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The Relentless Journey of Sierra Geotech
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Building More Than a Business – Building an Ecosystem

Sierra Geotech was not built on luck. It was built on strategy, execution, and an unwavering focus on the customer.

From one employee (Shaun Vemuri) to a team of 50+, Sierra Geotech didn’t grow because of external investors or bank loans. It grew because of a relentless drive to rethink materials testing and inspections from the ground up.

While others followed outdated industry models, Sierra Geotech designed and built an entirely new system—one built for speed, accuracy, and scale.

This isn’t just a company.
It’s an ecosystem.

The Sierra Geotech Ecosystem – Built for Scale, Engineered for Speed

The old way of thinking about materials testing? A handful of centralized labs struggling to serve an entire region.

The Sierra Geotech way? A network of micro-labs strategically positioned across California, ensuring that test results are delivered faster than ever before.

Distributed micro-labs = Faster turnaround times
More locations = Greater accessibility for contractors
Optimized logistics = Better efficiency at every step

We aren’t waiting for the industry to change. We’re building the future ourselves.

Training the Future of Materials Testing

The construction materials testing industry faces a severe shortage of qualified inspectors.

Most companies struggle to find certified field and lab personnel. Sierra Geotech saw this as an opportunity.

Instead of waiting for the workforce to catch up, we built our own training academy—a prestigious program that has already produced more than 40 field inspectors since 2023.

Our academy is built on the highest standards of excellence, ensuring that every graduate enters the field with speed, accuracy, and real-world experience.

 Why This Matters:

We train inspectors in real-world conditions—not just in classrooms.

We set the highest standards of speed and accuracy.

We ensure that every inspector understands the Sierra Geotech customer-first mindset.

The Sierra Geotech Training Academy 
– A Prestigious Institution

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Scientia et Structura

Sierra Geotech
Growth Journey

2019

Shaun Vemuri launches Sierra Geotech

2020

The first big client lands

2021 

First five inspectors hired & trained

2022

The Training Academy launches

2023

The micro-lab expansion begins

2024

Sierra Geotech becomes a game changer!

The Sierra Geotech Playbook – 8 Principles That Drive Us

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1.

Leadership Focused on the Mission

Great leaders serve their team first. At Sierra Geotech, leadership is about removing obstacles so the team can thrive.

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Hiring the Right People First

We don’t hire just to fill positions. Our Training Academy ensures every inspector meets the highest standards before stepping into the field.

Meet the Leadership Team

Join the Sierra Geotech Eco System

Shaun Vemuri

The Lead Servant (President & CEO)

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Ray Downes

The Testing Guru (Lab Director)

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Rekha Nanduri

The Money Manager (Vice President)

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Vikram Kyatham

The Problem Solver (Chief Engineer)

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Inna Radova

The Speed Controller (Chief Systems Officer)

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Chelsea Shear 

The Orchestra Conductor (Lead Dispatcher)

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