New York, July 2026 – Chris Caraway joins Nova Data Testing from Amerapex, where he served as Vice President of Asset Integrity Strategy and Finance. He takes up the newly created role of Vice President of Strategy, Finance and Growth at Nova Data Testing, a growing provider of non-destructive testing services with an expanding national footprint and an ambitious leadership team committed to scaling the business. In appointing Chris, Nova Data Testing has secured a proven executive with deep expertise in aligning strategy and finance within a technically driven, asset-intensive business.
Metric Geo was engaged to lead the search, with the process overseen by Louis Elsom.
Speaking of the appointment, John Taylor, CEO of Nova Data Testing, said: “Metric did an excellent job taking the time to understand not only the role we were looking to fill, but also Nova Data’s business, culture, and where we are headed as a company. They brought us a strong group of candidates and managed the process extremely well from beginning to end. Chris has already become a valuable addition to our leadership team, and we’re excited about the experience and perspective he brings as we continue to grow Nova Data and build out our strategy, finance and growth capabilities.”
Of the process, Chris said: “I had an outstanding experience with Metric Geo, and in particular Louis Elsom, who guided me through the recruitment process. From our first conversation, Louis was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping me find the right opportunity. What stood out most was his commitment to understanding both my professional goals and the company’s needs, ensuring a great fit for everyone involved. I highly recommend Metric Geo and Louis Elsom to anyone considering their next career move or seeking a trusted recruitment partner.”
Speaking of the placement, Louis Elsom commented: “Nova Data Testing is a business with real momentum behind it, and the leadership team has built something genuinely impressive in the non-destructive testing space. When we were briefed on this search, it was clear that the right candidate needed to bring the strategic mindset and commercial instinct to help shape where Nova Data goes next. Chris has all of that in abundance, and his background in asset integrity and finance within technically complex environments made him an outstanding fit for this role and this business.”
