Nov 06, 2025

NAIOP Washington looks to crystal ball

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Brokers will convene on Nov. 12 at the next monthly breakfast confab hosted by NAIOP Washington. The events begins at 8 a.m. at the Westin Seattle. Four brokers on the panel are charged with answering a weighty question: “How will borrowing costs, changing market dynamics, and global economic pressures continue to impact the CRE market into 2026 and beyond?” Reading the tea leaves will be CBRE's Tom Pehl, JLL's Lisa Stewart, Real Retail's Maria Royer and Jeff Forsberg from NAI Puget Sound Properties. Details and registration: naiopwa.org

Nov 05, 2025

Ankrom Moisan

Heater

Ankrom Moisan, an architecture, interior design, brand, and planning firm, announces a new chapter in its leadership: former President Dave Heater has stepped into the role of vice president of business development, as well as chairman of the board of directors. Heater has served for decades in leadership for the firm, including as president since 2015. He now leads efforts to expand the firm in both existing and new markets, and long-term growth across the West Coast and beyond.

Heater is the first design professional at Ankrom Moisan dedicated solely to business development across all studios. Heater opened the Seattle office in 2006, and helped the firm establish a strong foothold with national and international developers and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). He was also instrumental in launching a second office in San Francisco in 2016.

Oct 29, 2025

Gensler

Mills

Gensler announced it is expanding its global sports practice, adding Ed Mills as its northwest director of sport. As a former athlete, Mills will apply a player-centric perspective in the design of collegiate and professional sports facilities emphasizing athlete readiness and holistic wellness. He will also work to provide spaces that strengthen both individuals and the organizations they represent. His portfolio includes the full renovation of the Phoenix Suns Arena, the north end zone expansion of Boise State's Albertsons Stadium, San Jose State University's Spartan Athletic Center as well as PayPal Park for the San Jose Earthquakes, and the Las Vegas Ballpark, home of the Las Vegas Aviators. Mills will also collaborate with Gensler's practices in hospitality, retail, health and wellness, urban planning, digital experience and brand design.

PLS

Daniels

PLS announced the hiring of Caitlin Daniels for the land use planning department at its Vancouver office. Daniels is a graduate of Western Washington University with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and an Associate of Arts degree from Clark College. Daniels has worked with a local builder managing their feasibility processes from the start of escrow through substantial completion of the development process. She has prepared and reviewed CC&Rs and supported governance document reviews for large scale residential development projects. Daniels also brings experience in accessory dwelling units (ADUs) zoning and code regulations across multiple states as well as in marketing and social media ads design.

Parametrix

Veverka

Jacob Veverka, PMP, has joined Parametrix as a program manager. He has over 15 years of experience in project management across various sectors, including water resources and transportation. Veverka was most recently with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), where he served as director of economic growth. In this role, he led initiatives focused on infrastructure, water, economic resilience, and inclusive urban development. His areas of expertise include program and project management, owner advisory services, and water and infrastructure development. At Parametrix, Veverka joins the firm's advisory services team, providing owner advisory, business process improvement, organizational development, and strategic consulting services to public agencies across the United States.