Giovanetti Shulman Associates Consulting Engineers (GSA), a Philadelphia-based mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and low voltage engineering firm, has joined IMEG — the fifth largest engineering firm in the U.S. and largest privately-owned firm in the gaming industry. The merger with GSA enhances the national, full-service engineering firm’s existing services in the Philadelphia region and national gaming portfolio.

Founded in 1982 by Richard Giovanetti and Mark Shulman, GSA has provided sustainable engineering design services on a wide variety of projects in the entertainment, commercial, cultural, education, and healthcare markets, among others. As the firm grew, the two founders created a highly technical team supported by a great staff including Connie Giovanetti.

"We are excited to add the team from GSA and deepen our bench of expertise, particular in the gaming and entertainment industries," said IMEG President and CEO Paul VanDuyne. “Their passion for the built environment, along with their creative and technical skills, are vital characteristics that match IMEG’s own priorities.”

GSA President Richard Giovanetti said the firm is looking forward to being part of IMEG and the ability it brings to offer clients a full line of engineering services—all with the same local team. He and Mark Shulman will continue to serve as local team leaders and the firm will continue to operate out of its existing Broomall location, doing business as Giovanetti Shulman Associates, now IMEG, until full integration.