Mairi Schuler

Susan Frear

As a licensed architect, Mairi plays a pivotal role at Ailtire Studio LLC. She is the principal architect and design lead on all projects. She also leads project procurement, business development, community outreach, client relations, project management, design development, construction documentation and construction administration. Mairi began her career at one of the most prominent firms in Philadelphia working for widely …

Jill Lavine

Susan Frear

At FIFTEEN, Jill combines her technical knowledge with her passion for advancing workflows, tools, and processes required to plan, design, construct, and operate high-performing, environmentally responsible, and healthy buildings. Jill leads our building performance analysis and sustainability efforts. With a strong belief in the importance of combining big ideas with thoughtful detailing at all scales, she leads the team in …

Gary Lader

Susan Frear

Gary Lader, Principal and CEO of 4/4 Architecture, has more than 25 years of experience practicing architecture. He is a respected and award winning architect whose professional experience includes municipal, institutional, educational, commercial, and multi-family residential projects. He is a LEED Accredited Professional, acknowledging his knowledge and passion for sustainable and environmentally responsible design. By thoughtfully considering innovative materials and …

James Heft

Susan Frear

James Heft, Assoc. AIA, is an Architectural Designer at HUNT-EAS and a 2020 graduate from the Pennsylvania College of Technology, where he completed his B.S. Building Science and Sustainable Design with an Architectural Technology Concentration. During and after his education at Penn College, James worked under a construction manager serving the Scranton-Wilkes Barre, PA area. During this time, he gained …

Thomas “Tommy” Dimick

Susan Frear

Thomas Dimick, Assoc. AIA is a project manager at Phillips & Donovan Architects, LLC, in Bedminster, PA. Thomas studied architecture at Penn State University, graduating with a Bachelor of Architecture and a minor in architectural history. Starting from a young age, during his time in Scouts, he developed a passion for mentorship and helping others. Thomas serves as the Emerging …

Anastasia Markiw

Susan Frear

Anastasia Markiw is a Project Manager for DesignGroup in Pittsburgh. With a primary focus on healthcare architecture, Anastasia strives to design spaces that provide inspiration to work, live, learn, and heal. Anastasia’s leadership journey began within the AIA after completing the AIA Pittsburgh’s Foundation of Architecture Leadership Institute for Emerging Professionals and joined as a member of AIA Pittsburgh Young …

Gary Matczak

AIA Pennsylvania

Gary has extensive hands-on experience in new construction design projects, building renovation projects and surveying existing building conditions. He has developed drawings and details to deal with new construction projects, as well as many renovations and additions and has investigated hundreds of buildings documenting existing conditions. Gary started his professional career in 1979 with the firm of Heidt Evans Salata …

Jeremiah Woodring

Susan Frear

Jeremiah Woodring is a registered architect in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with over 8 years of experience, and an elected Ward Commissioner for Lower Merion Township. He’s an architect at HOK in Philadelphia and has experience in commercial design including, but not limited to, healthcare, S&T, and higher education. Rooted in sustainability, Jeremiah is an accredited professional in the LEED …

Tim Checchia

Susan Frear

Tim is a Senior Project Architect with over 20 years of experience leading large-scale senior living, municipal, and mixed-use developments from concept through construction. He is skilled in architectural design, documentation, and consultant coordination, with a proven record of delivering complex projects valued at $100 million and above on time and within budget. He demonstrates strong ability in managing multi-disciplinary …

Cassandra Marks

Susan Frear

Cassandra Marks, Assoc. AIA, is an Architectural Designer at BartonPartners and a 2022 graduate from Marywood University where she completed her 5 year Bachelor of Architecture in less than 4 years. Cassandra serves on the AIA PA Board of Directors as the PA State/Territory Associate Representative and on the Emerging Professionals Committee (EPiC). While at Marywood University, Cassandra participated in …