Based in Holmdel, N.J., PWC-NJ represents a broad spectrum of the construction industry, from general contractors, professional services and engineering to vendor/suppliers/distributors/manufacturers and owners, developers and owner representatives. Membership is open to professionals of all genders, private companies, public agencies in construction and allied industries.

Since joining MBE/DBE/SBE-certified DIG in 2014, Samant has quickly risen through the ranks to the role of principal, managing $200+M in construction projects. She also holds the distinction as the firm’s first minority female to be named principal.

A LEED-accredited professional and a graduate of the Academy of Architecture in Mumbai, India, Samant is fully committed to advancing sustainable, sensible design – as well as her profession as a career of choice for women and people of color.

A licensed architect in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania, Samant is a 2023 PWC-NJ Women of Achievement Award recipient and a Class of 2023 Woman of Influence, a national honor. Her licenses and certifications include the National Council of Architectural Registration Board (NCARB), American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the United States Green Building Council’s (USGBC) LEED AP designation.

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In her new role, Dalton will lead KAI’s efforts to deliver innovative design solutions tailored to the unique needs of K-12 environments across the region, state and nationally. She will promote community engagement and contribute to the holistic development of students through building strong relationships with like-minded clients, consultants and contractors. Additionally, she will oversee project management, channel team alignment and growth through mentorship, and strategically drive market positioning, sales and profit management.

“It is my firm belief that education is a powerful tool for positive change, and I couldn’t be prouder to be part of a team dedicated to creating such opportunities,” said Dalton.

An award-winning architect and interior designer, Dalton started her career as an architect in 2007 working for Corgan Associates, Inc. in Dallas. In 2013, she accepted a Project Architect position at Perkins & Will and was promoted multiple times within the firm over the course of 10 years to her most recent position as Project Manager. She has been recognized for her work in the industry and has received several awards from the Texas Alliance of School Administrators (TASA), Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) and School Construction News for her design excellence.

She has a Bachelor of Architecture from Louisiana State University and is a LEED AP BD+C, with affiliations in the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the Association for Learning Environments (A4LE).

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“It meant a great deal to know that I have made a difference to this organization,” Gustafson said. “I have looked at my involvement in MASMS as a way that I can further the organization’s mission in promoting excellence in the operation and care of educational facilities.”

As an account executive, Gustafson serves as a consultant to facilities staff, helping them find flooring solutions specific to each space within a school’s environment. A big part of his job is, coincidentally, education.

“Tarkett as a whole dedicates a lot of time to educating others on the importance of flooring when it comes to enhancing the learning environments for staff and students,” Gustafson said. “We’re helping people recognize how flooring impacts not only the facility’s return on investment, maintenance and use of healthy materials, but also variables like acoustics, sensory levels, and indoor air quality.”

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Valerius received his Bachelor of Architecture at Texas Tech University. Throughout his career, Valerius has been known for his ability to lead teams and build consensus among diverse stakeholders on projects. David is passionate about planning, developing, and delivering major facility construction and renovation projects.

“David has had a long career in the Houston K-12 education market, and we are excited to welcome him to VLK,” said Todd Lien, VLK Architects Managing Partner. “His knowledge and experience from the perspective of the architect as well as from working on the owner’s side of the fence makes him a great addition to our firm.”

Valerius has worked on numerous educational projects with a number of school districts, including Spring Branch ISD, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD, Fort Bend ISD, and Santa Fe ISD, among others.

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The FA Energy division, in line with Finegold Alexander’s AIA 2030 Commitment to reduce the carbon footprint of its projects, helps institutions both large and small meet their commitments toward a carbon-free future at all scales, from individual buildings to campus-wide or portfolio bases. The team has recently worked with Wellesley College’s Severance Hall, Brandeis University’s Brown Social Science Labs, and a Deep Energy Audit for MIT Building 66 to maximize the energy efficiency of these buildings of various eras.

Brown will bring her deep expertise and passion for high-performance buildings and data-driven design to the team and leverage these skills for FA Energy clients. She is a Certified Passive House Consultant and will bring the knowledge and approach that comes with certification to FA Energy’s envelope assessments and upgrade approaches. She has 12 years of experience working on civic, higher education, and cultural architecture projects, including an embodied carbon analysis for Jones Library, and a Finegold Alexander addition/renovation project of the 1928 Putnam & Cox building. Her diverse range of project experience includes the unique and highly technical, ranging from research greenhouses to cleanrooms to aerospace engineering labs. In all her work, Megan is mindful of the pressing need to reduce carbon emissions from the built environment.

Brown received a Bachelor in Architecture and a Master of Architecture from the University of Utah. She is a member of the American Institute of Architecture and Boston Society of Architecture.

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Also approaching two decades with Bockus Payne, Mathew’s design philosophy is to listen first. He delights in the opportunity architecture presents to positively impact people’s lives. He leads a diverse range of projects, from fire stations and Greek housing to religious institutions and corporate headquarters. In his spare time, he enjoys supporting local restaurants and live music with his family and friends.

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Established in 1987, Bockus Payne is an interdisciplinary architecture, interior design, and planning firm based in Oklahoma City. The office’s multi-disciplinary work spans nearly every sector, including Education, Healthcare, Hospitality/Retail, Religious, Residential, and Senior Care.

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Todd has been with Spiezle for more than 20 years, and has been an integral part in establishing the Construction Administration department. He has worked on thousands of K12, higher education and senior living projects throughout the Tri-State area. In his new role, Todd will focus on further enhancing the quality of Spiezle’s documentation and leading the firm in achieving ISO 9001 certification.

“We’re incredibly proud to have Todd be part of our leadership team,” said Thomas S. Perrino, President and CEO at Spiezle. “I’ve had the pleasure of witnessing Todd’s professional growth at our firm. His expansive knowledge of construction will continue to connect the lessons we learn in the field with our current projects.”

Todd has contributed to Spiezle with his ability to mentor staff at all levels. Along with his team, Todd has implemented several initiatives that bring quality construction documentation to the forefront of the firm. His knowledge, accessibility, ongoing lecture series, and Architectural Lessons of the Week (ALW), which highlight unique details, materials or specifications, have provided critical insights to the staff and led to meaningful successes within the firm.

Todd received his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Pennsylvania State University and resides in Richboro, PA.

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The company has charted an aggressive growth strategy, which Davis will help to accelerate. The strategy centers on continued geographic expansion, growing the company’s solutions offering, as well as renewed focus on mergers and acquisitions. During the pandemic, the company propelled its internal efforts toward digital transformation and streamlining of systems and processes to re-position its platform for future acquisitions.

Davis brings over 25 years of leadership experience in the security and audiovisual industries, specializing in growth strategies, post-acquisition alignment, and business transformation. His passion for developing people and organizations is supported by his extensive experience in managing the restructuring of sales and operations organizations, effectively integrating processes, and establishing shared standards of excellence. Davis currently serves on the board of directors of PSNI Global Alliance, a global network of premier technology integrators and service providers.

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Maffett has nearly two decades of experience in planning, design and construction in the higher education sector, including serving on the staff of Auburn University as a campus architect overseeing more than $360 million in capital projects during his tenure.

“William is known as a relationship-builder, both in terms of fostering collaboration and innovation among his team as well as serving as a solutions-oriented resource for clients,” said Baker Barrios co-founder and CEO, Tim Baker. “Designing spaces in the higher education sector often involves balancing the desired outcomes of many stakeholders, and William is great at addressing the needs of every group at the table.”

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