BIOGRAPHICAL CATALOGUE

MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

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JILL V. AKINS, AIA Principal, Van Auken Akins Architects

Jill V Akins, AIA, a University of Notre Dame alumna, is a Registered Architect with over 30 years of experience in architectural design, programming, project management, interior design, and construction management. As Principal and sole owner of Van Auken Akins Architects LLC (VAA) since its inception in 1992, Jill has managed the firm’s design efforts on numerous projects spanning the public and private sectors. VAA was established with a vision to design inspiring environments while providing exceptional communication and service to clients in both the public and private sectors. As VAA continues to excel in its twenty third year of business, we remain committed to providing quality work and exceptional service to our clients. To do this, we consistently explore new projects to diversify our expertise and embrace new, innovative technology to help us work better, smarter and faster. Most importantly, we will remain true to the solid business ethics on which VAA was founded; professionalism, integrity and commitment to excellence. Outside of VAA, Jill’s focus in community and civic involvement includes children, education, hunger and women’s advancement. She is an alumna and past board member for Beaumont School and has served as a member of the Cuyahoga County Harvest for Hunger Campaign Cabinet since 2004.

JACK ALAN BIALOSKY, JR., AIA LEED AP Senior and Managing Principal, Bialosky + Partners Architects

Jack Alan Bialosky Jr., AIA, leads one of the Midwest’s most successful Architectural and Planning design firms. Mr. Bialosky was educated at The University of Pennsylvania, The Yale School of Architecture and also taught at the Boston Architectural Center and The Graduate School of Design at Harvard. The son of one of Cleveland’s first modern architects, Mr. Bialosky assumed leadership of the firm in the late 80s. In the 20+ years of his stewardship the small, local firm has been transformed into a nimble medium sized firm known for the quality of its designs, the diversity of its clients, the longevity of its staff, and the range of geographic expansion of its portfolio of work. Bialosky + Partners Architects has been recognized by the American Institute of Architects Ohio Chapter as an AIA Ohio Gold Medal Firm, the highest honor awarded by its peers, in recognition of great depth and breadth, a collaborative environment, and having a cumulative effect on the profession over a substantial period of time.

MIKE CRISLIP, AIA President, Herschman Architects

Mike Crislip has been actively involved in the retail architecture industry for more than 30 years. Since receiving his degree in architecture from Kent State University, Mike holds architecture licenses in 33 states and is a member of several professional organizations. Corporate strategic planning, business development, and financial and budgetary oversight on all Herschman projects are only a portion of Mike’s responsibilities. He also serves as the lead liaison with commercial developers and retail clients for shopping center planning, renovation, and construction projects. Herschman Architects has been awarded numerous business and design awards and Mike has received an award from SME (Sales and Marketing Executives) and a Pillar Award for community service.

His community interests include serving as an Eagle Scout Sponsor since 2008; and, serving since 2005 as the Board Chair of Crossroads (Lake County) and New Directions (Cuyahoga County) agencies dedicated to the special needs of children and adolescents facing emotional, behavorial, and substance abuse challenges.

Mike’s daughter, Michaila, is an architecture student at Kent State University.

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DAVID ELLISON, AIA Sole Practitioner, The D.H. Ellison Co.

David Ellison is a sole practitioner whose practice includes around five full-time employees and independent contractors depending upon the amount of work in the office. The firm is usually hired to do residential work and has been characterized as “neo-traditionalist”. He has collaborated on several projects with Bunny Williams, who the New York Times named the “Grande Dame of Interior Design”. Mr. Ellison received his BArch in 1983 from The Cooper Union in New York City and has studied with the Institute of Classical Architecture and Art in NYC and abroad, and attended the Attingham Trust Summer School Program in England, an intensive course on Country Houses and their collections. He serves as President of the Regional Chapter of the Institute of Classical Architecture and Art and as interim co-chair of AIA Cleveland’s Historic Resource Committee. He is currently working on research for an exhibition and publication of a collection of historic photographs of Ohio City taken during the 1970’s and early 1980’s. Mr. Ellison frequently takes an active role in the issues effecting the community. He was involved in efforts to stop the demolition of “The 9” and has played an important role several times to prevent the mis-use of public resources and authority.

