2025 Conference Speaker Hub

Lisa Washington joined the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) in 2004 as Vice President of Education and Conferences and was named DBIA’s Executive Director/CEO in 2009. Under her leadership, legislative authority of design-build grew from 22 to 48 states, the number of DBIA-certified professionals increased from 86 to nearly 7,000 and DBIA’s design-build curriculum expanded with the release of Design-Build Done Right® Universal Best Practices. Engineering News Record (ENR) named Lisa one of the Top 25 Newsmakers of the Year in 2013 for her work in leading a coalition that resulted in the Corps of Engineers significantly enhancing their design-build procurement processes. She was inducted into the National Academy of Construction in 2023 for “transformational leader in design-build with strong collaborative efforts to standardize best practices.” Washington currently serves on the Board of Regents of the National Institute of Building Sciences Collaboration Academy. In her spare time, she is an American Red Cross Blood Drive leader and a youth mentor/advisor at her church. She holds the Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential and a Master’s in Nonprofit Management from the University of Maryland.

Originally hailing from Alaska, Megan joined BNBuilders in 2018 and has been a proven leader in the areas of life science and tech labs, GMP spaces and manufacturing, and higher ed. She earned her degree in civil environmental engineering from the University of Washington and has been instrumental in the growth of BNB’s life science sector. Megan’s adept leadership fosters collaboration and drives innovation within her team, ensuring the delivery of exceptional projects that meet the highest standards.

Annette has led the interior design vision and process on multiple award-winning projects that include organizations such as Seattle Children’s Research Institute, Stanford University, Roche, and Seagen/Pfizer. She is honored to have worked with clients who are leaders in their industries and who strive to improve our world on both local and global scales.

As an architect, Annette has an innate drive to bring order from chaos. As an artist, she embraces the need to dream in order to create a vision worth materializing. These skills balance both the broader vision and sharp-eyed detail that her clients depend upon.

With three decades of experience in workplace design, Annette partners with clients who have identified a need to transform their environments ensuring continued success. She guides her clients to explore beyond perceived limitations and capture big dreams, crystalize a vision and find the joy in turning that dream into reality.

Tessa Fox, an adept design manager at Andersen Construction, brings her 10 years of healthcare design experience creating meticulously crafted layouts that elevate the human experience to the construction industry. She champions collaboration from project inception, fostering harmonious owner and consultant partnerships that yield top-tier patient care solutions. Tessa excels in seamlessly integrating diverse consultant backgrounds for pivotal projects like Harborview, Providence, and CHI Franciscan.

Having previously served as a construction manager and a project manager at Washington State University, Joe Kline currently serves as the Assistant Vice President for Facilities Services – Operations and Capital. Before arriving at WSU, Joe worked as a construction manager and project manager at Iowa State University and the University of Idaho. Prior to his work in higher education, Joe delivered projects in his role as an officer in the Navy’s Civil Engineer Corps, primarily in Northern California. He has been directly involved in the construction of over 20 major new facilities as a project manager and now manages a staff of 150 to deliver all public works projects and operate and maintain facilities at Washington State University. Joe has over 30 years’ experience delivering design-bid-build, GC/CM, and Design Build projects.

A registered mechanical engineer, Joe is also a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) through CMAA.

Aileen is a graduate from Washington State University with a BA in interior design and has enjoyed working in the industry for nearly 15 years. As a Spokane native, she has a big love for the community and curating projects that make an impact on her hometown.

She’s an award-winning interior designer, with a vast range of project experience in multi-family, higher education, healthcare, workplace, K-12, residential, and hospitality design.

She approaches every project with an open mind, a generous amount of hard-work, and the creative & technical skills needed to execute large complex project types.

Princess Agina is passionate about fostering equitable partnerships and inclusive environments where both businesses and individuals thrive. With over 12 years of experience in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), she has worked across industries to develop programs that remove barriers and create access to economic opportunities. Her background includes supporting small businesses and workforce development efforts as a Peace Corps volunteer in Costa Rica, a Fulbright Scholar in Mexico, and as the Economic Development Specialist and Film Commissioner for the Island of Hawaii.

