Bergmeyer Announces 2025 Leadership and Practice Promotions

At the leadership level, Bergmeyer elevated one team member into its Associate tier, as well as three Senior Associates, one Associate Principal, and one Principal.

These innovative leaders are recognized for their impact inside and outside the firm. Collaborating with clients to realize their business goals, supporting their colleagues through knowledge-sharing, creating growth opportunities, and sharing their wisdom through thought leadership, our leadership team regularly demonstrates and exemplifies Bergmeyer’s values.

Daniela is known for practicing Architecture with integrity, empathy, and quiet strength. This Bergie leads by example through her thoughtful communication, her deep respect for others, and her unwavering commitment to excellence. Whether she’s guiding complex work for our food and beverage clients, mentoring emerging designers, or pushing forward initiatives that make Bergmeyer a more equitable and inclusive place, she approaches everything with purpose and grace.

With 17 years at Bergmeyer, Anna brings heart, intellect, and purpose to everything she touches. Anna has shaped our practice through her empathy, her eloquence, and her ability to turn challenge into opportunity. Whether leading workplace project teams, mentoring colleagues across disciplines, or strengthening our connection to community through social responsibility and B Corp initiatives, Anna leads with both vision and compassion.

Catherine is a leader who has greatly shaped how we work, create, and connect as a design collaborative. She’s a creative force with an uncanny ability to elevate every idea she touches, whether she’s leading design for major clients for our retail market or giving back to our professional community through service on the Boards of multiple industry association. She brings empathy, intellect, and curiosity to every conversation, from challenging us to think bigger to helping someone find their voice. Catherine inspires collaboration, fosters open dialogue, and consistently raises the bar for creative thinking. Her empathy, curiosity, and enthusiasm make her a valued mentor and collaborator across Bergmeyer.

Dan leads Bergmeyer through his extraordinary consistency, calm under pressure, and a deep commitment to both retail and wellness teams and clients. Whether mentoring the next generation of designers to ensure their growth and professional development, or stepping up when the stakes are high, he brings clarity, empathy, and a dash of his signature dry humor that keeps everyone grounded. His leadership isn’t only about delivering projects, but also about shaping and improving the way we practice.

Some people transform teams. Others transform the firm. This leader does both. Since joining Bergmeyer, Louis has expanded our food & beverage market through his generosity as a mentor and his vision as a leader. Louis has a gift for bringing people together; he celebrates success, pushes for innovation, and challenges us all to think bigger about what’s possible. As a strategist, a connector, and a culture builder has become a cornerstone of Bergmeyer’s future.

Leaders sometimes make their impact in bold strokes; others transform a firm through steadiness, intellect, and the quiet power of getting things right. Jen has done it all. Over two decades at Bergmeyer, Jen has built a reputation for clarity, rigor, and generosity. Her thoughtful guidance and mentorship have influenced countless designers and strengthened the culture of collaboration across the firm and academic team as she focuses on the future of architectural practice. Through every role she takes on, she leads with humility, precision, and a constant focus on growth and excellence.

Angela’s influence and expertise as a design practice leader is both profound and far-reaching. She is a trusted creative force in the food & beverage sector, a mentor, and a true ambassador for Bergmeyer’s design and practice excellence. Known for her creative range and balanced approach, she brings together artistry and practicality with remarkable ease. A mentor and role model to many, Angela inspires curiosity, confidence, and excellence in every project she touches.

Daniela exemplifies what it means to be a dependable, detail-driven, and collaborative team member, allowing her to keep complex projects running smoothly and efficiently. She balances competing priorities with calm focus, demonstrating the kind of grace under pressure that is required to lead technical projects to successful completion.

Shelly embodies the spirit of leadership through knowledge-sharing, collaboration, and a deep commitment to excellence. As a trusted resource within her project teams, she brings an impressive depth of technical expertise, organization, and process acumen to our retail market that consistently elevates project outcomes. Her work is recognized not only for its accuracy and efficiency but also for elevated design execution, and Shelly was recently recognized in the retail design industry as one of VMSD Magazine’s Designer Dozen.

Nicolette is a dynamic designer whose creativity, professionalism, and passion for connection make her an invaluable part of the Bergmeyer team. She has built strong, trust-based relationships with her clients in the housing market through her thoughtful communication, follow-through, and understanding. She combines artistry with practicality, delivering engaging work that reflects both skill and care.

Hannah exemplifies what it means to lead through knowledge-sharing, thoughtful execution, and a genuine commitment to excellence. Her development of a comprehensive onboarding program for her team has become a model for how to share institutional knowledge, helping new team members succeed while strengthening the collective foundation of the food and beverage team. She’s proactive, pragmatic, and always looking for better ways to solve complex problems that elevate both project outcomes and team learning.

Maddy is recognized for her thoughtful approach, precision, and dependable qualities that make her an essential leader at Bergmeyer. Known for her organization, technical expertise, and attention to detail, she brings clarity and consistency to every stage of the design process. Maddy’s creativity shines through in her evolving approach to the wellness market, including space planning and experiential design. Beyond her project work, Maddy continues to expand her professional impact through industry involvement and recognition, including being named to Interior Design Magazine’s “30 Under 30.”