When Jason Mamac worked in the facilities department of Parkland Hospital, his role carried a unique blend of responsibility, history and emotional resonance. Parkland Hospital is where President John F. Kennedy was pronounced dead after the tragic assassination in Dallas in November 1963. Despite working in the same building, often wandering past the door to […]
Case Studies February 2025
Sean Devlin – Duolingo
Est. reading time: 5 mins
Duolingo’s mission is to develop the best education in the world and make it universally available. By creating the most engaging and accessible education platform, the company has built a bridge that helps millions transcend cultural and linguistic divides. That same spirit of connection resonates internally, inspiring how Duolingo fosters collaboration, inclusivity, and creativity among […]
John Sargent – Cinterra
Est. reading time: 5 mins
John Sargent is a man who knows how to build—from towering utility-scale solar installations to high-performing teams—and as the Director of Construction for Cinterra, he’s focused on more than just completing projects. He’s helping shape the future of renewable energy construction, one project at a time. Since joining the company in April 2012 as a […]
Justin Moss – Fairfax County Public Schools
Est. reading time: 5 mins
In a large school district, the facilities director shoulders a responsibility as complex as the district itself. Tasked with overseeing the maintenance, safety, and functionality of dozens—or even hundreds—of buildings, they work tirelessly to keep schools running smoothly for students and staff alike. Every day brings a unique blend of challenges: aging infrastructure that needs […]
Kris Garnhart – Academy District 20
Est. reading time: 5 mins
In the sprawling Academy District 20 (ASD20) of northern Colorado Springs, where more than 25,000 students learn, grow, and prepare for their futures, the behind-the-scenes work of a team of individuals is helping shape the very foundation on which education is delivered. As the Executive Director of the Building Fund for ASD20, Kris Garnhart has […]
John Neal III – JN3 Construction
Est. reading time: 5 mins
John Neal III’s path to becoming the owner and president of JN3 Construction is a story of seizing opportunities, navigating challenges, and building a business from the ground up. When he left his stable job at AriZona Beverages on September 1, it wasn’t a leap into the unknown but a calculated step forward after years […]