As Director of Equity and Belonging at Andersen Construction, Princess drives initiatives that ensure equitable access to opportunities for underrepresented businesses in design and construction. She collaborates closely with project teams to embed inclusive practices across procurement, trade partners engagement, and mentorship programs—ensuring that small businesses not only participate in projects but are also positioned for long-term success.

An MBA graduate from the University of Oxford, she brings a global perspective to inclusive workforce and supplier diversity strategies. In her role at Andersen, she works to build trust, drive systemic change, and create sustainable pathways for small and diverse businesses to succeed in the built environment.

With over 20 years of experience in the Washington construction industry, Ike brings a deep understanding of progressive design-build delivery and collaborative team leadership. As a key member of Andersen Construction, based in the Pacific Northwest (PNW), he has led a wide range of projects that combine innovative design with efficient, high-quality construction practices. Ike is proud to deliver integrated solutions that reflect the values and needs of the communities we serve.

As Director of Equity and Belonging at Andersen Construction, Princess drives initiatives that ensure equitable access to opportunities for underrepresented businesses in design and construction. She collaborates closely with project teams to embed inclusive practices across procurement, trade partners engagement, and mentorship programs—ensuring that small businesses not only participate in projects but are also positioned for long-term success.

An MBA graduate from the University of Oxford, she brings a global perspective to inclusive workforce and supplier diversity strategies. In her role at Andersen, she works to build trust, drive systemic change, and create sustainable pathways for small and diverse businesses to succeed in the built environment.

As Design Manager with BNBuilders, Ellen Spell specializes in design-build and other integrated project delivery models across a wide range of project scales and programs for public and private clients. She is a cross-disciplinary problem-solver with over 17 years in the AEC industry both as an architect and builder. Ellen focuses on process, planning and workflows to leverage and support each team’s diverse knowledge and experience in service of project goals.

In his role as Project Executive at Andersen Construction, Ike leads both the Healthcare and Higher Education markets in Seattle. Outside of his family, his greatest passion is building strong partnerships and cohesive teams—because he firmly believes that with the right team, any obstacle can be overcome.

Luke is a Spokane-based architect and project manager with 12 years of experience working across multiple states. He has successfully led and managed over 100 projects, ranging from $20,000 modular coffee stands to $50M luxury vacation developments, using various delivery methods. A strong advocate for collaboration, Luke believes in involving stakeholders and consultants early in the design process to achieve the best outcomes. He is currently serving as President-Elect of AIA Spokane.

As a PME veteran of over thirty years, Irene Carper has been on the forefront of the Indian gaming industry in Washington State since casino operations began in Suquamish. Irene began her tenure with PME as a Bingo Hall floor worker, joining management when PME expanded into electronic gaming in 1995, and eventually working her way up to her current position of Chief Operating Officer (COO). In addition to casino management, Irene has also overseen a wide range of corporate interests, including commercial and residential real estate, a golf course, and a chain of gas stations/convenience stores.

Significant milestones in Irene’s career include the 1999 migration to slot machine gaming, construction of a full-scale casino facility in 2004, the addition of a hotel resort in 2006, construction of a second hotel tower and event center in 2015, and establishment of the Clearwater Markets gas station chain in 2024.
In 2009, Irene was elected to the Suquamish Tribal Council, where she served until 2014. She was re-elected in 2023 and is currently the Tribal Council Secretary.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Irene is dedicated to community partnership programs. She is on the board of directors of Leadership Kitsap and South Puget Sound and Olympics Chapter of the American Red Cross. She currently volunteers with the tribal school, Chief Kitsap Academy, and works with the Suquamish youth golf team.
Irene’s extensive education in gaming has played a crucial role in her success. She has completed various certifications in electronic gaming from the University of Nevada-Reno, casino management courses from San Diego State University, and earned the Highest Award for Achievement in the Dale Carnegie management program. She is also a graduate of the Leadership Kitsap Class of 2008 and graduated from the University of Washington’s Executive Development Program.

In her free time, Irene enjoys golfing and cheering her grandkids’ sports activities.

