Chad A. Keim, PE, is a professional engineer with extensive experience in the energy sector. He currently serves as Vice President of Technical Services at Atmos Energy, where he brings technical expertise and strategic insight to the role.

A graduate of Louisiana Tech University, Chad earned his Professional Engineer (PE) license in 2017 and has built a career focused on engineering excellence.

Chad is committed to supporting organizations that connect people to science and conservation. As a member of the MMNSF Board of Directors, he contributes his professional expertise and leadership to further the Museum’s mission.

Meet Rock Ingram: Leader, Volunteer, and Proud Museum Dad

From serving our country overseas to serving up curiosity at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, Rockell “Rock” Ingram brings heart, leadership, and dedication to everything he does. As a proud Mississippi native, veteran, and STEM professional, Rock uses his talents to support the next generation - whether he’s mentoring through energy industry organizations, helping families with their finances, or operating the Museum’s mechanical dinosaur alongside his son, Christian.

We're proud to have Rock as a valued member of the MMNS Foundation Board. His passion for education, service, and science shines through in every way he gives back.

Read more about Rock’s story and impact.

Few people embody a lifelong love of museums quite like Chris Zachow. From her childhood trips to the Smithsonian with her father to her decades of leadership with the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science Foundation, Chris has spent her life surrounded by wonder, discovery, and learning.