Richard Pearson
Founder

In 1986, Dick Pearson returned to his hometown of Madison, Wisconsin, to establish Pearson Engineering. He grew the firm by providing analysis and problem-solving engineering services for HVAC systems throughout the country

Much of Dick’s career has been spent in hands-on analysis of the operation of HVAC systems. Before founding his firm, Dick served as Chief Engineer on a U.S. Navy ship. He also worked as a sales engineer for a major air conditioning manufacturer and as a partner for a large HVAC and electrical design firm in Dayton, Ohio.

The American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) honored Dick as a Fellow for his pioneering work with building automation systems. The society also presented him with a Distinguished Service Award.

Dick’s notable career spanned more than 50 years and continued into his retirement as a consultant and ASHRAE speaker. The firm’s founder remained a close friend to the business and staff, continuing to engage in celebrations together until his passing in March of 2024.