David is a vice president, account executive in IMA’s construction insurance practice, working with various AEC and CRE firms to develop holistic risk management practices. David’s primary experience lies in the placement of complex insurance programs for various national high-risk specialty contractors in the design-build and progressive design build space. Managing these programs has allowed him the opportunity to guide clients through their risk management efforts with a proactive approach to risk control, claims management, negotiations with underwriters, and mitigation of risks present in specialty construction space.

Before joining PS&F/IMA in 2023, David spent seven years at a strong specialty brokerage firm where he was a
commercial insurance broker in the large construction space. This experience gave him a deep understanding of what specialty subcontractors face by becoming a valued partner in their business operations. He has extensive knowledge of a few subject matter areas, including construction risk, professional liability, captive analysis, large deductible programs, and enterprise risk management. David has published two articles, one on fire sprinkler and safety technology for commercial real estate, and the second on managing risk in construction-led design-build projects for the Puget Sound Business Journal.

Kevin serves as Lydig’s Vice President of Preconstruction, where he oversees cost estimates and budgeting for all projects in Lydig’s Western Region. With 15 years of experience managing construction projects and 5 years as a Preconstruction Manager, Kevin has a wealth of expertise in the field. Over the past four years, he has successfully completed preconstruction services on three Progressive Design-Build projects. Kevin is deeply committed to creating inclusive project environments, emphasizing local involvement and ensuring that community stakeholders are engaged throughout the entire process.

Matt Lane is a Principal with McGranahanPBK who brings 30 years of experience leading educational and community-based teams, including a dozen alternative delivery projects. A champion for design build, Matt focuses on building the behaviors of high-performing teams to achieve exceptional results, fulfill each community’s unique goals, and foster professional growth among team members.

Laura DeGooyer, Director of Capital Projects, Lake Washington School District.  Laura is a certified project management professional with over 20 years of experience in the construction industry. Her career has included construction and project management of over $2 Billion of projects in water/wastewater, aviation, education, healthcare, and justice facilities in various roles as a general contractor, owner’s representative, and owner. Project delivery experience includes design-bid-build, GC/CM and Design Build. She currently provides leadership and direction over a $1 Billion capital levy program for the second largest school district in Washington State.

Ina is a certified project management professional with over 19 years of experience in the construction industry and over six years with Lake Washington School District. She started her career as a Project Engineer for a General Contractor but has spent the last 15 years representing owners on mostly school projects. She has completed 10 successful alternative delivery projects. She has a passion for building schools and her favorite type of projects are those that utilize a high level of collaboration between team members. She has held her Associate DBIA certification since 2015 and is currently working on multiple progressive design build school projects.

Heidi exemplifies our commitment to teamwork and collaboration. She began her career at McGranahan before joining Lydig in 2021, contributing to innovative, community-focused projects at both firms. Notably, she played a key role on Stanwood-Camano School District’s new high school and Church Creek Campus projects. Heidi also helped lead the John Rogers Elementary School replacement project, Seattle Public Schools’ first Net Zero environmental initiative.

Lara Sirois has been a project manager at University of Washington’s Project Delivery Group since 2019.  Her work at UW has focused on major renovations and progressive design-build projects.  She is passionate about the opportunity to support the mission of the University through capital projects, particularly the unique challenges of renovating existing buildings, giving them new life and meeting current and future needs.  Before coming to UW, Lara worked as an architect in private practice for twenty years and she brings that experience to her role as a project manager and owner’s representative, helping her to build collaborative and highly successful project teams.  While working in a variety of project types and delivery methods, she is also pleased to have the opportunity to work with a variety of builders and design partners, who share her enthusiasm for doing work on the University of Washington campus.  Lara is currently working on three design-build projects at UW, two of which are major renovations under construction.

Crystal Day is an architect at Miller Hull in Seattle, with a focus on interior architecture, lab planning, and healthcare design. Crystal is a 2023 recipient of the AIA Young Architect Award and a current participant in the AIA Next to Lead program, which develops leadership among women of color in architecture.

She has long been a champion for equity in the profession, serving as Co-Chair of AIA Seattle’s Diversity Roundtable and on the board of Sawhorse Revolution, where she’s led design/build programs empowering youth through mentorship and craft. Crystal is also a dedicated member of NOMA and a passionate advocate for designing spaces with empathy, purpose, and community at the center.

