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Vision
CEFPI: The advocate for excellence in student learning environments.

Mission
CEFPI is the primary advocate and resource for effective educational facilities. We serve those who use, plan, design, construct, maintain, equip and operate education facilities.

Beliefs
CEFPI believes that:
Facilities impact the learning, development and behavior of the facility user;
The planning process is essential for quality facilities;
Sharing and networking improves the planning
process; and
There is a standard by which
to measure.

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Current Member Benefits

  • REFP Designation, Available to Members Only
  • Annual Membership Directory
  • EFP - quarterly journal
  • CEFPI E-News, emailed 10 times per year
  • Communicator, CEFPI Newsletter, 2 issues annually
  • Annual Design Portfolio CD
  • IssueTrack Report, several times per year
  • Presentation and Publication Opportunities
  • Discounts on Publications, Events, and Seminars
  • Early Notification of All CEFPI Functions
  • Access to CEFPI's Members Only Web site
  • Leadership Opportunities - International, Regional, and Chapter Level
  • Local Newsletters
  • Access to Speaker Database and New Research Reports
  • Educational Workshop Discounts
  • Group Legislative Efforts
  • Consultants Directory Listing Opportunity
  • Accessible International Staff Working for You

Members on the Move

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) announced the appointment of Bryce A. Weigand, FAIA, to the position of regional director on the National Board of Directors. In his role, he represents the Texas region at all AIA Board meetings.

Peter Bachmann, AIA has accepted a new position as director, architecture and engineering with BL Companies. Prior to his current position, Bachmann was a partner with HLW International LLP, responsible for the education practice.

Barton Malow Company announced the retirement of Richard O. (Dick) Snider, education group senior vice president, after 21 years of service. Michael Stobak, education group vice president, will now lead Barton Malow's education group. With over 17 years' experience with Barton Malow, Stobak has managed 29 major education construction programs. Doug Maibach, PE, has been appointed vice president, corporate affairs. Harvey Oliva, vice president, assumes operations responsibility for the Facilities Group, which includes diverse projects for corporate and public clients.

John Birath recently joined the staff of SfL+a Architects in Fayetteville, NC. Birath was formerly associated with TC Architects Inc.

Cadence McShane Corporation, Dallas, Texas announced that John P. Young has joined the firm as a project estimator for educational and other construction projects. Prior to joining Cadence McShane, Young served as a project estimator for L.H. Lacy Company, Ltd. In Dallas, Texas. The firm promoted Corey Lanham from assistant superintendent to project superintendent. In his previous position, Lanham served as assistant superintendent for Precept Builders, Inc. and Rogers-O'Brien Construction in Dallas.

Davis Carter Scott recently announced the promotion of Chris Garwood to project director. In addition to his work as a project director, Garwood serves as the firm's CAD/technology manager. Additionally, the firm welcomed Stephen A. Smith, AIA, to its design team in the role of project director.

Harriman Associates announced the appointment of Judy L. Johnson, AIA, to the position of associate and senior architect in the firm's Portland, Maine office.

HMFH Architects recently promoted four individuals for their contributions to client service, visionary design and firm management. Stepping into their new roles are senior associate Douglas A. Sacra, LEED AP; and associates Lori Cowles, AIA; Colin R. Dockrill, AIGA, and Maria Mulligan, AIA.

Danielle V. Hoffer, AIA, REFP; Jeffrey P. Ludwig, AIA; and Harry B. Pettoni, REFP, studio directors for Gilbert Architects, Inc. have become vice presidents and shareholders of the privately held firm.

James H. Jelliffe, AIA joined SHW Group, LLP, in their Greenbelt, Maryland office. Formerly with Fanning/Howey Associates, Inc., Jim Jelliffe has assumed responsibilities as senior project designer for SHW Group, LLP.

Christopher Ling, AIA, PP, LEED has joined The Prisco Group as director of architecture. Prior to his present position, Ling served as district architect for the Pasaic, New Jersey Board of Education.

Marsh Industries announced that William D. Singhaus was named as a new member of the Board of Directors and will assume the position of executive vice president on the Board. Singhaus formerly served as sales and marketing manager for the Visual Products Group of this company.

MRMArchitecture, Inc. announced the transition of ownership to Robert Ryan, principal and Jack Barker, AIA, principal. In his new position, Robert Ryan is responsible for overseeing the design teams for all health care facilities. With over 25 years of professional experience, Jack A. Barker, AIA, is responsible for overseeing the design teams for all educational facilities, K-12, college and university as well as managing the firms marketing and business development directives.

The Orcutt/Winslow Partnership was named the 2005 AIA Western Mountain Region Architectural Firm of the Year.

Theo Pappas, AIA, senior project manager/designer in the firm's Novi, Michigan office has been named as a principal at Fanning/Howey Associates, Inc.

Allen Pavelka has accepted a position with Parsons, Las Vegas, Nevada.

David J. Peterson has joined the Scottsdale Unified School District as chief of facilities maintenance for learners. David Peterson served as director of operations for the Mesa Unified School District prior to his current position.

Mark Ranyak, AIA and Sandy Kate have joined HMC Architects in their San Diego office. Formerly with Fanning/Howey Associates, Inc., Ohio, they look forward to becoming southern Californians.

William (Burke) Royster joined the Greenville County School District, Greenville, South Carolina, as deputy superintendent. Prior to his present position, Royster served as assistant superintendent for operations, Oconee County School District, Walhalla, South Carolina.

Robert L. Sands, Jr., CEFPI international board member-at-large, has joined Durham Public Schools in Durham, North Carolina. Formerly with MHTN Architects in Salt Lake City, Sands will serve as executive director, construction and capital planning.

Hugh Skinner, REFP, MCIP and CEFPI president, recently joined Stantec in Vancouver, BC. Formerly director of planning for the Rocky View School Division in Calgary, AB, Hugh Skinner will focus on facilities planning and operations for Stantec.

STR Partners, Chicago, Illinois, recently promoted Michael T. Henderson, AIA and J. Colby Lewis, AIA, LEED AP, to executive vice presidents. The firm specializes in architecture, interior design, cost estimating and roofing for schools.

The Facility Group named Marty Perren as vice president of operations of the construction division, Facility Construction Management, Inc. Formerly with Beers Construction Company/Skanska, Perren will be responsible for managing construction projects and project teams in K-12, higher education and other niche markets.

Charles Warner, REFP, announced the opening of his new firm, Warner Concepts, LLC, in Dublin, Ohio. Prior to his new venture, Warner served as vice president, DeJong & Associates.

Williams + Paddon Architects + Planners, Inc. hired David Consbruck, AIA, as a director of the firm's Learning Environments Group. In his new position, Consbruck will lead the firm's secondary and higher education projects.

Perry A. Willis, AIA recently joined Cecil County Public Schools, Elkton, Maryland, where he serves as the executive director for support services.

Scott Witham joined The Thomas Group as principal-in-charge and will be responsible for project management and business development. Prior to his current position, Scott Witham served as a landscape architect and project manager for Cornell University.

Members on the Move Archive...


Member Spotlight Archive

Read past interviews with CEFPI region and chapter members...

December 2004Spotlight on Southwest Region
October 2004Spotlight on Midwest/Great Lakes Region
July 2004Spotlight on Pacific Northwest Region
June 2004Spotlight on Southern Region
May 2004Spotlight on Northeast Region
April 2004Spotlight on Southeast Region