ERICA DROGAN, AIA, LEED AP BD +C Project Architect, Vocon

Erica Drogan, AIA is currently a Project Architect at Vocon. She has a five-year Bachelor in Architecture degree from the Pennsylvania State University along with seven years of professional experience in the architectural industry. She is both a registered architect as well as a LEED AP BD+C. Her work experience includes a variety of building types and project scopes, through all phases of architectural services. She has advanced technical and computer skills in Revit (BIM), Auto CAD, Sketch-up, Adobe, and other graphic communication programs. Her specific interests are in new technologies, sustainable practices and innovative design solutions.

LAWRENCE E. FISCHER, AIA, ACHA Managing Principal, Perspectus Architecture

Larry Fischer is a founder and managing principal of Perspectus Architecture located at Shaker Square in Cleveland, Ohio. Founded in 2001, Perspectus is a nationally recognized design firm with 44 staff and 23 registered professionals. Current work includes building types related to healthcare, laboratories, senior living, higher education, governmental and commercial. Larry’s career as an Architect for more than 36 years has focused predominantly on major healthcare and educational projects, providing leadership for master planning to implementation. As a national leader in long term care design, Larry has served as Principal in Charge for a wide variety of senior living projects for Brookdale Senior Living Solutions. Larry is board certified by the American College of Healthcare Architects and an advisor and trustee for the Kent State College of Architecture and Environment Design. He holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Kent State University, is NCARB Certified and a registered Architect in the State of Ohio and more than 20 other states. In addition, Larry resides in Cleveland Heights, has three daughters, enjoys sports of all types, fast cars and has been active with numerous community design and planning initiatives.

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MONICA GREEN, FAIA, CSI, CCS, LEED AP Principal, Westlake Reed Leskosky

Monica Green is an architect who has over 30 years of experience in new construction and renovation projects for a variety of clients, including government agencies, non-profit organizations and educational institutions. Monica is well versed in the application of green building techniques, sustainable resources and energy conservation and she works closely with the firm’s architects and engineers, to ensure that best practices in energy conservation and green building practices are employed to the benefit of the environment and future occupants of the facility.

AARON HILL, AIA Principal, Richard Fleischman + Partners Architects

Aaron Hill, AIA is a Partner with Richard Fleischman + Partners Architects, an AIA Ohio Gold Medal Firm, of which he has been with for the past twelve years. His work mainly focuses on all facets of institutional projects. Since the firms founding in 1961, recognition has included 58 AIA Design Awards and nine AIA 25-Year Awards. Aaron has served on the AIA Cleveland Design Awards committee the past five years and currently serves as the AIA Cleveland Chapter President. He has been a regular guest critic at Kent State University, for both the Architecture and Interior Design programs, over the past ten years. Aaron received his Bachelor of Design degree from The University of Florida and Master of Architecture degree from Georgia Tech.

KATIE HAUSER, IIDA Account Executive, Interface

Katie Hauser, IIDA, LEED AP is a member of the Interface team as an Account Executive, partnering to cover the Northeast Ohio market. Katie is an NCIDQ certified Interior Designer and LEED AP, having earned her Bachelor degree in Interior Design from the CIDA accredited Kent State University. Hauser has been and continues to be entrenched in IIDA (International Interior Design Association) community, having served on the Cleveland Akron City Center Board for several years and most recently as President of the Ohio Kentucky Chapter Board. Her IIDA commitments include event committees for the AIA IIDA Golf Outing, Product Runway, Akron and Cleveland Zerolandfill programs, and founder of the OH KY Chapter Visioning Committee with focus on strategic planning for the organization. Hauser’s career has provided a well-rounded perspective of the design process from schematic design to installation and well beyond, having worked in a commercial furniture dealership, design firm, corporate facilities and currently as a commercial sales representative. Her passion for professional advocacy and career development continues to be at the forefront of her daily efforts in the local A&D community.