Molly is a seasoned Project Manager with 9 years of experience at Skanska, specializing in the progressive design-build. A proud University of Washington graduate, Molly began her career in Skanska’s building division as a project engineer and is now managing complex renovation projects for large-scale commercial clients that leave lasting impacts in their communities. Her leadership and innovative problem-solving skills have been instrumental in driving project efficiency and client satisfaction.

Mitch is a Project Architect specializing in civic projects, including the recently completed Clackamas County Courthouse. Practicing since 2014, he is dedicated to delivering efficient, client-focused solutions that balance design innovation with practical project demands. With a strong interest in integrating natural forms and sustainable strategies, Mitch approaches each project as an opportunity to shape environments that respond to both community needs and the natural world.

Nancy is currently the Clackamas County Operating Officer. A primary component of her position is the Project Manager for the replacement courthouse currently under construction and is scheduled to be completed by May 2025. In this position Nancy acts as the owner in all aspects. Interacts with Clackamas Progress Partners representative, the and the Design and Build Manager as well as the owner’s representative advisory firm. Nancy also has other related county operating duties and manages the State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds for Clackamas County.

Previously, Nancy was the Director of the Disaster Management Department in Clackamas County, Oregon. Nancy was the lead for the county’s response to three historic events while the Director of Disaster Management: COVID, starting with the County’s (and the state’s) first COVID case on February 28, 2020, September 2020 Wildland Fires and February 2022 Ice Storm.

Stephen has worked within the project management, cost, and quantity surveying environment for 10 years providing client focused P3 advisory, project delivery, cost planning, estimating, negotiation, and management services. Stephen has gained extensive experience in delivering mega projects with a portfolio of over $1.8bn in capital projects for public owners.

Stephen was a pinnacle member of the owner’s team on the UC Merced 2020 Project, the 1st educational Public Private Partnership in the United States, providing management services from procurement through to operations. Stephen is now leading the delivery of the 1st Public Private Partnership for the State of Oregon on the Clackamas County Courthouse Project.

Stephen’s extensive experience in a multitude of sectors and markets both in the United States and Australia, as well as his grounding in Civil Engineering, brings a methodical approach and keen eye for detail. Stephen’s experience as project lead on P3 mega projects has broadened his skillset significantly both in an advisory and managerial capacity.

Sean is an architect and project manager with a deep passion for precision, whether designing and coordinating complex building components or strategically managing resources to meet clients’ goals. He applies evidence-based design to problem-solving, using data-driven analysis to implement the most effective solutions.

P3 delivery models, such as the Clackamas County Courthouse project, demand meticulous attention to detail and collaborative solutions tailored to project-specific requirements. This project delivery method enables Sean to leverage his expertise, ensuring projects are executed efficiently, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. His collaborative approach emphasizes stakeholder engagement, sustainability, and long-term value. With a sharp eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, Sean is dedicated to shaping innovative, functional, and enduring built environments.

Jane brings more than 35 years of experience leading planning and design projects across more than a dozen college and university campuses. Before joining Hennebery Eddy, she served as a senior project manager at Oregon State University-Cascades for five years, where she guided master planning, programming, and design for the development of the new Bend campus which included Design Build process. This role gave her a unique insight into academic and operational functions from the owner’s perspective. She has led projects of all types from programming and concept to occupancy, thoughtfully planning diverse academic spaces including labs and Blackbox theatres. As an experienced leader and Associate DBIA professional, Jane brings a depth of understanding of academic and operational functions from her experience as a consultant and former academic client. Her diverse perspective supports leading a cohesive and smooth process from concept to occupancy.

Jess Donnerberg is a passionate design-build professional with a drive for pushing the industry forward. He earned a dual bachelor’s degree in architecture and construction management from Washington State University and went on to earn a master’s degree in building construction from Auburn University in Alabama. Jess spent nearly a decade working in the Seattle market before relocating to his hometown (Spokane area) in 2022, where he is currently raising his family. Jess is a certified LEED Green Associate and a DBIA Design-Build Professional. Currently, Jess works as a senior project manager for Bouten Construction Company, where he is leading a progressive design-build project for a higher-educational client in the Spokane area. When he isn’t advocating for his favorite delivery method, you might find Jess hard at work designing and building something on a slightly smaller scale: custom furniture.

