket list item of going on safari in Africa!
As a recognized thought leader in real estate technology, Mr. Davis has nearly 20 years of related experience. He is the Lead Faculty on CoreNet Global's Real Estate Technology Master's of Corporate Real Estate professional designation program. Before Impec Group, Mr. Davis worked for leading technology solutions, including experts in machine learning/virtual reality-driven design, workplace and space optimization, integrated workplace management system (IWMS) consulting, and IWMS software. Outside of work, Simon enjoys golfing, hiking, fundraising for charities close to his heart, but mostly spending time with his wife and young daughter.
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.
With 35+ years of account and operations management experience in the building maintenance industry, Joe has an excellent track record in exceeding clients' expectations. At Impec Group, Joe reports to and works closely with each client's contact to guarantee that customer requests are satisfied quickly. Joe enjoys spending time with his grandsons and watching sports, especially soccer. He is also a fan of the Niners, the Warriors and the Giants.
Before joining Impec Group, Renee was the Vice President of Operations at Reloconnect since 1996. She has 30 plus years of experience in project construction management in both the private but also public sectors. Renee enjoys community volunteer service with the Soroptimist of San Ramon Valley who focuses on supporting local women and girls. She also enjoys traveling throughout the world and playing golf with her friends.
As a recognized thought leader in real estate technology, Mr. Davis has nearly 20 years of related experience. He is the Lead Faculty on CoreNet Global's Real Estate Technology Master's of Corporate Real Estate professional designation program. Before Impec Group, Mr. Davis worked for leading technology solutions, including experts in machine learning/virtual reality-driven design, workplace and space optimization, integrated workplace management system (IWMS) consulting, and IWMS software. Outside of work, Simon enjoys golfing, hiking, fundraising for charities close to his heart, but mostly spending time with his wife and young daughter.
As a recognized leader in real estate technology, Mr. Massey has 18 years of related experience planning and implementing in all major markets. Before Impec Group, Mr. Massey worked for leading technology solutions, including experts in commercial, educational, entertainment, public sector, & healthcare organizations. Solutions were in, workplace and space optimization, facility operations, integrated workplace management system (IWMS) consulting, and IWMS software. Outside of work, Henry enjoys golfing, studying trends in technology, real estate, and stock market, but mostly importantly spending time with his wife and newborn son.
With a BS in Software Engineering from San Jose State University, Lindsey is a full stack developer proficient in Javascript, HTML, CSS, and SQL. She also has 3 years of experience working with Java for web development using React, Node, PostgreSQL, and Express. At Impec Group, she works to bridge the gap between non-technical clients and software partners.
Before joining Impec Group, Mike spent 20 years in the industry with workplace technologies such as ARCHIBUS, FM systems and Tririga. His expertise lies in integrating CAD with technology which includes documenting and implementing CAD/CAFM standards, and processes for drawing maintenance and creating robust technical documentation. Mike enjoys being outdoors doing a variety of things like mountain biking, hiking, running, off-road motorcycling, and hanging out.
With over 10 years of experience as a workplace technology professional, Ryan has valuable experience managing, maintaining and reporting on IWMS data. His heart has always been focused on telling the right story for workplace teams. Ryan actually started his career as a plumber at Monterey Bay Aquarium so he does not only talk the talk, but has actually lived and worked in the workplace and facilities management field directly.
Before starting at Impec Group in 2019, Shayne worked at JLL for 3 years and at BRG for 8 years prior to their acquisition by JLL. Now at Impec Group, Shayne manages and maintains CAD and CAFM drawings and data, updates archived facility drawings and CAFM drawings. In the past, Shayne has worked at Dowco Marine as a Marine Engineer for two years. He also has experience with architectural firms and worked with design teams for Herman Miller Inc. for Nortel Networks designing floor plan layouts and architectural changes.
Emilee found her start in the Workplace Technology world when jumping into an AutoCAD drafting position at SpaceIQ after studying Architecture in UT. When she's not geeking out on new programming languages and new 3D modeling softwares, Emilee is out rock climbing in the Utah desert with her dog, Django.
Kiersten has been working with Corporate Real Estate Technology for nearly a decade. Prior to Impec Group, she started her career in the IWMS world as a Product Specialist of the Lease Administration module, specifically. After several years of successfully assisting with implementation and development, Kiersten turned her focus to Customer Success Management. Her happy clients and diverse background positions her for success in Workplace Technology Advisory with Impec Group. When she is not busy consulting on Lease Administration solutions, her favorite things to do are hiking with her 2 children and backpacking and climbing with friends. She enjoys documenting her adventures by always having a camera close by.
