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- S2 E1 | From Engineer to Executive: The Rise of Catherine Myers
In this episode, host, Jakey Bentwood speaks with Cathy about her career trajectory, challenges and lessons learned throughout her career and her principals in driving grim growth and culture. They even dive into her personal life and passions outside of work that help in her overall work/life balance and satisfaction.
ABOUT CATHY:Cathy spent almost 13 years with CH2M working on various industrial and advanced technology facilities, including Semi Conductor facilities. She spent some time with the University of Portland before moving to SSOE in the summer of 2017.Over the last 6 years, Cathy has developed to become SSOEs President, working with SSOE's CEO to set future strategy and key initiatives.To get in touch with Jakey Bentwood, reach out at [email protected].26 min - S1 E9 | Mission Critical – Understanding Data Center Design
In this episode, I speak with Adana Johns, S&T Practice Leader and Principal of Perkins & Will in Chicago. We discuss her career trajectory, her upcoming plans for the practice, and her design philosophy alongside much more.
For any professionals looking to grow in the world of S&T design and architecture, give this episode a listen!Having grown up in a design-minded household, Adana is a genuine lifelong learner of Arch & Design.MEET ADANA JOHNS.Adana grew up in a design-minded household, drawn to various forms of art at home and school. By her teenage years, Adana managed her family’s greenhouse business, where she was able to exercise her design ability while learning how to listen to customers. By the time she entered architecture school, she not only saw the value of design, but also the value of providing experiences through art.Like many architecture students at the University of Illinois, Adana took advantage of the opportunity to study in Paris. This was an exhilarating experience for her, and she realized architecture’s roots in history. She began to view architecture as a storybook of people’s expression–how everything she sees, whether intentional design or not, blends into everyday life. Travel sparked her curiosity to understand how the world works, and how the logic, science, and art that make up the built environment evoke a sense of wonder and place.To get in touch with Jakey Bentwood, reach out at [email protected].44 min - S1 E8 | Mission Critical – Understanding Data Center Design
In this episode we sit and talk with Kelly W and Jackson M, regional leaders of the mission critical practice of the largest architecture firm in the world, Gensler.
We touch on their career trajectory and design preferences while understanding more about the vision of the practice and the future of mission critical design.Designing for the unbreakable: Unveiling the Mission Critical Architecture.FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS:Jackson Metcalf, LEED AP, is a Design Manager at Gensler; the largest architecture firm in the world. In his 17 years with Gensler, Jackson has led a variety of project types across the globe with a focus on critical facilities, commercial office buildings, and mixed-use projects. He is a global leader of Gensler's Critical Facilities practice, and previously led the Critical Facilities practice for the Northcentral Region. Jackson’s projects are noted for their sustainability — with four data centers receiving LEED Gold certification. He received his Bachelor of Architecture from Iowa State University.Kelly Westwood, AIA, NCARB, NOMA, Architect at Gensler is a licensed architect in Illinois and New York, with global design experience, excellent design technology skills, and a passion for teaching and creating opportunities for those who otherwise would not have access. She serves as the Regional Practice Area Leader for Critical Facilities at Gensler. With a background rooted in engineering research and development, and grounded by her pragmatic approach to problem-solving, Kelly meets every design challenge with an eager desire to learn and grow, and to help others do the same.To get in touch with Jakey Bentwood, reach out at [email protected].48 min - S1 E7 | The Rising Stars of Lab Design
In this episode, I am joined by Eva Baker and Jinhee Lee; two rising stars of the lab planning and design world and Senior Associates of HERA Laboratory Planners.
We discuss their backgrounds and career paths and dig into their approach to design and how it has changed throughout the years.If you have an interest in the design of lab and science-related facilities – this is a must-listen!MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS...Eva is the Director of the Philadelphia HERA office. Coming from a chemistry background, before getting her MArch at UPenn, Eva brings extensive experience in benchmarking, planning, design and CA of Lab facility and other technology-driven spaces. Eva is passionate about code analysis and her in-depth knowledge of MEP systems is particularly helpful on projects.Jinhee fully believes in the concept of not sacrificing form for function – Labs can be both beautiful and functional. Jinhee is a detail-oriented designer who’s responsibilities have ranged from leadership roles to team support roles for peer review, code analysis, and specification.To get in touch with Jakey Bentwood, reach out at [email protected].54 min - S1 E6 | Designing Health: Unveiling the Architectural Leadership behind Healing Spaces
In the 6th episode of 'Adtech Design and Development Leaders' podcast brings Bernadette Muncy, Principal and Architecture Discipline Lead of SmithGroup – One of the oldest (1853) and industry-defining design firms in the world. In this episode, we dive into Bernadette's career, her design philosophy, and her upcoming goals for her career.
We touch on her rescue pup Tickle for a moment or so.We touch on the time she spent with The Arbinger Institute where she worked on her leadership qualities, her self-accountability and the wider impact she can have in her role.Bernadette Muncy - “vulnerability isn’t something to be ashamed of. Leading is not about being perfect, but rather showing one’s true self. Mistakes don’t equal failures; they can transform into innovation and growth.”ABOUT BERNADETTE MUNCYWith over 20 years in the industry, Bernadette has worked on some of the largest healthcare IPD projects in New England. Bernadette spent 6 years with Bargmann Hendrie before moving to TRO which was later acquired by SmithGroup.Her specialties lie in Academic Medicine, Acute Care, Ambulatory Care, Cancer Care, Govt Health, Women’s and Childrens Healthcare.Bernadette Muncy - “vulnerability isn’t something to be ashamed of. Leading is not about being perfect, but rather showing one’s true self. Mistakes don’t equal failures; they can transform into innovation and growth.”Bernadette takes her role of staffing importantly, which includes learning about people and different project needs to make a good fit for potential employees.To get in touch with Jakey Bentwood, reach out at [email protected].47 min - S1 E5 | Soccer & Sports Medicine to S&T Architecture
I knew Mike and I would see eye to eye when he told me the most constant relationship in his life has been his love for Soccer.
