Meet Our Team

Stephen moved with his family from Northern California to Fort Collins as a child. He attended Colorado State as Daniels Scholar where he received his bachelor’s in civil engineering as well as became Daniels Alumni. Stephen now is a Professional Engineer who works as Project Engineer in aviation providing project and construction management, along with civil engineering services, to his clients. Stephen is able to use his skills to provide EWB Fort Collins and our partner communities the same services. Outside of work and volunteering, he is an adventurer, traveler, sailer, photographer, and lover of crafting and mechanics.

Ben Strate is a chemical engineer at Stantec with a strong foundation in multidisciplinary problem‑solving and sustainable design. As the Vice President and Project Coordinator of the local Engineers Without Borders chapter, he plays a key role in organizing efforts, supporting project teams, and guiding chapter initiatives.

He became involved with EWB to apply his engineering background toward impactful, community‑driven projects that prioritize long‑term sustainability. Through his leadership, Ben has helped strengthen collaboration within the chapter, supported student involvement, and advanced projects that reflect EWB’s commitment to responsible, community‑focused engineering.

With over 25 years of experience as a mechanical engineer in the building industry, Corey Rhodes has focused his career on creating efficient, sustainable, and resilient building systems. His passion for energy efficiency drives both his professional work and his volunteer efforts. He joined Engineers Without Borders to use his skills to support developing communities, helping improve quality of life through thoughtful, sustainable design.

Bringing nearly 30 years of engineering and leadership experience across multiple disciplines, Megan joined the local EWB chapter in early 2023. She became involved with Engineers Without Borders to apply her engineering skills in ways that create meaningful, real‑world impact. EWB’s commitment to sustainable, community‑driven solutions aligned strongly with her values and her interest in international work that integrates social, environmental, and ethical considerations alongside technical design.

Through EWB, Megan has collaborated with like‑minded professionals, supported the student chapter through mentorship, and contributed to projects focused on long‑term community empowerment. Her involvement has deepened her belief that engineering, when guided by responsibility and collaboration, can be a powerful force for positive and lasting change.

Todd has roots in Wyoming, but grew up in Aberdeen, Scotland and Stavanger, Norway. He returned to the states for his bachelor’s and master’s at University of Wyoming in Civil Engineering. Todd spent the next three decades consulting on water resource projects before serving as the Water Resources Manager for the City of Loveland, Colorado. His experience has helped EWB Fort Collins build water supply projects in programs across South and Central America. On the weekends, Todd will be out fishing or staying in shape on the trail, on the field, or in the gym.