Anthony “Tony” DeFrancesco, CEI
Vice President, Vertical Transportation Practice Director
DeFrancesco leads vertical transportation efforts across multiple regions, helping deliver smart, compliant elevator and conveyance solutions from design through installation.

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DeFrancesco’s work focuses on the systems people use every day but rarely think about, ensuring elevators and conveyance solutions are designed, installed, and operating exactly as they should.
DeFrancesco is deeply involved from concept through completion, helping develop design solutions, supporting contract documents, and reviewing submittals for alignment with project requirements. He also conducts detailed inspections to confirm installations meet applicable codes and performance expectations and evaluates design changes with a focus on practicality and cost-effectiveness.
He brings a sharp eye for detail and a steady, solutions-focused mindset to every project. Known for catching issues early and keeping teams aligned, DeFrancesco helps maintain quality and consistency while navigating complex technical challenges.
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