The Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System last week voted��unanimously to appoint Susan Ballabina, Ph.D.,��as 28th president of Texas A&M University.��Ballabina assumed��her new role on May 11, building on��more than three decades of service to Texas A&M and the State of Texas.��

Ballabina��previously��served��as Executive Vice Chancellor of The Texas A&M University System, where she helped lead systemwide operations, advance strategic initiatives and support the work of the A&M System’s universities and agencies across Texas.��

Throughout her career,��Ballabina��has held senior leadership roles spanning the university and the A&M System, including Chief of Staff to the president, Senior Vice President for Academic and Strategic Collaborations, and Deputy Vice Chancellor and Chief Operating Officer for Texas A&M AgriLife. Her work has included strengthening statewide programs, building partnerships, supporting research and educational initiatives, and coordinating large-scale efforts such as the Healthy South Texas initiative and the disaster recovery following Hurricane Harvey.��

“Texas A&M has a strong foundation, a clear mission, and passionate faculty, staff, students, and former students who care deeply about its future,”��Ballabina��said��in a statement.��“I’m grateful for the trust placed in me by the regents and Chancellor Hegar, and I look forward to working alongside the Aggie community to build on that strength and move the university forward.”��

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McCullough��champions a creative and inclusive design process, and partners with clients to harness design in the advancement of their needs and unique cultures. His portfolio includes work with Google, Amazon, Panasonic, Penn State, the University of Virginia, the National Institutes of Health, Johns Hopkins��Hospital��and the U.S. General Services Administration. His work has received awards from associations including the American Institute of Architects, International Interior Design Association, NAIOP, Urban Land Institute, Society for College and University Planning and the U.S. Green Building Council.��

Beyond project work,��McCullough��is a member of the International Interior Design Association’s Mid-Atlantic Chapter and the U.S. Green Building Council’s National Capital Region Chapter.��He earned a bachelor’s degree in architecture from Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University.��

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“Bryan, Ellis, Cody and Dylan have each proven themselves as critical members of our firm, and we’re confident their effect on our��leadership��team��will only push��Wold’s work��to��ever-higher standards. Growing our��leadership��team��in Colorado especially allows us��to��better serve clients throughout the region,” said CEO Vaughn Dierks, AIA, LEED AP. “The skill and passion this group brings��to��every project��to��continue creating lasting impact for the communities we serve. As new leaders, we know they will only continue��to��grow in their influence and innovative practice across Colorado, Minnesota and beyond.”

Since joining��Wold��in 2020, Hicks has worked across the firm’s education and government specialties��to��develop a unique cross-functional perspective. No matter the project, he has a passion for human-centered design that enhances a sense of place and encourages community for occupants. As both an architect and a project manager, he is driven��to��exceed client needs through collaboration and durable, strategic design. He earned his bachelor’s in architecture from Miami University and his master’s in architecture from the University of Michigan.

Joyner’s wide-ranging project experience, from airport and school renovations��to��residential construction and food services, has sharpened his ability��to��drive innovation on��Wold’s in-house engineering��team. His��leadership��on our in-house engineering��team��creates a seamless, collaborative experience for our clients that enhances accuracy, increases efficiency and accelerates timelines. His attention��to��detail delivers successful projects on time and��to��the highest standards. He earned his bachelor’s in electrical engineering from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs.

With 20 years of experience, Knoblock leverages his expertise in architecture, project management and construction administration��to��service clients. His broad expertise has cultivated a deep understanding of every step of the design and construction phases that allows him��to��translate ideas from construction documents into quality craftsmanship in every completed project. He is especially skilled in guiding clients in sustainable systems and material selection that��promotes��a green approach��to��facility improvements. He graduated from Norwich University with a bachelor’s in architectural studies.

Sullivan is an education project manager fueled by collaboration that empowers clients��to��contribute��to��meaningful design solutions. His solutions-oriented approach has facilitated the successful delivery of projects ranging from new builds��to��complex additions and renovations, all intentionally designed��to��elevate the user experience in the built environment. He earned his bachelor’s degree in architecture from North Dakota State University.

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Ashauer joins HCM with a background in applied research, learning sciences, ethnographic inquiry and evidence-based design. She has spent her career embedding research directly into design workflows, translating insights about attention, regulation, memory, and social context into actionable strategies to drive more intentional, aligned, human-integrated outcomes. Her recent work includes pre- and post-occupancy studies, participatory design facilitation, multilingual community engagement, and the creation of research to design frameworks that enhance practice-wide accountability and shared understanding.