Eric has spent most of his 30-year career as a municipal engineer working as a consultant on various water, wastewater, and transportation projects across Central Washington. After joining WSU in 2019, Eric has been involved in various projects across the WSU Health Sciences Spokane Campus, including the renovation of the Phase One Building and the new Team Health Education Building, which are being completed using the Progressive Design-Build method of delivery. Eric is a registered professional engineer and a graduate of Washington State University.

Chad Heimbigner is the Chief Operating Officer for Coffman Engineers and serves on their Board of Directors. Coffman is a multidiscipline engineering consulting firm with over 900 team members in 23 offices across the United States. Chad serves on the Advisory Boards for the Gonzaga University School of Leadership Studies and University of Idaho Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, in addition to being an active volunteer with several local community organizations. During his 29-year career in the A/E/C industry, Chad has worked on over 100 design-build projects in a variety of markets throughout the country including education, civic, manufacturing, aerospace, industrial, military, commercial, hospitality, public welfare, recreational, athletic facilities, housing, infrastructure, and alternative energy. Chad’s extensive experience with design-build project collaboration involves pull planning, target value design, and developing creative solutions throughout the life of projects, from initial programming and pre-design, through design and construction.

Dr. Sherri Lynch is a passionate advocate for leadership grounded in authenticity and connection. As the Assistant Dean of Gonzaga University’s School of Leadership Studies, she believes leadership is for everyone and works to empower individuals at all levels. Through her role as co-founder of Women Lead, Sherri has helped countless women thrive in the workplace by providing the tools and confidence to lead with purpose. Sherri is a dynamic speaker and facilitator, designing leadership development programs that foster emotional intelligence, team building, and positive influence. Her approach is all about cultivating authentic relationships and inspiring leaders to bring their best selves to the table. For Sherri, leadership isn’t a position—it’s about service, growth, and making a real impact.

Josh’s leadership philosophy centers on the power of connection, service, and real-world experience. Whether he’s facilitating a corporate workshop, a learning experience in Zambia, or teaching a Gonzaga Master’s in Organizational Leadership class, his work is deeply rooted in experiential learning. As the Director of the Comprehensive Leadership Program, Josh is on a mission to shape the next generation of leaders by equipping them with the skills, empathy, and vision needed to navigate our complex world. For Josh, leadership is about stepping up, stepping out, and making an impact that lasts. He’s helping leaders find their purpose so they can transform organizations and communities.

Rachelle believes in the transformative power of collaborative leadership and a continuous journey of learning. As Founding Director of Gonzaga University’s Center for Lifelong Learning, she leads professional development initiatives that empower individuals to reach their full potential. Rachelle co-founded the Women Lead initiative and continually develops leadership programs and customized trainings for organizations. Her leadership philosophy is
rooted in empathy and inclusivity to create open collaboration so people can thrive together in pursuit of common goals.

Sarah is a Senior Project Manager at OCA, where she leads integrated design efforts across health, housing, and hospitality projects. With a B.S. in Interior Design from Texas State and an M.Arch from Pratt Institute, she brings a design-forward, systems-thinking mindset to construction delivery. Her passion lies in how teams function—using VDC tools not just to speed things up, but to actually improve how people communicate and make decisions together. She has presented nationally at the DBIA conference on collaborative project delivery and continues to advocate for practical, people-first innovation. Her past projects—from Hudson Yards high-rise developments in New York City to sustainable wineries in the valleys of Oregon—inspire her to leverage AI software and tools to develop scalable processes that adapt to each project’s complexity and context.

With nearly 30 years in the construction industry, Mark Green brings deep field expertise and a pragmatic view on how technology can truly support the people building the work. His interest in virtual design took off with the introduction of GPS-equipped bulldozers and excavators—showing him firsthand how digital tools could transform precision and efficiency. Today, he utilizes platforms like OpenSpace and Argyle to track project development and bring BIM out of the trailer and into the field, helping teams stay aligned and make informed decisions in real time.

