Experience

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  Cjmw architecture

  May 1997 - Jun 2002

  Intern / architect

  1. Participated in all phases of design and construction of small and large scale projects including corporate, educational, cultural, religious, financial, & hospitality building types2. Coordinated multi-disciplinary project teams, to meet design goals and project budgets & schedules3. Received CJMW individual achievement award for leadership4. Mentored students investigating architecture as a career through a high school work-study program

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  Flad architects

  Jun 2002 - Jul 2006

  Project architect

  1. Worked within multidisciplinary project teams, listening to the needs of clients and applying those needs toward a successful project tailored to clients’ schedules and budgets2. Developed design team schedules and budgets for all phases of design3. Nominated and accepted to the firm’s Associate group4. Advised high school students participating in AIA sponsored design competition

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  Potter lawson, inc.

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2008

  Project architect/manager

  1. Managed multidisciplinary project teams, listening to the needs of clients and applying those needs toward a successful project tailored to clients’ schedules and budgets2. Developed and executed internal design team schedules and budgets for all phases of design3. Participated in firm’s business development plans pursuing job leads, developing strategies for and participating in interviews for proposed projects, and fostering client relationships

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  Gorman & company

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2009

  Architect

  1. Generated site and building concepts for new construction projects, and led project team through the design and documentation process2. Selected potential firms for consultants; procured and evaluated proposals3. Performed forensic investigation of existing buildings, evaluated performance issues, and developed solutions for improvement

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  Itt technical institute

  May 2010 - Jun 2011

  Instructor

  Instructor in the School of Drafting and Design. Taught courses in Sustainable Design and AutoCAD.

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  Potter lawson, inc.

  Jun 2011 - Aug 2013

  Project architect

  Interested in helping us move toward a design thinking culture, creating built environments that enable other people and businesses to become successful, team building and partnering, continual learning, and mentoring.

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  Madison area technical college

  Aug 2013 - now

  Director & faculty - architecture program

  Madison College’s Architectural Technology Program prepares learners for professional practice in the architecture/engineering/construction industry and for university level study of architecture. We position our graduates to help society see the value in design professionals’ work.Learners draw, animate, draft, model, render, and create 2D & 3D architectural representation. They train with the most current software and equipment that is often ahead of industry practice, and they learn about building materials, construction methods, building codes, site design, structural analysis, and professional practice from faculty who work in the field. Show less

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  Aia wisconsin

  Jan 2016 - Jan 2018

  President, southwest section

  Advocating for the profession of architecture; providing opportunities for exchange of information among established and emerging creative professionals, our partners, and clients; and fostering community among all interested in moving our culture toward one that values design.

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  National architectural accrediting board (naab)

  Jun 2016 - now

  Accreditation visiting team pool

  I represent the American Institute of Architects (AIA) as a NAAB accreditation visiting team member. I have been a visiting team member reviewing North Carolina State University’s program in 2018 and Texas A&M's program in 2023. NAAB visiting team members review an institution's professional architecture degree program(s) of study and, ultimately, recommend action to the NAAB board as to the institution's accreditation status.

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  Strang, inc. | architecture | engineering | interior design

  Jun 2016 - Aug 2016

  Project architect

  Limited term engagement. Working on some beautiful and challenging projects with talented people and keeping my skills sharp while I'm away from teaching on my summer "break."

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  Aro eberle architects

  Jul 2019 - Sept 2019

  Architect

  Limited term engagement. Working on some interesting projects alongside some dedicated and talented creatives and keeping my skills sharp while on my summer “break” from the college.

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  Aia wisconsin

  Jan 2022 - now

  At large member, board of directors

  Guiding and implementing the vision of AIA Wisconsin to advocate for its membership, create partnerships across the AEC industry. and raise awareness of design professionals' value in our state.

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  Bwbr

  Jul 2022 - Aug 2022

  Architect

  Limited term engagement. Working on some interesting healthcare and higher education projects alongside dedicated, talented, & FUN creative professionals. Summer work develops and keeps my skills sharp while on my summer “break” from Madison College.