Veteran-Owned & Mission-Ready
LaRovere Consulting, LLC is a Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) founded by U.S. Navy Submarine Force veteran Joseph LaRovere. Our approach is shaped by the leadership, discipline, and technical focus earned through military service. Today, those same principles drive our work across complex construction cases, building system evaluations, and government consulting engagements. As a GSA Contract Holder (#47QRAA25D003H), we are fully qualified to support public-sector clients with compliant, contract-ready technical consulting—nationwide.
- Certified Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)
- Led by a U.S. Navy Submarine Force veteran with 30+ years of industry experience
- GSA Contract Holder (#47QRAA25D003H)—ready to support government buyers
Founder | Expert Witness | USN Veteran
Joseph LaRovere
Joseph LaRovere is a U.S. Navy submarine veteran and mechanical systems consultant with more than 35 years of industry experience specializing in HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and energy management. Following his military service, he transitioned into construction leadership, supporting facility optimization, forensic investigation, and complex project remediation across multiple sectors.
As a consultant, Joe is known for delivering technical clarity, expert forensic analysis, and high-value strategic guidance to owners, contractors, and legal teams.
Expertise
- Mechanical, HVAC, and plumbing system analysis
- Construction defect evaluation & expert witness
- Energy management, building controls & performance optimization
- Project recovery, remediation strategies & risk assessment
- Mission-critical and complex facility consulting (healthcare, data centers, luxury residential, industrial)
- Board-level advisory and executive consulting services
Joe is a Certified Energy Manager (C.E.M.), active member of ASHRAE and AEE, and is regularly retained for high-stakes consulting and litigation support where system performance, engineering integrity, and expert judgment are critical.
Co-Owner | Executive Construction Recruiter & Consultant | Licensed Contractor & Realtor
Claudine LaRovere
Claudine LaRovere is a high-energy serial entrepreneur with over 30 years of business leadership experience across construction, real estate, and professional development. Known for her exceptional ability to identify top-performing talent and strategic opportunities, she brings a dynamic and results-driven approach to consulting, recruitment, and client success.
As a licensed contractor and licensed Arizona realtor, Claudine leverages her industry insight to support clients with executive recruitment, hiring strategy, and career development services, while also operating a successful real estate fix-and-flip business.
Expertise:
- Executive construction industry recruitment & talent strategy
- Career development coaching & leadership training
- Licensed contractor and active real estate investor specializing in property redevelopment
- Strategic business development and entrepreneurial growth execution
- Proven ability to evaluate business potential — spotting winners and avoiding pitfalls
- High-performance team building with passion, enthusiasm, and energy
Claudine is a trusted advisor to both clients and business partners, helping organizations build winning teams and scale sustainably through strong leadership, talent alignment, and strategic decision-making.
Consultant
Lawrence (Larry) Ibsen
With experience spanning over 350 construction projects, Larry Ibsen brings exceptional insight as a consultant, former contractor, owner/operator, estimator, and project manager. His expertise covers a broad spectrum of HVAC, mechanical, and plumbing systems, with a focus on both technical performance and contractor evaluation. Larry’s skill set makes him a valuable asset in forensic investigation, remediation consulting, and construction oversight across commercial and institutional projects.
Key Areas of Expertise:
- HVAC systems - chillers, boilers, air handlers & ventilation solutions
- Domestic hot water systems (recirculation & mixing valve configurations)
- Forensic investigation, defect analysis & mechanical remediation strategies
- Project and program management, estimating, scheduling, and construction accounting
- Contractor evaluation, site inspections, and engineering standards of care reviews
Project Management Admin
Kathryn Pinkerton
As Project Manager and Administrative Lead, Kathryn Pinkerton ensures that every project phase is executed with clarity, consistency, and attention to detail. Her ability to manage timelines, coordinate teams, and streamline communication makes her an essential link between technical execution and operational excellence. With a calm, organized approach, Kathryn keeps even the most complex efforts on track and aligned with client and company goals.
Key Areas of Expertise:
- Timeline development, task tracking, and milestone management
- Resource coordination across technical, legal, and construction teams
- Internal and client-facing communication strategies
- Process improvement and administrative systems optimization
- Project documentation, reporting, and compliance follow-through
HVAC / MEP Engineer | Project Manager | Expert Witness
Joshua Drake, PE, CEM, MSME
Joshua Drake is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with over 12 years of experience in HVAC and MEP engineering, construction project management, and federal facilities support. His work spans expert witness services, forensic analysis, and engineering consulting related to HVAC systems, mechanical design, construction defects, and code compliance. Joshua brings a disciplined, detail-oriented approach to complex technical matters across federal, commercial, and residential projects.
Joshua has supported projects for the U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, and large-scale infrastructure facilities, providing expert insight grounded in both engineering theory and real-world field execution. His ability to translate complex mechanical issues into clear documentation makes him a trusted resource for attorneys, owners, and agencies requiring defensible analysis and expert testimony.
Key Areas of Expertise:
- HVAC and MEP engineering design, analysis, and system performance evaluation
- Expert witness services, forensic investigation, and construction defect analysis
- Federal facilities support for military and infrastructure projects
- Code compliance reviews and standards-based engineering evaluations
- Project management, documentation, and litigation-ready technical reporting
Crop Science Expert | Cannabis & Hemp Expert | Expert Witness
Erik Jackson
Erik Jackson is a nationally recognized crop science expert with over eight years of experience in cannabis and hemp cultivation, agronomy, and large-scale agricultural operations. He provides expert witness and consulting services on matters involving crop failure, cultivation practices, genetic selection, seed quality, and compliance within the rapidly evolving cannabis and hemp industries.
Erik has worked on some of the largest hemp and cannabis operations in the U.S., including multi-site farms exceeding 1,500 acres and expansive greenhouse facilities. His background includes forensic crop analysis, operational audits, and performance evaluations used in litigation support, regulatory disputes, and business-to-business conflict resolution. Clients trust Erik for his technical clarity, agricultural depth, and ability to translate complex biological systems into practical findings.
Key Areas of Expertise:
- Cannabis and hemp agronomy, genetics, seed quality, and environmental control
- Crop failure investigations and forensic agricultural analysis for legal and insurance matters
- Cultivation facility evaluation, nutrient and irrigation system assessments
- Regulatory and compliance support for state and federal hemp/cannabis programs
- Demonstrative and data-driven reporting for litigation, arbitration, and operational consulting
Our Service Never Ended
Mission-Focused
Discipline & Accountability
Technical Precision
Integrity First