Maret Thatcher is the founder and CEO of Argyle, a mobile app helping design-build teams access BIM data where it matters most—on the jobsite. A former construction attorney turned tech founder, she believes BIM is a beautiful database, and she’s built a platform that makes it instantly useful in the field through precisely aligned augmented reality. Argyle has been deployed by contractors and owners on complex projects from hospitals to airports, unlocking faster layout, better QA/QC, and clearer coordination across teams. Maret brings a practical, field-first perspective on how AI and VDC tools can actually make work easier.

Anartis McKerral is the integrated construction manager for Mortenson’s Portland office, where she leads the Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) department. She is known for skillfully merging the human element of a project with her technical insights to drive an innovative and holistic BIM experience from early proposal planning to project closeout. Anartis advances Mortenson’s company-wide initiatives for the future of technology in construction as a member of their Integrated Delivery Advancement Team and is a sponsor for their BIM Coordination Community of Practice.

Anartis has a BA in the History of Art from UC Berkeley and trained in Architectural Drafting, Carpentry, and Historic Preservation and Restoration at the College of the Redwoods. She’s worked on multiple national DBIA award-winning projects, including the Hyatt Regency Hotel at the Oregon Convention Center and The Technical Services Building for Bonneville Power Administration.

Colin is an Associate Principal and Designer with NAC architecture having 28 years of experience in the AEC industry. He has been the lead designer and design project manager for seven Progressive Design Build projects totaling over $250 million. Colin has also managed over $300 million in PDB contracts as the VP of Operations for a construction management firm.

Prior to his architectural and owner advisor roles, he spent 15 years in the trades, 7 working for an integrated Design/Build contractor. He has held teaching positions in Construction Management and Computer Animation. He received his Master of Architecture from Washington State University and his undergraduate degrees from WSU and Minnesota State University.

His diverse background in architecture, construction and technology gives him a unique perspective to see projects and processes from all sides of the table. Colin is the past Secretary for the DBIA NW region and past President for the DBIA Inland Northwest Chapter.

Andrew is a Project Manager with over 20 years of experience in the industry and projects completed throughout the western US. His portfolio includes multifamily, hotels, high tech R&D, and arena projects. He has managed over $350M in projects with the majority delivered via Progressive Design Build.

After graduating from University of Hawaii, Andrew entered the industry in the Phoenix area as a custom home builder foreman, then Superintendent. He made the transition to the commercial sector as a Project Engineer, eventually landing with RCI Builders in Southern California. Over the next 14 years, he rose to Project Manager and oversaw a variety of PDB projects from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara. Andrew continues his career with Lydig Construction after moving to the INW in 2019, managing the construction of the Podium in downtown Spokane and rocketry R&D facilities for Stoke Space in Central Washington.

He feels that PDB is the most effective delivery method available, allowing an Owner to maximize their budget while customizing their facilities to the greatest extent possible. He is a strong proponent of early team building in the PDB process. He believes a cohesive PDB team consistently results in quick, informed decisions and better allows for design changes and reactions to market conditions and other unexpected challenges.

Stephanie Curran is the CEO of the Spokane Public Facilities District which owns and operates the Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena, Spokane Convention Center, the First Interstate Center for the Arts, and The Podium in Spokane, Washington. The SPFD also operates ONE Spokane Stadium which opened September 2023. She has a B. A. in Public Relations from Gonzaga University and an M. A. in Organizational Communication and Leadership from Gonzaga University. She is a graduate of the International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) Venue Management School and Graduate Institute and the Senior Executive Symposium at the Cornell School of Hotel Administration.

Stephanie has served on several Boards in Spokane including Executive Women International (Past President), Executive Women’s Golf Association (Past President), the Downtown Spokane Partnership Improvement District Board (Past Chair). She has served on the International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) Region 4 Executive Committee (past Chair) and the IAVM Foundation Board of Trustees (past Chair), and currently serves on the Spokane Sports Board, the Visit Spokane Board, the Greater Spokane Incorporated Board, the Downtown Spokane Partnership Board (Past President, current board member, & Executive Committee), HUB Sports Center (CSC Committee), and the Spokane Arts Board.

Stephanie is originally from Los Angeles and came to Spokane to attend Gonzaga University and never wanted to leave. She loves to golf and travel, but she is happiest when she has opportunities to serve in the Spokane community.