Over the past 35 years, Ray Lepine has held various roles in the field of Corporate Facility and Project Management, including Banking, Retail, and Utilities Industries. He received a B.S. degree in Construction Management from LSU and holds a Certified Facility Manager (CFM) designation from IFMA.
Ray is currently Director of Workplace Technology Advisory at the Impec Group, an innovative workplace solutions firm, servicing fast-growing companies, cities, and prominent organizations nationwide.
As part of the Impec Team, Ray helps clients drive positive employee experiences by delivering effective workplace solutions and CRE Technology. The approach is based on a foundation of listening and collaborating with clients to fully understand each need, provide solutions swiftly, and establish successful partnerships.
Nicole’s focus in managing critical lease data for our Workplace Strategy and Technology Team adds strategic value as organizations continue to evolve their operations.
Nicole’s impressive career in Corporate Real Estate spans 17 years. She managed real estate technology implementations, technology for lease administration, facilities management, lease accounting, space management, transaction management and project management. Her accomplishments around successfully building lease administration departments from the ground up earned her universal accolades.
Before Impec Group, she acted as Manager of Lease Administration at First American Title. In this role she maintained responsibilities for lease administration, real estate technology, including managing implementations, lease auditing, and the most important piece in lease administration, the management of critical lease data.
Prior to joining Impec Group, Gina was the President of Reloconnect for 30 years. She grew the company from a small provider of move coordination services to one of the leading full-service project management consulting firms in the Bay area. Her passionate commitment to outstanding customer service has remained a core focus of the company. In her spare time, Gina loves to cook and entertain for her family/friends and is legendary for her lasagna making skills.
Before joining Impec Group, Renee was the Vice President of Operations at Reloconnect since 1996. She has 30 plus years of experience in project construction management in both the private but also public sectors. Outside of work, Renee enjoys community volunteer service with the Soroptimist of San Ramon Valley who focuses on supporting local women and girls. She also enjoys traveling throughout the world and playing golf with her friends.
With experience in interior design and facilities management, Tina joined Reloconnect in 2007 as a Project Manager, and was promoted to Director of Project Management before assuming Account Management responsibilities for Impec Group’s largest client in 2017. Tina has enjoyed her work with clients in several sectors including biomed, healthcare, technology, public utility, and non-profit. In her spare time, Tina enjoys working in her garden and is especially partial to cultivating succulents.
Prior to joining Impec Group, Suzanne worked with Reloconnect since 2003 as a designer. She has a background in interior architecture, planning and design and now works at Impec Group as a Project Manager and CAD Specialist. Outside of work, Suzanne enjoys travelling to settings that include architectural, artistic, and natural environments.
Prior to joining Impec Group, Jenifer was a Project Manager with Relocation Connections for 7 years. She has 25 years of experience in Facilities Planning and Project Management. Jenifer is committed to outstanding customer service for her clients. Jen has whippets and is on the Board of one of the largest Whippet clubs in California. She participates in racing and showing her dogs for the fun of the breed.
Prior to joining Impec Group, Lilith was a Project Coordinator for Reloconnect for six years. Her career began in Information Technology during the late 90s. After switching paths, Lilith has since worked in the Architectural and Commercial Furniture Dealership fields. Outside of work, Lilith loves to cook and bake. Her latest obsession is designing cheeseboards.
At Impec Group, Diane manages commercial construction and relocation projects. She brings with her over 30 years of experience in both private and public sectors and enjoys her role as the primary liaison between the project team and corporate client. In her free time, Diane loves traveling to far-away places with her husband. She also enjoys trips to Disneyland with her children and grandchildren.
Jennifer has over 10 years of project management, professional services, and consulting experience. Prior to Impec Group, she worked as a Senior Project Manager in Washington, DC for Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. She has also managed cross-functional international teams for large scale digital and technology efforts including The White House, Nasdaq’s website redesign. In her free time, Jennifer enjoys volunteering, museums, tennis, getting to know California, and travel.
As an experienced facility service professional, Richard relentlessly pursues his client’s objective of a clean, safe, and happy workplace. He is deeply involved in the FM community serving as past Chair of the Community Outreach Committee for IFMA SV and current Chair of the Sponsorship Committee for IFMA SF. Richard has been recognized by his peers with the Chapter’s Honors Award at SV for his service and has held a California Real Estate license and FMP credential. Richard’s family is big into animal rescue and have helped rehome nearly 100 dogs & cats over the years.
