Gray Dougherty Joins KOVA As Director of Architecture
A Seasoned Professional, Dougherty Bolsters KOVA’s Mission to Implement and Inspire Circular Design SAN FRANCISCO — KOVA, a leader in integrated, whole-project building material solutions, welcomes Gray Dougherty, AIA, LEED PA, Assoc. DBIA, as Director of Architecture. Gray will lead KOVA’s “Connect” team to collaboratively identify, develop, and deliver innovative products in the expanding category. “Gray brings deep expertise in design and construction and diverse experience in both...
Profile® Products Names Shane Porzio President and Chief Executive Officer
Organization honors retirement of Jim Tanner as long-time leader who transitions to the board to support his successor Shane Porzio BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. — Profile® Products, a leading developer and manufacturer of highly engineered specialty agriscience materials, today announced that Jim Tanner, Chief Executive Officer, will retire from his position as CEO effective March 31, 2023. Shane Porzio, currently President, will succeed Jim as President and CEO and as a Director on the Board of Direc...
S&T professor named director of Missouri Center for Transportation Innovation
Dr. John J. Myers and other individuals associated with MCTI recently met U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg during his visit to the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Pictured are, from left: Dr. John Kevern, Dr. Jill Bernard Bracy, Buttigieg, Myers, Dr. Maryam Salehi Esfandarani, Dr. Baolin Deng and Dr. Ceki Halmen. Photo by Brandon Parigo/UMKC. ROLLA, Mo. – Dr. John J. Myers, a professor of civil, architectural and environmental engineering at Missouri University of Sci...
Marnique Heath, STUDIOS' Board Chair and DC-based Principal, earns elevation to AIA College of Fellows
Recognition bestowed for advancing the profession through civic stewardship, social awareness, and advocacy for underrepresented communities. WASHINGTON – STUDIOS’ Board Chair and DC-based Principal, Marnique Heath, has been recognized as a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) College of Fellows, the highest membership honor for architects who have made significant contributions to the profession and society and exemplify architectural excellence. Only 3% of AIA members h...
Announcing the 2023 Cornelia Hahn Oberlander International Landscape Architecture Prize Jury
Jurors from Australia, Canada, Chile, The Netherlands, Rwanda, Singapore, and Thailand – Global Oberlander Prize includes a U.S.$100,000 award and two years of public engagements activities Washington, D.C. (March 7, 2023) – The Cultural Landscape Foundation (TCLF) today announced the jury that will select the 2023 winner of the Cornelia Hahn Oberlander International Landscape Architecture Prize who will receive a U.S.$100,000 award and whose work will be the focus of two years of pu...
Karen Pelzer Joins NELSON Worldwide as Senior Project Manager, Hospitality
The experienced educator will support and elevate NELSON’s hospitality sector PHILADELPHIA — Award-winning architecture, design, and strategy firm NELSON Worldwide is excited to announce the addition of Karen Pelzer as Senior Project Manager, Hospitality. Karen will provide guidance and support to the hospitality team as well as champion project success. “Karen brings with her an incredible amount of knowledge and experience in architecture and design within the hospitality industry,”...
Franklin Electric Launches New Employee Resource Group: Franklin Women’s Network
A company-wide kickoff event on February 22 unveiled plans for the group and its engagement activities throughout the year. Fort Wayne, IN – Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ: FELE) announced the formation of a new employee resource group (ERG) dedicated to providing an avenue for women to grow both professionally and personally through education, networking and advocacy. Known as Franklin Women’s Network (FWN), the group’s promise is to, “build a welcoming, inclusive community, provid...
Hord Coplan Macht Announces Retirement of Founder/CEO and Names Successor
Lee Coplan to Retire at End of Q1 2023 as Tim Barnhill, Chief Operating Officer Named CEO Baltimore, MD – (March 2023) — Hord Coplan Macht, an award-winning integrated architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, and planning firm, announces the retirement of Founder and Chief Executive Officer Lee Coplan, FAIA. Lee leaves behind a long and celebrated career leading the practice over the last four decades while bringing innovative design strategies and leadership to the archi...
63 Individuals Earn NPCA’s Highest Academic Certificate In Becoming Master Precasters
A record-number 63 individuals earned the distinction of NPCA Master Precaster on Thursday, Feb. 23, during a ceremony at the Hilton Columbus Downtown in Columbus, Ohio. To earn the title Master Precaster, an individual must complete an intensive two-year program covering the precast concrete industry, safety, production, technical knowledge, quality assurance and leadership. Graduates are honored during the NPCA Keynote Luncheon, held as a kickoff to The Precast Show, the largest precast con...
IECA Announces New Board Members and Officers
Denver, Colo – The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) welcomes Sonny Johns, CPESC to the board in addition to Thomas Schneider, CPESC and Andrew Macleod, CPESC, CPSS as returning members. New board members were installed at the IECA Annual Conference in Kansas City in February. Additionally, officers for the upcoming year were elected. The IECA governing body is as follows: Jerry Sanders, CPESC – President Thomas Schneider, CPESC – Vice President Jonathan Koepke, C...