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Grimm + Parker Announces New Senior Leadership to Propel the Firm into a Promising Future
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Grimm + Parker Architects, a national leader in sustainable architectural design, proudly announces a new era of leadership with the appointment of David Whale to Chief Executive Officer, Board of Directors Chair; Antonio Rebelo to Co-President, Chief Design Officer; and Kieran Wilmes to Co-President, Chief Culture Officer. This new generation of leaders will ensure that Grimm + Parker Architects continues to innovate and guide our clients to a better future for many years to come.
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Our firm’s leadership has always valued our foundational principles of People, Design, and Business. For 53 years, Grimm + Parker has built a legacy of excellence through long-term client relationships, outstanding design, and a thriving culture of integrity. David, Antonio, and Kieran have each helped shape and foster the firm’s legacy through their outstanding leadership of clients, communities, and colleagues. Together, they bring an enhanced set of leadership skills and an invigorated sense of purpose to guide our firm and our clients into the future.
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“Our leadership transition is about building a bridge to the future. We are delighted to pass the baton to our Next Generation of Leaders,” said Melanie Hennigan, AIA, CEO + President Emeritus. “David, Antonio, and Kieran are visionary leaders who embody our core values and bring the expertise, passion, and dedication needed to guide our clients and Grimm + Parker into an exciting new era.”
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David Whale, AIA, LEED AP, is an accomplished, award-winning architect and business leader with 27 years of experience at G+P. As CEO and Board Chair, David will continue to lead our clients and lead our firm with innovative ideas and sustainable strategies for operational excellence.
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Antonio Rebelo, AIA, IIDA, is an award-winning design architect and design leader with more than 18 years of experience at G+P. The creative force behind our most successful projects, including national and regional award winners, Antonio, as Co-President and Chief Design Officer, will continue to raise the bar on design excellence and sustainability.
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Kieran Wilmes, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, is an award-winning architect and people-centric leader who passionately advocates for clients and their communities to ensure design excellence and responsive outcomes. Leading by example, our new Co-President and Chief Culture Officer has been shaping the culture at G+P for nearly 30 years – since he joined us as a college student in 1995. Kieran will continue to be a champion of transparency and integrity in all he does.
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“Together with Antonio and Kieran, I am deeply honored to lead a diverse team that embodies a spirit of collaboration, creativity, and a commitment to creating a sustainable future. Our firm’s success is built on strong relationships — with our clients, our people, and the communities we serve,” said David Whale, new CEO and Board of Directors Chair. “As we move forward, we remain dedicated to these core principles that have been the foundation of success for our business for over 50 years."
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“I have had the honor + pleasure of working at G+P for nearly thirty years, which has given me a unique perspective on how people, culture and communities evolve. Together with Antonio and David, all of us at Grimm + Parker have helped our clients achieve new heights through a collaborative design process,” said Kieran Wilmes, Co-President and Chief Culture Officer. “Our diverse teams thrive on engaging with stakeholders, listening and learning about their needs, enabling us to arrive at innovative, sustainable solutions together.”
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“We are inspired everyday to help our clients achieve their vision for each unique project,” said Antonio Rebelo, Co-President and Chief Design Officer. “Great design results from engaging in an exceptional design process. We have been told by many of our clients that our process is the best they have experienced. Our vision for the future is that our processes will only continue to improve over time.”
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“The G+P Partners and Board of Directors are honored that David, Antonio, and Kieran will be leading our firm moving forward. We want our clients, consultants and colleagues to know that we believe, under their leadership, Grimm + Parker has a terrific future ahead,” said Melanie Hennigan, who is stepping down from her role as CEO + President, as she is approaching retirement next year.
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We are delighted to announce the elevation of David, Antonio, and Kieran to the highest levels of leadership in our firm. Their abounding talent and skill make them uniquely qualified to lead our firm into the future. Join us in congratulating David, Antonio, and Kieran as they step into their new roles, shaping a bright future for our clients and for Grimm + Parker Architects.
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