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Rotterdam, Zh, Nl

Rotterdam, Zh, Nl

Rotterdam Area, Netherlands

As MVRDV's Global Head of Business Development, I lead the business development team, contributing to the strategic development of MVRDV globally, working with potential clients and collaborators to realize their projects with MVRDV. It was the philosophy and inclusive approach of MVRDV that drew me back to the world of architecture after several years working with Starbucks EMEA.Having worked in many regions I have found that the seeming nuances and/or vast differences of each locale demands a flexibility and openness to be able to gain insight into the place and people. As an entry point, sharing food is often my pathway to connect and pick up cultural markers; enthusiasm and curiosity for local fare is an easy opening into conversation and exchange. I believe that it is this interaction that feeds back to the importance of connection, and of delivering architecture that enables that community.Living in Rotterdam now, I have called many places home including Milwaukee, Washington DC, London, Dublin, Los Angeles, New York and Amsterdam. I received my Master’s in Architecture from UCLA, my Bachelor’s of Fine Art from the Corcoran School of the Arts & Design and I'm a licensed architect in the State of New York.

Amsterdam

Our team led new store development and existing store portfolio management within the EMEA region (c.42 countries). Together we supported the strategic planning and implementation of new store openings in each market. Working closely with the various local partners, my responsibilities included managing the physical real estate portfolio, including providing leadership on the real estate strategy, supporting the business model, and liaising with the operations, design and construction teams, for both new and existing stores. In this role I guided, influenced and coached on all the above elements to help make local partners more successful, achieve yearly development targets and to ensure that the Starbucks concept was safeguarded in the market.

Amsterdam Area, Netherlands

Design Manager for Poland, Hungary and Czech Republic markets (+30 stores a year); design manager for Turkish market (+60 stores a year) March – September 2015. Responsibilities include: developing design for mainly new retail stores (with a percentage of renovations); managing fast paced design process (typically 7-8 weeks – concept to final design documents); leading and mentoring a team consisting of two additional designers in Amsterdam, directing an outsourcing production company, and local construction and operations teams in each market; necessity for proactive communication of the design intent, and proposing creative solutions for value engineering and planning to various teams, internal and external. Prior to the Turkish market worked in the South Gulf market (+60 stores a year) consisting of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain and Qatar, for one year, developing concept stores, high profile projects, and new construction drive-thru stores; and France (+30 stores a year), for one year, the highlight being the design of a 35 sq.m. jewel box Starbucks located on the balcony of ‘La Coupole” at Galeries Lafayette in Paris.

Participated in the concept, schematic design for the interior architecture of a new building, also designed by OMA, for an international fashion retailer. Additionally joined the team for the design development on a new municipal building in Rotterdam.

Dublin, Ireland

Consultant for Dublin architecture practice, A2 Architects, specifically assisting with 3D modeling and presentation. Collaborated on several theory based design projects, while concurrently pursuing alternative opportunities that diverted from a traditional practice of architecture

Dublin Ireland

A public digital media project, producing documentary film, photography, radio and animation on the theme of migration and social justice in Ireland. Coordinated with programme director and team to facilitate the development of the project strategy including the production of reports and project related content. Manager and design consultant for media projects in the context of national and international output of products and on-line dissemination. Expedited the development of designated projects, specifically with Digital Storytelling and Photography projects.

Joined the firm as a senior member of the design studio, specifically Senior Project Manager on the design and development of Myrtle Hall at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY. Additionally was responsible for several other projects from office spaces to retail design. Other responsibilities included interviewing with and creating presentations for potential clients and other professional opportunities.

Brought on to develop and roll out the concept and design for a clothing line based in Hong Kong with shop-in-shop locations throughout Europe. Simultaneously was given the position of Studio Manager which entailed, among other aspects of maintaining the overall health of the studio, meeting with potential clients, writing proposals, staffing projects, and managing staff. Was also responsible for the design and construction of new office space for a local hedge fund and the renovation of a rural residence.

Hired as Project Manager on the interior design and architecture for a high end international hotel group with a hotel and residential development in Florida. Further became Project Designer/ Manager for a high end spa in Ireland, responsible for the design development of the interior architecture of the spa.

Master Of Architecture - March

Programme On Negotiation

Bachelor Of Fine Arts - Bfa, Sculpture, Photography, Printmaking

General Studies

International Baccalaureate Diploma Recipient