Entrepreneur Business:
Case Study in the Infrastructure World
November 2, 2017

Scott Reeve
Founder and President, Composite Advantage

The Civil Engineering profession offers many opportunities for owning your own business.  The range includes design, consulting, construction and manufacturing. 
This presentation will discuss:

  • Ownership opportunities for civil engineers;
  • Business aspects of infrastructure manufacturing company;
  • Guidance and lessons learned from the owner;
  • Conclude with open discussion of the business side in the engineering world.

Case Study:  Composite Advantage

  • Company description
  • History
  • Highlights and Low lights
  • Lessons Learned
  • Next steps

Composite Advantage is a manufacturer and supplier for Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) products for major infrastructure markets.  CA pairs innovative design and unique technology with efficient manufacturing processes and in-depth field experience.  CA offers products ranging from pedestrian bridge decks, trail bridges, cantilever sidewalks and rail platforms to fenders, pilings, ship separators and other waterfront structures.

 

Scott Reeve is owner and President of Composite Advantage.  He holds a Master’s Degree in Engineering Management from Washington University and Master and Bachelor of Science degrees in Aeronautical Engineering from Purdue University.