Case Studies June 2025

Bree Austen has called the University of Calgary campus home for over two decades. First as a student, then as a professional, she has grown alongside the university she loves, carving out a remarkable career that combines operational expertise, strategic leadership, and a passion for creating vibrant, functional, and supportive spaces for faculty, students, and […]

Bobby Sullivan didn’t start his professional life in hard hats and job sites—he started behind a drum set. His journey from musician to construction manager for one of America’s most recognizable restaurant brands is anything but conventional. But perhaps that creative beginning shaped his adaptive mindset, relentless pace, and collaborative style—all traits now propelling Taco […]

For more than 35 years, Senior Resource Group has built a legacy of excellence in luxury senior living. With over 3,000 residents living in its award-winning communities across the U.S., SRG is known for its focus on individualized wellness, integrated healthcare, and lifestyle-enhancing amenities. From memory care and spa services to gourmet dining and CARF-accredited […]

It all started with a sign in a mall food court. Mark Raymond was a 15-year-old high school student looking for a summer job to fill the gap between track and cross-country season when he spotted a “Now Hiring” sign at Taco Bell. Twelve minutes after walking through the door, he was employed. “I didn’t […]

When Dan Pellissier joined Southpaw in April 2022 as vice president of real estate, the company had ambition, energy, and a growing footprint of Taco Bell and Dunkin’ locations—but no clear roadmap for scaling that success. With nearly two decades of experience working for brands like Jack in the Box, Zaxby’s, and Qdoba, Pellissier brought […]

At Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health, the mission goes far beyond providing outstanding pediatric care. The 456-bed hospital in Indianapolis is a beacon of innovation, compassion, and community service, serving tens of thousands of infants, children, teens, and young adults across the Midwest annually. Affiliated with the Indiana University School of Medicine, […]

Education is more than just a classroom endeavor in Huntington Beach, California, where the surf meets suburbia. It’s a community-wide commitment to cultivating well-rounded students and preparing them for a world in constant change. The Huntington Beach City School District (HBCSD) is at the heart of that effort, which serves nearly 4,700 students across six […]

People might not like going to the dentist, but that doesn’t mean it cannot be an elevated experience with service and care beyond traditional practices. Heartland Dental is one of the nation’s largest dental support organizations (DSOs). It provides supported dentists, hygienists, and non-clinical team members with best-in-class non-clinical administrative support, helping them achieve professional […]

Some people fall into their careers by chance. Gene Woodruff builds his. As director of construction, design, and facilities for Papa Murphy’s, Woodruff doesn’t just manage projects—he engineers systems to help the company scale smarter and serve customers better. After more than 21 years with Papa Murphy’s, including just four months in his current leadership […]

Duke University Health System (DUHS) stands as a beacon of academic excellence and compassionate care, recognized nationally for its mission to “advance health together.” From its flagship Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, to its growing network of outpatient clinics and regional hospitals, DUHS is driven by values of innovation, service, and continuous improvement. […]