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BETH A. KALAPOS, AIA Senior Project Manager, AECOM

Ms. Kalapos brings more than 25 years of architectural experience to the URS team. Ms. Kalapos is the Federal Market Leader for the AECOM Cleveland office, and Project Manager for the DHS A/E Services IDIQ managed by the USCG. The USCG work has provided her with extensive experience in managing multi-disciplined project teams that include planning, architecture, landscape architecture, civil, structural, geotechnical, mechanical and environmental. Other clients of hers include the GCRTA, National Park Service, GSA, Boeing and US Secret Service.

Before coming to AECOM in 2005, Beth had her own firm of Kalapos Architects for nine years. Additionally, Beth was the AIA Cleveland President in 2004-2005, and in 2007 she received a Masters of Architecture with a focus in Real Estate Development from KSU. Since this time she has taught a class in Real Estate and Development. Class is held at the Urban Design Center through KSU College of Architecture and Environmental Design.

TIMOTHY S. HUNSICKER, AIA, EDAC Architect, ABWE International

Mr. Hunsicker was a Principal at CBLH Design. In this role he was responsible for the design of the firm’s projects and management of the design staff. With over 20 years of experience, Mr. Hunsicker’s expertise includes the planning and design of new and expanded institutional facilities and urban planning, as well as renovation and adaptive reuse of existing facilities.

JUDSON A. KLINE, FAIA, NCARB, LEED AP President, CIVITAD Services, LLC

Judson A. Kline, FAIA, NCARB, LEED AP retired as Sr. Director and Partner of Herschman Architects, Inc., a retail and shopping center, design firm, where practiced from 1976 to 2013. With an extensive list of retail and developer clients, he has had experience in concept design, production, development, renovation, re-positioning and tenant coordination for shopping centers. In March of 2013, he established CIVITAD Services, LLC, a consultancy supporting the work of Community Economic Directors. He also serves as an adjunct professor in the Kent State University College of Architecture. He has NCARB certification, is a licensed architect in multiple states and a LEED AP. His prior experience as an Intern Architect include: Richard L. Bowen Associates (1975-1976); William Dorsky Associates (1974-1975), Ballard Ht. Kirk Associates (1973-1974), Wilson Associates (part-time 1972-1973), Bialosky and Manders (part time 1971), The Austin Company (part time 1969 and 1970). He is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and served as Ohio 2012 President, Cleveland 2001 President, AIA 150 Cleveland Champion and the AIA’s National Diversity Council (DivCo), Center for Civic Leadership, Deputy Regional Fellows Representative, member of the “Culture Collective” and Chairs the AIA’s TEACH Schools community.

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STEVEN KORDALSKI, AIA President, Kordalski Architects Inc.

Steven Kordalski, AIA received a Bachelor of Architecture and Environmental Design from Kent State University, School of Architecture in 1976. He became a registered architect in 1980. Since 1984, he has acted as president and lead designer of Kordalski Architects Inc., a boutique type architectural/interior firm specializing in quality design projects. The firm has received numerous AIA design awards, and in 2014 was awarded the AIA Ohio Gold Medal. In 2012, Steven received the prestigious Cleveland Arts Prize for Design.

Steven’s design philosophy is based upon the following:

It is a paradox that making a space needlessly complicated takes less effort than designing a space that is simple and straightforward. Simple solutions, however, create the nicest spaces. They are worth the effort. All spaces should have a clear design concept and aesthetic evident in the completed work – strictly functional space is not enough. Most importantly, people should enjoy visiting, living or working in the spaces we create.

