01/22/2026
KCG Engineering Group is proud to announce several Senior Staff promotions in 2026!
Chris Herr, Vice President of Business Development
Originally from Martha's Vineyard, MA, Chris attended Boston College and the U.S. Naval War College, earning his commission as a Naval Officer through ROTC. He spent 28 years serving as a Naval Aviator and in various ashore staff and joint assignments before retiring from the Navy in 2023. Chris joined the KCG team in September 2024, serving as a consultant and then as the Senior Director of Business Development before transitioning into his current position as Vice President of Business Development in January 2026. He lives in Norfolk with his wife Margaret, their daughters Isabel and Anne, and their golden retriever, Chester.
John Reuther, Vice President of Operations
Born and raised in Chesapeake, VA, John has been immersed in the world of defense contracting his entire life. After graduating from James Madison University with a BS in Biology, he spent 18 years at The Home Depot, where he gained a wealth of experience in operations and developed a passion for process improvement. John joined KCG in July 2023 as a Business Analyst and saw a rapid trajectory within the company, serving as Director of Operations before being promoted to Vice President of Operations in January 2026. After living throughout Virginia, he returned to settle in Chesapeake in 2023.
Wendy Cumings, Vice President of Corporate Services and Administration
A Pennsylvania native, Wendy began her career as a DoD civilian at the New Cumberland Army Depot, a role that sparked a lifelong dedication to supporting the nation’s defense infrastructure. With a career spanning four decades, including pivotal years as a DoD analyst, she brings a depth of knowledge in federal contracting and organizational management to the executive team. Wendy joined KCG in 2008 and has since focused on optimizing internal systems and developing the robust infrastructure required to support the company’s expanding footprint in the defense industry. Wendy has climbed the ranks at KCG and was promoted to Vice President of Corporate Services and Administration in January 2026. She currently resides in Virginia Beach with her husband, Bob.
