CHICAGO, IL Environmental Systems Design, Inc. (ESD) mission critical facilities, workplaces, and health, science, and education environments, promotes John Nieman, Michael Paras, and Christy Weed to Vice Presidents.

Nieman has been a key figure and Lead Plumbing Engineer in ESD's high performance building group, working on several important projects. He served as a panel member at the 2014 ASPE National Convention, discussing plumbing high-rise systems design. He earned a Master of Science in mechanical engineering and a Bachelor of Science from West Virginia University.

Paras is a Lead Fire Protection Engineer. He has been responsible for design of fire protection systems for important clients and has also been a valuable mentor for fire protection engineers. He procured a bachelor of science degree in aeronautical engineering from the University of Illinois.

Weed has helped transform ESD's marketing function. She has contributed to the strategic marketing plan and supported the marketing team's personal development. She earned her bachelor of science degree from the University of Missouri.