With 35+ years of account and operations management experience in the building maintenance industry, Joe has an excellent track record in exceeding clients' expectations. At Impec Group, Joe reports to and works closely with each client's contact to guarantee that customer requests are satisfied quickly. Joe enjoys spending time with his grandsons and watching sports, especially soccer. He is also a fan of the Niners, Warriors and the Giants.
For about 15+ years, Raul has worked for the armored transportation industry as a supervisor. There, he worked with many clients to resolve customer queries as quickly as possible. At Impec Group, Raul oversees multiple accounts and works very closely with all the employees and supervisors to build and maintain outstanding client relationships and deliver quality service. Raul enjoys spending time with his family and two dogs. He also likes to watch football and is a fan of the Raiders.
Jaime has been with the company for 7+ years as a driver and transitioned to a Supervisor in 2020. Jaime oversees operations in multiple cities in the East Bay. He is committed to delivering high quality work and exceeding client’s expectations. Jaime enjoys watching Mexican soccer and aspires to become a DJ. On his time off, he likes to work as a DJ and work on his cars.
Estrella has 25 + years of experience with janitorial service and consulting, apartment renovation, post construction clean-up and housekeeping. Companies that were losing their contracts due to performance issues hired her to not only save their contracts but also gain more business. Estrella’s week would be incomplete without spending time in her garden. Gardening not only helps her relax and recharge for a new week, but also gives her inspiration and creativity.
Jaime has been with the company for 7+ years as a driver and transitioned to a Supervisor in 2020. Jaime oversees operations in multiple cities in the East Bay. He is committed to delivering high quality work and exceeding client’s expectations. Jaime enjoys watching Mexican soccer and aspires to become a DJ. On his time off, he likes to work as a DJ and work on his cars.
With her years of experience in Staffing and Recruitment, Christina has helped to expand Impec Group services nationally. While facilities is changing into a hospitality- oriented industry, many in-house recruiters are ill-quipped to follow this trend and turn to specialists like Christina and Impec Group to select the finest talent. In her space time, Christina enjoys being at the beach, traveling with her family and cycling in her free time.
Jessell Repunte
Site Lead, Office Services
Originally from the Midwest, Cate has grown her career with experience on both coasts. Early on in Sales/Account Management then evolving organically into roles in Workplace Operations specializing in Employee Experience. Her strong passion for helping others drives her mission of going above and beyond, exceeding client expectations. When not at the office, Cate spends her time trail running, hiking, enjoying nature and finding ways to make the world a better place through kindness, compassion and holistic living.
Christian Taylor
Community Manager and Sr. Project Coordinator
Brandon Estergard
Workplace Service Ambassador
Peter Tran
Front Desk Lobby Ambassador
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.
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.
As Director of Design for the GNU Group, Dickson develops creative strategies, provides design direction and manages the execution of design solutions for the firm’s branding, environmental graphic and print communications programs. Dickson is well versed in the technology and science of environmental graphics and his creative solutions balance creative flair with pragmatic and workable solutions. When not at GNU Group, Dickson can be found hiking and camping with his family along with shooting photography.
Ronnie Gandhok, GNU Group’s Project Director, brings over 20 years of experience developing and managing large wayfinding programs for clients across North America. Ronnie completed his industrial design degree at Auburn University and joined the team after leading project direction in Toronto and Atlanta. Prior to joining the GNU Group, Ronnie was the Project Director and Associate in Toronto. Leading the firm’s Wayfinding work, Ronnie shepherded large-scale wayfinding masterplanning, interpretation and implementation projects for healthcare, education, institutions, hospitality and corporate. Ronnie’s understanding and ability to simplify and explain the signage and wayfinding industry to non-professionals has been a welcome ability, allowing the client to be comfortable moving through the design and implementation processes.
As the CEO and Owner of GNU Group, Phil has had the chance to fully develop the leadership team that represents the next generation. He is the architect of GNU's Total Wayfinding System™, a tool for wayfinding in healthcare environments. Phil has also served as a board member of The Society for Experiential Graphic Design (SEGD) and is a member of the Urban Land Institute (ULI), SMPS, CoreNet, Alliance of CEOs, and Vistage.
When he is not working, Phil enjoys spending time with his family and grandkids, working out and traveling to interesting places.
When he is not working, Phil enjoys spending time with his family and grandkids, working out and traveling to interesting places.
In Abner's own words, "Returning to the GNU Group after being away for 6 years felt like getting back together with old friends and making new friends in the process. The Impec Group is also a new friend and after learning about their goal of delivering effective workplace solutions, I knew that my expertise in Environmental Graphic Design would fit in well with the organization."
