Case Studies April 2025

At Houston Methodist, exceptional patient care begins long before a physician walks through the door. It starts with a seamless, comfortable, and functional environment where every detail, from temperature to signage, is designed to support healing. For Sean Sevy, director of operations, system facilities for Houston Methodist, creating that environment isn’t just a job—it’s a […]

Since 1951, St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center has provided compassionate, high-quality healthcare to Enid and Northwest Oklahoma residents. With a commitment to superior patient care, the hospital has earned national recognition, including the Joint Commission’s Advanced Certification for Total Hip and Total Knee Replacement and the American Heart Association’s Heart-Check Mark for Advanced Certification for […]

Wild Birds Unlimited, a leader in the backyard bird-feeding business, has flourished with the help of Paul Pickett, its chief development officer and executive vice president of franchising. With a deep passion for ornithology, the study of birds, and a lifelong appreciation for nature, Pickett has played a crucial role in growing the company from […]

Doug Dreessen, president of Thompson, Dreessen & Dorner (TD2), has dedicated his career to shaping the company into a comprehensive engineering powerhouse. With a diverse portfolio of services and a strong emphasis on talent development, TD2 has positioned itself as a trusted partner for clients seeking high-quality engineering solutions. Under Dreessen’s leadership, the firm has […]

For those who haven’t yet discovered Pür & Simple, the rapidly growing breakfast and lunch chain, it’s more than just a place to eat—it’s an experience. With an emphasis on fresh, locally sourced ingredients, beautifully plated dishes, and warm hospitality, Pür & Simple has quickly become a beloved brand in Canada and is now making […]

Mark Helms, assistant vice president of facilities services at the University of Florida in Gainesville, has been at the forefront of transforming the university’s infrastructure and facility management practices. Helms, a seasoned veteran in the field, brought over 30 years of experience from Virginia Tech University when he joined UF in September 2016. Under his […]

Headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, DXD Capital is a forward-thinking real estate investment firm specializing in self-storage development, acquisitions, and management of high-quality assets across the United States. Founded with the vision of redefining self-storage real estate, DXD Capital emphasizes using data through a suite of proprietary tools that foster the company’s commitment to innovation, […]

Rukesh Patel, the director of construction for Parx Casino, has built a career grounded in design, problem-solving and teamwork. Originally from the United Kingdom, Patel earned an engineering degree from the University of Bradford before venturing into the construction and development industry. His early career took him to the United States, where he started designing […]

Augusta County Public Schools, nestled in the heart of Virginia, serves as a cornerstone of education and community growth. Spread across a vast rural landscape, it is the second-largest county in Virginia by land mass—larger than the entire state of Rhode Island. The district encompasses 19 schools, including five high schools, five middle schools, and […]