“Erika brings a rare combination of cognitive neuroscience rigor and human experience perspective to impact and improve the design of our PK-12 spaces,” said Adele Willson, PK-12 Studio Leader, in a statement. “Her approach not only deepens our research capabilities but strengthens our ability to create environments that truly support the cognitive, emotional, and social needs of learners and educators.”

Ashauer holds a bachelor’s degree in cognitive science, neuroscience and psychology from the University of California, San Diego. She is an Accredited Learning Environment Planner (ALEP), holds Evidence-Based Design Accreditation and Certification (EDAC) and is certified in Emotional Intelligence Coaching.

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Kelly arrives with a distinguished record of leadership across multiple universities, including service as president of the Arkansas State University System, president of the University of West Georgia, appointment as interim president of the University of South Carolina, and chancellor of University of South Carolina Upstate. His career has been defined by student-centered innovation, financial stewardship, and community partnership-building.��

In remarks on his first day, Kelly emphasized the urgency, optimism and forward momentum that will define his presidency.��

“This work is personal to me,” Kelly said. “Eastern Michigan University shaped my life – first as a student, then as a scholar, and now as a leader. Today is not just��a beginning;��it’s��a call to action. We��don’t��have a minute to waste. Our students are counting on us, our communities are counting on us, and the state of Michigan is counting on��us.”��

Kelly��earned both his bachelor’s degree in public relations and��master’s��degree in communication from EMU before completing his Ph.D. in political communication and rhetoric at Wayne State University.����

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Johnson is the first woman to serve as chair of a national trade association��representing��the producers of concrete masonry units, going back to the��inception��of the National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA) in 1918. Johnson has been an active CMHA leader, serving on the Board of Directors, the Executive��Committee��and multiple committees, including leadership development initiatives that help cultivate the next generation of industry volunteers.��During her year as chair, her priorities include advancing CMHA’s next strategic planning cycle, expanding year-round contractor engagement through Hardscape North America, strengthening coordination with state associations and other industry organizations, and continuing to advance advocacy efforts and building codes work.��

“Starling brings a unique combination of industry knowledge, strategic insight and a deep commitment to the success of our members,” said Robert Thomas, President and CEO of CMHA. “She understands the challenges producers and contractors face because she lives them every day in a successful family-owned business. Just as important, she is a collaborative leader who is focused on aligning our industry, strengthening��engagement��and building the next chapter of CMHA’s growth.”����

A fourth-generation leader at her family’s North Carolina-based company, Johnson helps guide one of the region’s most respected concrete masonry producers. Founded��nearly 80��years ago, Johnson Concrete Products is known for its long-term customer relationships, strong internal leadership and continuous investment in people and operations — all values she brings to her role as chair.����

“CMHA is at an important point in its growth,” Johnson said. “Our focus is on making sure the association is aligned, organized and delivering clear value to producers, contractors, and our state and regional partners. That means strengthening contractor engagement, advancing��education��and ensuring we are working in step with the many organizations that support our industry.”����

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Over the past 25 years, Speck’s work has earned more than 120 design awards, including 30+ from the American Institute of Architects. As an educator, he has received more than 40 teaching and service honors, including the AIA/ACSA Topaz Medallion, the highest recognition in North America for excellence in architectural education. He has taught at M.I.T., the University of Western Australia and the University of Texas at Austin, where helped found the Center for American Architecture and Design, before serving as Dean for the School of Architecture from 1992 – 2001. Speck is also an AIA Fellow and served as chair of the jury to select fellows in 2005.��

“LPA is the right culture fit for me — the sincerity, the attitude, the authenticity,” said Speck. “I love the interdisciplinary approach of everybody working together, the commitment to sustainability. It is just an ideal fit.”

“Bringing Lawrence Speck into the LPA fold is a rare moment of the stars aligning — one that strengthens our impact in Austin and deepens our contribution to the city’s design legacy,” added LPA President and Chief Design Officer Keith Hempel, FAIA. “Larry’s storied connection to Austin and passion for design excellence, community‑driven placemaking and meaningful carbon‑reduction strategies resonate deeply with the principles that guide LPA.”��

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“I am truly honored to assume the helm of EDmarket while continuing to serve as CEO of A4LE,” Ramsey said. “Over the coming year, I look forward to working alongside our exceptional professional staff and dedicated volunteer leaders to align these two century-old organizations around a shared mission.

Ramsey added that the��next chapter��for the organizations��represents��more than a merger, but also��an opportunity to��build on��decades of excellence in school planning, design, equipping, and operations while charting a bold, unified course for the future.

“Together, our mission is clear and compelling: to create the best possible learning environments for students everywhere,” Ramsey said.

Ramsey has served as Chief Executive Officer for A4LE since 2007.����

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