Participating Firms

Premium Sponsors

AECOM: As the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, we’re committed to managing our business with the utmost responsibility and to always strive for better – whether by reducing emissions, creating social value or diversifying our senior leadership and workforce. We’re planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants and program and construction managers driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world – and we want you to be a part of it.

Baskervill: Founded in Richmond, Virginia, in 1897, Baskervill is one of the nation’s oldest continually operating architectural firms with a growing global footprint. Baskervill offers creative architectural, interior design and MEP engineering solutions to a varied client base, from hotels and resorts to civic and higher education institutions, healthcare organizations, corporate workplaces, mixed-use developments and more. Employing the proven Ask. Listen. Create. methodology, Baskervill works collaboratively with clients to design spaces that empower ideas and connect people. 

Clark Nexsen: Clark Nexsen architects and engineers provide design solutions and expertise to a wide range of markets. We believe ideas have the power to transform the world. As design professionals, it is our social responsibility to advance our communities through innovative, sustainable design. We see design as more than steel and glass; more than concrete and brick; more than lines on paper. At every intersection of every discipline we offer, our focus is on creating spaces and experiences that profoundly impact the lives of those who interact with them.

Cooper Carry: Founded in 1960 by Jerry Cooper and Walter Carry, Cooper Carry has had a long and storied 63-year history. But we are just getting going. We are proud to be one of the top architecture firms in the country, and thrilled to be listed the top architecture firm in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle for several years running. In 2016, Cooper Carry acquired restaurant and bar design firm The Johnson Studio, and in 2023 we acquired 505Design, known for mixed-use, multifamily, retail, EGD and placemaking. We now have five offices in Atlanta, Washington, DC, New York City, Charlotte and Boulder. Cooper Carry is a creative collective, actively working to break down the traditional walls between studios and building types.

FGM Architects: We Build Community FGM Architects (FGMA) is a 75+ year-old employee owned firm with seven offices (Chicago, Oak Brook, Milwaukee, Austin, St. Louis, Reston and O'Fallon) in five states (Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin, Texas and Virginia). We create spaces for learning, working, playing, protecting and worshiping.

Gresham Smith - Architecture & Interior Design: We are a creative team of architecture, engineering and design professionals who serve both public and private sector clients. Together, we share one Core Purpose: To plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities. Our offices are full of genuine, fun, and down-to-earth people who believe in fostering an inclusive culture where all employees feel they belong. Loving where you work, who you’re working with, and what you’re working on is important to us, which is why we put our people first—they’re at the heart of everything we do. From professional growth and development support and opportunities to give back to your community, to flexible work schedules and competitive benefits, we have a genuine interest in the whole you. So, if you’re just as passionate about what you do as we are, then we’d love to hear from you!

Hanbury: Hanbury is an award-winning and internationally recognized design firm specializing in architecture, interiors, and planning. The practice is grounded in meaningful connections to place and community. As collaborators in defining the built environment, Hanbury is interested in amplifying local voices, learning through listening, and co-authoring sustainable futures with the stakeholders of each project.

JDavis - Architecture: JDavis connects communities through design by creating places that bring people, neighborhoods, cities and regions together. It is our mission to create stimulating, functional and sustainable places through a collaborative approach. Central to our philosophy is our commitment to listening to our clients, exploring design opportunities and guiding the team to deliver the most effective solution to achieve the project goals. Our multi-disciplinary practice brings together professionals in architecture, landscape architecture, planning, interior design and procurement management serving the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions. Our areas of expertise include multifamily housing, urban design & planning, affordable housing, student housing, senior living, commercial office, mixed-use, retail, clubs and resorts, coastal, parks and master planning.

NK Architects - NK Architects is a full-service architectural, interior design, planning, and structural engineering firm dedicated to client service and excellence in architecture. Founded in 1972, we are recognized leaders in healthcare, education, multi-family housing, and corporate interiors, with award-winning projects. With ~70 employees, NK operates regionally from offices in New Jersey and New York City, serving clients nationwide. Our success stems from a talented, committed team, a focus on integrity, innovation, and quality, and the trust of our clients. Our professionals are passionate leaders, showcasing NK’s unique skills and agility. We embrace our responsibility to clients, end users, and the environment, making it a core part of our culture. 

PGAL: PGAL is a national design firm specializing in architecture, interiors, engineering, and planning for a diverse portfolio of public and private sector clients. Renowned for outstanding client service and attention to detail, we balance innovative, responsive design solutions with a pragmatic, cost-conscious approach. This client-centered philosophy has earned PGAL repeat business and lasting relationships for more than 75 years.