MARY ANN LASCH, FASLA, LEED AP Program Manager, Planning and Landscape Architecture, URS

Mary Ann Lasch is both an accomplished landscape architect with experience in design, planning, project management, and environmental advocacy; and an organization development consultant with process facilitation, change management, and strategic planning expertise. Her landscape architecture and planning career includes work for architecture firms, real estate developers, national planning agencies, and major corporations. With this broad experience she understands and addresses planning issues from all sides. Mary Ann establishes clear, realistic, and actionable strategies for planning and real estate development projects worldwide. She then creates land use plans and regulations, master plans, site designs, guidebooks, and implementation programs to ensure that development and conservation strategies can be implemented. She has more than twenty years of experience in building group consensus and facilitating large groups for a broad range of public and private sector clients.

SALLY L. LEVINE AIA, LEED AP BD + C Principal, Levine Architecture & Design Ltd.

Sally L. Levine is an architect, artist and educator. As principal of Levine Architecture & Design, Ltd., she encourages an atmosphere of experimentation in the multi-disciplinary studio. Her artwork has been shown in solo and group exhibits from San Francisco to Milan, including exhibitions that have focused on the place of women in architecture. She has been teaching the architectural design studios offered at Case Western Reserve University since 2004. Previously she has taught at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, the University of Illinois, Chicago, the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, the Massachusetts College of Art, and she chaired the Visual Studies department at the Boston Architectural College. She is a nationally recognized expert on Universal Design who speaks on universal/accessible architecture at universities, national professional conferences and to community groups. She currently serves on the board of directors for the Institute for Human Centered Design in Boston and has served on the Access to Design Professions National Task Force and the Chicago Mayor’s Committee on Education for Northerly Island.

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ROBERT MASCHKE, FAIA Principal, Robert Maschke Architects

Robert Maschke, FAIA creates an Architecture of complex spatial effects within modest means. Maschke approaches each commission with a highly refined design sensibility while advocating for a heightened public awareness of Architecture. Robert Maschke Architects, established in 1997, is a widely published regional practice with national and international recognition. Maschke is committed to advancing Architecture beyond his community while contributing dynamic and noteworthy designs to the built environment. Maschke has been the recipient of many awards including the elevation to the AIA College of Fellows, the Cleveland Arts Prize, the AIA Ohio Gold Medal Firm Award, and several national, regional, and local honors from the American Institute of Architects. Robert Maschke Architects’ work, featured in many international publications from Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Americas, challenges the cliché that Architecture must be expensive and exclusive. Instead, proposing that a contemporary architectural practice must embrace resourcefulness to maintain relevance.

VLADIMIR NOVAKOVIC, AIA, NCARB Principal, Perspectus Architecture

Vladimir Novakovic, AIA, NCARB has more than 18 years of experience in design team leadership for major healthcare and institutional clients including Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, and Ohio University. As a Principal of Perspectus Architecture, Vlad’s design focus is centered on the firms Laboratory and Healthcare practices in addition to providing design mentorship to the younger staff in the office. Vlad led the design team which was awarded an AIA Cleveland Design Merit Award for the Robert J Tomsich Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Institute at Cleveland Clinic. Vlad’s most recent projects include designing the Clinical Lab Relocation and Modernization project for Health Network Laboratories (Lehigh Valley Health Network) in Allentown, Pennsylvania, as well as collaborating on the Ohio University’s Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine new Cleveland campus. He previously served as an Adjunct Professor teaching design studios at Kent State University’s College of Architecture and Environmental Design for over 10 years.

PEGGY LIPSCOMB, AIA, CSI Associate, Bialosky + Partners Architects

When Peggy left college with a degree in fine arts and a determination to make things with her hands, she found a job as a carpenter. Piecing together buildings, stick by stick, she discovered complex puzzles inside each project’s walls - wires and ducts snaking through every structure - that began her career in architecture. More than twenty years after earning a professional degree, MArch, Peggy is still enthralled with the details of construction and complexity of building. She’s experienced all phases of the design process from programming to Construction Administration, and has contributed to equally varied building types, everything from elementary schools and university buildings to retail and healthcare. Her interest in precise solutions to complex problems has focused her career and lead to specializing in building code compliance and architectural specifications. That’s her passion, working with other architects, solving the puzzles that are buildings; tens of thousands of pieces awaiting a solution.