Keeley brings over 30 years of experience in the AEC industry, having worked exclusively with Design-Build firms. Known for a dynamic and results-driven approach to project management, Keeley consistently leads teams to successful project delivery.

From renovating award-winning luxury hotels under tight deadlines to managing the construction of multi-million-dollar suspension bridges with significant environmental challenges, Keeley thrives in complex, high-stakes environments. His portfolio also includes architecturally stunning winery facilities and acclaimed mixed-use multifamily developments. In every project, Keeley collaborates closely with design partners, contractors, and local jurisdictions to ensure excellence from concept to completion.

As the Multifamily Market Sector Leader at Mackenzie, Julie effectively coordinates teams, guiding varied disciplines toward the project’s purpose and goals. Her twenty years of experience span a variety of project types, including complex, large-scale senior living developments, retail, and e-commerce. Julie’s attention to detail, deep sense of connection to the client’s purpose, and commitment to creating diverse housing solutions ensure her projects are a success.

With more than twenty years of experience in the design, real estate development, and construction industries, Meysha Lovrien is a construction project manager for Lucas Design+Build—a black owned, woman-led construction company serving Portland, Oregon and surrounding areas.

Meysha facilitates collaborative design solutions, and assembles high-performance, multi-disciplinary teams around complex project needs. She inspires an inclusive, collaborative, environment, all while balancing the owner’s goals, maximizing their budget, and delivering a legacy product. Currently managing multifamily public projects.

Joshua Thomson, is a dedicated Design-Build professional whose journey began at Washington State University. As a student, he competed in the inaugural National DBIA Student Competition, securing a win for the region and igniting a lifelong passion for Design-Build. He graduated with a degree in Construction Management while concurrently earning a Master’s in Architecture. With experience spanning tenant improvements to major projects like the Washington State Convention Center expansion, Joshua brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment to advancing Design-Build practices. Currently, Joshua is serving as DBIA Student Engagement Chair for the NW Region and takes every opportunity to help students learn and engage with Design-Build.

Louise has spent her 35+ year career as an Owner’s Representative in Higher Education. For the past 12+ years, she has used the Design Build method of project delivery, and her project teams have received national recognition for two of her recent projects. Louise is DBIA certified and a registered architect.

For over two decades, Sara has led a variety of projects, from higher education campuses to healthcare facilities and other complex project types. At the intersection of her technical prowess, project management skills, and openness to collaborate with clients is where the magic happens. Sara is passionate about Progressive Design Build and fostering high functioning teams.

Jason B. Peschel, the Richard L. Silliman Distinguished Professor of Estimating, is a Professor of Construction Management and Director of the School of Design and Construction at Washington State University. He also serves as the Associate Dean for Facilities Modernization in the Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture. Prior to serving as Director of SDC starting in 2022, Peschel served as the Program Head for the Construction Management program from 2012-2022. Peschel brings more than 15 years of construction experience to the classroom, including almost 10 years of extensive experience as an estimator and chief estimator. Prior to moving into the SDC Director role, his primary teaching focus was construction estimating, though he has taught numerous core Construction Management (CM) courses and electives to students from more than 10 different disciplines, including CM majors and minors. Coaching and mentoring students are also key passion areas for Peschel – exhibited by his Commercial teams’ success (earning 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place in 13 of the last 16 years) at the ASC Region 6|7 Student Competition.

Morris Aldridge, with 39 years in education, currently heads planning and construction for Tacoma Public Schools (TPS). Holding an undergraduate degree from Sam Houston State University and a Master’s in Education from Sul Ross State University, Morris has played key roles as a teacher, principal, and assistant superintendent in Texas. TPS, the only Washington state school district with agency certification in Design Build, reflects Morris’s commitment to innovative approaches.

Having served as the past President of the DBIA NW Western Washington Chapter, Morris currently holds the position of DBIA Northwest Regional President and is a member of the DBIA National Board. He leads a Design-Build roadshow, guiding public school districts in transitioning from traditional design-bid-build to Progressive Design-Build. Morris Aldridge’s impact extends beyond TPS, making him a respected speaker in facilities planning, capital projects, and construction bond initiatives.