WREC Experts

Weed Reconstruction and Expert Consulting was founded in 2012 by Shelly Weed. 

Shelly is a recovering law enforcement officer with more than 23 years of crash investigation and reconstruction experience, having investigated over 6,000 crashes. During her 14 years in law enforcement, she spent 10 years assigned to the Traffic Unit.

Shelly has completed more than 1,800 hours of advanced crash reconstruction training and is accredited as a Traffic Accident Reconstructionist by the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR). She is one of only 34 ACTAR-accredited professionals in the state of Georgia. She has been qualified as an expert witness in courts throughout Georgia in both crash reconstruction and human factors.

Outside of work, Shelly embraces the endurance lifestyle and enjoys spending time in what she calls the "pain cave." Most recently, she climbed the equivalent elevation of Mount Everest in Sun Valley, Idaho, as part of a 29029 Everesting event.

Amber Bishop joined WREC in 2018. Amber is a former litigator, WREC's General Counsel, and a Senior Reconstructionist. 

In 2005 Amber received a degree in Physics, after being inducted into the Physics Honor Society. While working full time as a scientist at the CDC, she earned her Masters from Emory University. Amber went on to graduate Magna Cum Laude from Georgia State University College of Law. Joining WREC has allowed Amber to combine her loves of physics and the law. 

She has completed more than 850 hours of crash reconstruction training and has investigated hundreds of collisions. Amber is ACTAR accredited and has been qualified by Courts across Georgia.

When Amber isn't working you can find her playing the piano, training for her next Hyrox event, or traveling with her four dogs.

 Stacy McMichael joined WREC as an associate crash reconstructionist in 2014. Stacy served as a firefighter with Coweta County Fire Department for 13 years. During that time, Stacy responded to hundreds of crashes, including those involving commercial vehicles, passenger vehicles, pedestrians, and motorcycles. 

Since joining WREC, Stacy has investigated hundreds of crashes and completed extensive crash reconstruction training.

Outside of work you can find Stacy spending quality time with his three daughters, working on projects around the house, and playing in a cornhole league.

 Josh joined WREC in 2023, as an Associate Crash Reconstructionist. Prior to WREC, Josh spent 4 years as a Heavy-Duty Diesel Technician, followed by almost 2 years in logistics. He brings a strong knowledge of the Heavy-Duty Commercial Vehicle industry. 

Josh is a huge baseball enthusiast, with 17 years playing experience, including at the college level. In his downtime, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two dogs, playing golf, and following the Atlanta Braves’ and Georgia Bulldogs’ seasons. 

Meghan joined WREC in 2023 as WREC's executive assistant and Shelly Weed's case manager. She is a graduate from Kennesaw State University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Biology. Her attention to detail and analytical thinking ensure the highest degree of  client service.

Outside of work you can find Meghan playing pickleball, attending concerts, and spending time with her friends.

Mackenzie joined WREC in early 2025 as Office Manager, bringing a strong background in organization, client relations, and case management. She is a graduate of Kennesaw State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Criminology. 

In her free time, she enjoys white water rafting, hiking with her husband and can almost always be found with her nose in a good book.

Elena joined WREC in fall 2025 with a strong academic foundation in forensic science. She holds a B.A. in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology from SNHU and an M.S. in Forensic Science from the University of New Haven.

 Prior to joining WREC, Elena served in the United States Army as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician. In this role, she developed a high level of technical precision, analytical problem-solving skills, and the ability to operate effectively in complex, high-pressure environments. Her professional background emphasizes attention to detail, critical thinking, and teamwork 

Outside of work, Elena is a Division I rugby player and coach with the Atlanta Harlequins and enjoys staying active with her family—including her dogs.