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DAVE ROBAR, AIA Director, Vocon

With 30 years of designing and directing projects, Dave knows that communication is crucial to developing a relationship with a client that unleashes the best in the team designing the new space and, in turn, those who will inhabit that new space. His experience encompasses strategic planning, architectural and interior design, project and budget management and new-business development. By listening more than talking, Dave goes beyond being an architectural technician; he is a consultant whose perspective has wide-ranging benefits for each organization. His projects include sports facilities for the Cleveland Browns, offices for regional and national corporations, legal offices, restaurants, and industrial and governmental architecture. Clients appreciate his dedication, persistence, and commitment to providing the highest level of quality design services.

BRIAN RUBENSTEIN, ASSOC. AIA Intern Architect, Van Auken Akins Architects

Brian has a passion for learning as he received his Master of Architecture in 2009 from the Rhode Island School of Design, four years prior to that he studied Architecture at the Boston Architectural College and graduated in 1996 with a Bachelor of English/Journalism from the University of New Hampshire. He moved to Cleveland from Colorado where he served as the Project Architect/Intern Architect on several custom residential projects ranging in size from 3,000 SF to 10,000 SF in the town of Aspen. Several of the projects had historical components in which the preservation and restoration of a historic miner’s cabin was a top priority, therefore the design of the addition required the Historic Preservation Committee’s approval. Brian was also part of a major renovation to the Hotel Jerome (Aspen’s “Crown Jewel”) in Aspen and several commercial projects there as well. He began his Architectural career working on several custom residential projects in the suburbs of Massachusetts, a brand new YMCA in rural Rhode Island, and several institutional projects throughout New England. His strong design sense has been developed over the years and began with writing and web design which finally brought him to architecture. Brian now lives in Shaker Heights with his wife and two children.

AMANDA ROMEO, AIA Project Manager, Herschman Architects

At Kent State University and after graduation, I was fortunate to have the opportunity to work with a custom home builder, architecture firms, a small Design/Build General Contractor, and a large General Contractor. The residential and commercial projects included all phases of the project including client contact, programming, schematic design, construction administration, construction documents, and renderings.

The mentoring process is important for everyone, not just someone starting their career. Find a mentor that you feel comfortable with and can speak openly. I appreciate the opportunity to be a mentor and hope to connect with a mentor as well.

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CHRISTOPHER A. T. TODDY, AIA Principal, Christopher @ Architects LLC

A graduate of the University of Notre Dame and the University of Texas at Austin (Charles Moore Post-professional program), Chris has practiced architecture for over 30 years across a variety of building types. His award-winning design sensibilities are balanced with the practical side of building. For his clients, he focuses on listening, innovative solutions and project organization. Chris utilizes an additional background in real estate development and design theory. Before starting his company 17 years ago, he was a lead designer for Richard Bowen, a partner with Richard Fleischman, and a project manager for MKC. He was the YAF regional director for ten years and an AIA Ohio board member for three years. He has successfully mentored a number of young architects.

TRACY SCIANO VAJSKOP, IIDA, NCIDQ, LEED AP ID+C Senior Associate, Bialosky + Partners Architects

Tracy Sciano Vajskop, IIDA, NCIDQ, LEED ID+C, is a Senior Associate and Senior Interior Designer at Bialosky + Partners Architects, one of the Midwest’s most successful design firms. Tracy has inspired both women and men at Bialosky + Partners Architects through hard work, volunteerism, mentorship and attitude of life-long learning. She believes that interior design is not an afterthought to architecture, that the best design solutions integrate the two from the start. Her project approach highly values collaboration, on projects of all types and sizes. While Tracy’s project experience spans many sectors, her expertise lies in higher education and office environments. For over a decade, Tracy has been the creative force behind making innovative and relevant workplace and learning spaces in the ever changing landscape of education and technology. Tracy has found the balance between working on the business, and working in the business, which has empowered her as a leader of the firm’s internal Action Planning Process that has been recognized and celebrated through awards such as Northcoast 99. Tracy received a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from The University of Cincinnati and has been an active member of IIDA her entire career.

