About Us

 

Advanced Environmental Testing and Abatement, Inc., was formed to provide industrial, institutional, residential, and commercial clients an immediate and reliable response to asbestos, mold, lead and other environmental concerns. Advanced Environmental complies with all OSHA, EPA and other federal and state regulations to assure the highest level of worker and environmental protection on all projects.


Our Staff

President and Owner
  • 1988 -                Graduate of Wartburg College, B. A.
  • 1988 – 1993 -    Sales and Sales Management, Standard Distributing Co., Waterloo, IA
  • 1993 -  2000 -     General Manager, Standard Distributing Co., Waterloo, IA
  • 2000 -  2001 -     Division Manager, Crystal Distribution, Waterloo, IA
  • 2001 - Present - President and Owner of Advanced Environmental Testing and Abatement, Inc.
Michael holds the following certificates:
  • 2001 - AHERA Asbestos Contractor / Supervisor
  • 2001 - Iowa Lead Abatement Contractor / Worker
  • 2001 - Certified Microbial Specialist
  • 2011 -  Lead Safe Renovator Certification
  • 2012 – 10 Hour OSHA Certification
Mr. Poe has been actively involved in a family owned business from the time of youth to adult.  His expansive background as a member of management has added value and success to Advanced Environmental Testing and Abatement, Inc.   In addition to this, his knowledge of environmental and industrial standards defines the protocol for business within the company.  Mr. Poe actively works with all members of management to ensure safety of the environment as well as all employees.
Director of Safety and Quality Assurance
  • 2004 - Graduate of University of Dubuque, B. A.
Travis holds the following certificates:
  • 2000 – Iowa  Asbestos Supervisor
  • 2005 – Illinois Asbestos Supervisor
  • 2005 – Iowa and Illinois Asbestos Inspector
  • 2009 – Microbial Remediation Course Certification
  • 2011 -  Iowa Lead Safe Renovator Certification
  • 2011 - Microbial Investigator Certification
  • 2011 -  Wisconsin Asbestos Supervisor and Inspector
  • 2012 – 10 Hour OSHA Certification
Mr. Haas has ten years prior experience working in a family owned environmental business.   He is current with all local, state and federal regulations.  This knowledge allows Advanced Environmental to facilitate regulated work with integrity to our environment and safety to all employees.  
Asbestos Abatement Manager – Waterloo
  • 1984 – Graduate of University of Northern Iowa – B.A.
  • 1985-1988 Math Instructor at Waverly Shell Rock
Jay holds the following certificates:
  • 1989 – Iowa Asbestos Supervisor  Certification
  • 1997 – Iowa Asbestos Inspector Certification
  • 2005 – Iowa Lead Abatement Certification
  • 2011 -  Iowa Lead Safe Renovator Certification
  • 2012 – American Red Cross, First Aid, CPR
  • 2012 – 10 Hour OSHA Certification
Mr. Llewellyn has been active in the environmental business for the last twenty four years.  He has been with the company since day one.  He has a wide range of expertise ranging from asbestos supervision to quality control and indoor air quality.  These skills allow him to oversee our Northern Iowa region for asbestos abatement and testing.  He adds a great deal of strength to the growing demands of Advanced Environmental.
General Manager – Davenport
  • 1987 – Hamilton Technical College – Electronic Engineering
  • 1990 – Scott Community College, Business Management, A. A.
Shawn holds the following certificates:
  • 2008 -  Iowa and Illinois Asbestos Supervisor
  • 2009 -  Iowa Asbestos Inspector
  • 2011 – Illinois Lead Contractor
  • 2011 – Microbial Investigator Certification
  • 2011 – Wisconsin Asbestos Supervisor
  • 2012 – Certified  Arial Platform Trainer
  • 2012 – American Red Cross, First Aid, CPR
  • 2012 – 10 Hour OSHA Certification
Mr. Courtney has been involved in a family owned business over the course of his life.  This experience has allowed him to forecast and stage events needed to complete work.  He has an extensive background in logistics management as well as engineering aptness used in various formats.  These strengths give way to adapt to a wide range of physical working conditions and are key components to the growth of Advanced Environmental.
General Manager – Kansas City
  • 1991 - University of Kansas -  Exercise Science
  • 1991 – 1996 – Supervisor/Superintendent, G&B Environmental /DC Builders, Washington D.C.
  • 1996 – 1999 – Project Manager, Environmental Protection Associates, Lenexa, KS
  • 1999 – 2000 – Project Management, Enviro  –  One ,LLC, Lenexa, KS
  • 2000 – 2011 – Division Manager, Kingston Environmental Services, Inc., KC, MO
  • 2011 – Present - KC Regional Manager, Advanced Environmental Testing and Abatement, Inc.
Michael holds the following certificates:
  • 1996 – Kansas and Missouri  Asbestos Supervisor
  • 2012 – Iowa Asbestos Supervisor
  • 2012 -  Kansas Renovator
  • 2012 – EPA Renovator
  • 2012 – American Red Cross, First Aid, CPR
  • 2012 – 10 Hour OSHA Certification
Mr. Massey brings over twenty one years of professional environmental experience to our newest division in Kansas City.  He is responsible for the day to day operations of the Kansas City office and is building the reputation and brand of the company in Kansas and Missouri.  Together with the key personnel in the Kansas City office, their wide range of expertise in environmental awareness is making way for future expansion of Advanced Environmental.
Environmental Specialist
  • 2007 – Graduate of University of Northern Iowa, B. A.
Angie holds the following certificates:
  • 2003 – Iowa Asbestos Supervisor
  • 2008 – Certified  Residential Mold Inspector
  • 2009 – IAQA Certified Microbial Remediation
  • 2009 – Illinois Asbestos Supervisor
  • 2011 – Wisconsin Asbestos Supervisor
  • 2013 – Iowa Lead Safe Renovator
  • 2012 – American Red Cross, First Aid, CPR
  • 2012 – 10 Hour OSHA Certification
Ms. Coffin brings ten years of residential, commercial, industrial asbestos abatement and testing experience to Advanced Environmental.  She has an extensive background in indoor air quality and risk assessment.  Her expertise allow for a clear understanding of job related events relevant to the final outcome of environmental cleanup.  Her ability to identify and communicate with customers has been essential to the growth of our indoor air quality portion of business within Advanced Environmental.