In this episode, we touch on Mikes entry into architecture and the challenges he faced. We discuss his growth and development in this space before discussing his design approach and his upcoming goals for his career.From a student with a passion for Soccer to VP of Architecture of an award-winning AEC firm helping Life Sciences companies usher in the next generation of life-saving therapies, treatments, and technologies; Mike’s route is an uncommon one.Uncommon, but fascinating.WHO IS MICHAEL MARONE?Mike Marone has more than 20 years of professional experience and has directed the architectural design and planning for many of Genesis AEC’s science and technology projects. Mike leads the firm’s architecture practice and is responsible for the delivery of architecture services. An intuitive and experienced conceptual planner, he has led the programming and planning of many significant projects through design development, constructability reviews, “value engineering” challenges, and other hurdles of a contemporary building projectMy architectural approach has always been responsive to the client with solutions that are not forced but successfully appropriate for the context of the project.Despite starting his career in S&T and remaining in this space to this day, Mike's longest relationship is with Soccer.41 min - S1 E4 | Data in outer space
Adtech Design and Development Leaders, hosted by our very own recruitment expert Jakey Bentwood, provides an excellent opportunity for professionals of all levels to learn from thought leaders in the industry.
Discussions will be based around avenues for development, areas of focus, how to speak about project experience, and over time help guide other professionals in their longer-term goals and motivations.THIS EPISODE...During this episode with Richard; I discuss his career trajectory and what took him to develop his own firm in OrbitsEdge. We touch on his experience and background in mechanical engineering, through his time with Deep Space Industries and finally discuss his goals for OrbitsEdge as we move into an era of data servicing and efficiency.WHO IS RICHARD WARD?Richard is the CTO and Founder of OrbitsEdge. OrbitsEdge accelerates the commercialization of space by providing low earth orbit edge micro data centers that allow organizations to economically access and rapidly analyze vast amounts of data in space.As a US Marine and startup veteran, Rick’s vision is to bring advanced compute to space via a unique solution of hardening, sensors, and ongoing telemetry analytics.Rick feels as though the next generation of space development is impossible without next-generation data handling and OrbitEdge has the sustainable architect that leads to that goal.During his time with Deep Space Industries; Rick developed, produced, and experimented with asteroid regolith stimulants with the goal of mineral extraction.Rick regularly speaks for space compute conferences, publications, and yes, other podcasts.52 min - S1 E3 | Designing for Healing
In this episode of Adtech Design and Development Leaders, Jakey Bentwood is joined by Tatiana Guimaraes to discuss her career trajectory and what took her to lead the Miami Healthcare practice of the largest architecture firm in the world, Gensler.
We touch on her design approach, her upcoming goals, and her advice to other professionals in the industry. A must-watch for healthcare-focused design professionals. For those with a passion for soccer, we even touch on predictions for the 2026 world cup.
Tatiana has worked with some of the most notable and reputable architecture firms in the world. In her early career, Tatiana worked with big names in the industry such as NBBJ and Anshen & Allen.
She then moved to global architecture firms, HKS, where she spent 6 years developing into a Senior Medical Planner and Associate Practice Lead of South Florida. She then moved to Perkins & Will where she spent 8 years in Miami with the 2nd largest architecture firm in the world.
In April 2022, she swapped number 2 for number 1 and joined Gensler as Healthcare Practice Lead for the Miami office.
Tatiana also spent 5 years as a Board Member and, for some time, president of AIA Academy of Architecture for Health. While also spending the last 3 years at Florida International University as an Adjunct Professor for the Healthcare Studio.
A genuine healthcare specialist and industry leader with a focus on mentorship, collaboration, and maximizing multichannel strategy and sustainability.
To get in touch with Jakey Bentwood, reach out at [email protected].39 min - S1 E2 | Lab Planner to Lab Leader
In the first episode of Adtech Design and Development Leaders, Jakey Bentwood is joined by Regal Leftwich; industry leader and VP of CannonDesign. They discuss Regal's career and development, his design preferences, his future goals, and advice to other industry professionals. They even touch on his personal hobbies and passions – an S&T/Lab Designer AND an artist all in one. For those with creative drives alongside a passion for science and lab facilities, this is a must-listen.
As a Lab Planner and Registered Architect, Regal has over 20 years of experience in the industry with the last 15 years dedicated to lab facilities. His work includes over 65 lab projects encompassing 10 million SF including wet and dry research labs, teaching labs, and animal facilities.
In his current position, he implements programming, planning, and lab design for research-based clients in higher ed, government, and industry. On each project he plays a vital role in identifying current and future requirements of institution stakeholders like scientists and researchers, to convey to the design team in the form of presentations, technical reports, space lists, room data sheets and equipment lists, specifications, and construction documents.
To get in touch with Jakey Bentwood, reach out at [email protected].
49 min - S1 E1 | Leadership in Lab Planning
In the first episode of Adtech Design and Development Leaders, Jakey Bentwood is joined by Ken Mohr; industry leader and HERA president. They delve into Ken's career and development journey, his design preferences, his future goals, and the advice he has for other industry professionals.
Ken Mohr, President of HERA, leads the firm’s forensic laboratory planning and design practice and has completed crime labs and medical examiner facilities around the world. He spent a decade in his early career as a lab planner at industry leading firm, HOK. Ken made the move to HERA in 1997 and was the first employee just a year after it was founded. Now, 25 years on, Ken is the President of this specialist lab planning and design firm and a well-established market leader in this space.
To get in touch with Jakey Bentwood, reach out at [email protected].
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