PAUL SIEMBORSKI, AIA Principal, Westlake Reed Leskosky

Architect and principal, Paul Siemborski, AIA, is a leader in Westlake Reed Leskosky’s design practice with more than 30 years of experience working with public entities, not-for-profit organizations and public-private partners to deliver a broad range of successful designs from large-scale, multi-phased projects to small-scale restorations. Mr. Siemborski shares his expertise in design and restoration through his involvement in several organizations, including participation as a member of Cleveland Restoration Society, International Council of Fine Arts Deans, University Heights Planning Commission and Theatre Historical Society of America. He also serves on the Board of the League of Historic American Theatres (LHAT) as an officer and the Board of the Cleveland Play House.

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ADAM YARACS, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C Project Architect, Perspectus Architecture

Adam Yaracs is a registered architect in the State of Ohio and a LEED Accredited Professional with the Building Design and Construction (BD+C) specialty. Adam received his Bachelor of Architecture from Kent State University in 2004 and his Master of Architecture and Certificate in Urban Design from Kent State University’s Cleveland Urban Design Collaborative in 2006. With almost 10 years of professional experience, he has spent time working in firms throughout Cleveland with a focus primarily on academic projects at several colleges and universities as well as performing arts theatres and venues. With multiple LEED certified projects on his resume, sustainable design and the implementation of green building strategies into each project is a guiding principle of his work. Adam worked for several years at Richard Fleischman + Partners Architects prior to joining Perspectus Architecture as a Project Architect earlier this year. He is actively involved in the AIA Cleveland Chapter and currently serves as the First Vice President, and will serve as the AIA Cleveland President in 2017. Through his involvement and dedication to the AIA, Adam has received two awards from the AIA Cleveland Chapter including the 2011 Presidential Citation for service to the chapter and the 2013 Activism Award. He is excited and looking forward to working with recent graduates and/or associate members to help mentor them within the architecture profession.

JODI VAN DER WIEL AIA, NCARB, NCIDQ, LEED AP BD+C Director, Senior Project Designer, Vocon

Jodi has a Bachelor of Architecture from Iowa State University and has been practicing architecture for twenty years. She initially studied the Fine Arts and believe that “Architecture is the Mother Art.” She feels fortunate that she uses hand drawing as a tool on a daily basis. Although her career focus has been project design, Jodi continually aspires to be a strong technical architect and studio leader. Her design role at Vocon includes leading large design efforts, guiding projects and client interaction. Within her studio, her responsibilities include staffing, business development, mentoring and education. She feels fortunate that Architecture has taught her so much about the world. Since she has a love of exploring new building typologies, Jodi’s portfolio includes: Healthcare, Education, Wellness, Cultural, Preservation/Re-Use, Workplace/Retail, Transportation and Residential. A few of her local projects include: The Cleveland School of the Arts, Tri-C East Wellness and Lobby Addition, & YMCA at the Galleria. Jodi believes in contextual architecture that is sensitive to its surroundings. For many years now, Jodi has been involved with design review for the City of Cleveland, sitting on both the East Region and the Downtown/Flats design review committees. She is the 2015-16 Director of Programming for AIA Cleveland, designing/producing those events (lectures, workshops, exhibits) which inspire to create.

KURT WEAVER, AIA AKW, Inc. | Cleveland, OH

Kurt Weaver, AIA is President & Principal Architect of AKW, Inc. a multi-disciplinary architectural practice founded in 1997, specializing in implementing sensitive and complicated projects both in architectural design and preservation as well as assembling teams for construction and administration of selective works. Mr. Weaver was President of AIA Cleveland in 2012 and currently serves the Executive Board as Chapter Advisor. Mr. Weaver is also the newest member to the Small Project Practitioner’s leadership, a Knowledge Community of the AIA. A Bachelor of Architecture graduate from Kent State University in 1987, Mr. Weaver prioritizes involvement in community and civic leadership, the arts, and the AIA.

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