Our Team

LiveSAFE brings together seasoned construction professionals and driven new talent to create teams that are both experienced and forward thinking. By blending deep field expertise with fresh perspective, we deliver a strategic, safety first approach to construction services. Pairing proven leaders with a strong pipeline of dedicated new hires, we arrive on site prepared to execute with precision, efficiency, and an uncompromising commitment to safety.​

Clay Gardenhire

PRESIDENT

Clay is a seasoned leader across construction, staffing, and highly regulated industries, recognized for building high-performing teams and strengthening operations through long-term client partnerships. His leadership philosophy prioritizes people first and results always.

Over two decades in occupational health and safety have placed him at the helm of large-scale industrial and utility environments, from mega projects to storm restoration. At LiveSAFE Solutions, Clay is focused on aligning talent with client needs, solving complex challenges at scale, and ensuring safety remains at the center of every project.

Jamecia Milton

VP, FINANCE

Jamecia is a seasoned finance leader with deep expertise in data analytics, strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, supported by more than a decade of leadership experience. Her background in GAAP and IFRS compliance, audit oversight, and financial reporting has consistently reinforced accuracy, integrity, and sound financial stewardship.

Throughout her career, she has led transformative initiatives that improved operational efficiency, strengthened compliance, and introduced smarter, scalable processes.

Shane Bynum

VP, BIZ DEV & CONSTRUCTION

Shane brings more than 25 years of experience across electric utility transmission, distribution, and substation construction, with a career spanning from Journeyman Lineman to executive leadership. Known for his field credibility, relationship-driven approach, and operational rigor, he has led complex programs across multi-state utility environments.

As VP of Business Development & Construction, Shane will lead strategic growth initiatives while supporting LiveSAFE’s construction operations as the company continues to scale.

Sonya Gardenhire

VP, CORPORATE SERVICES

Sonya is a dynamic, results-driven business leader whose experience spans operations, finance, staffing, and administration across multiple industries. She has been instrumental in building LiveSAFE from the ground up, overseeing recruitment, payroll, benefits, vendor relationships, and driving meaningful cost savings and efficiency gains.

Focused on cultivating productive, people-first workplaces, Sonya brings a powerful combination of vision, operational rigor, and a commitment to excellence. Her leadership will be central to strengthening LiveSAFE’s corporate operations as we continue to grow.