Case Studies January 2026

In professional basketball, success starts long before the first whistle. For John Coumoundouros, Senior Director of Equipment and Facilities for the Detroit Pistons, excellence begins in the details: the cut of a jersey, the fit of a shoe, the layout of a locker room. For nearly 23 years, he has led one of the hardest-working, […]

When Charles Nicholls joined Thrive Pet Healthcare in 2024 as senior director of construction and facilities, he stepped into a nationwide network of veterinary hospitals known for providing exceptional medical care while operating with an entrepreneurial, locally driven spirit. Thrive Pet Healthcare is an integrated veterinary network with more than 300 locations across the United […]

Kurtis Fritz never had to look far to find the kind of work that would inspire him. Growing up in a family steeped in the trades, he spent weekends and summers helping his dad build houses. What started as simple hands-on work quickly revealed the pride in shaping a place someone will call home. By […]

When Patrick Noble joined DaVita Kidney Care more than a decade ago, he wasn’t simply changing employers—he was changing perspective. A trained architect with a master’s degree from the University of Kansas, Noble had spent years designing spaces for others to inhabit. But when DaVita, one of his largest clients at the time, invited him […]

As senior manager of facilities for Mayo Clinic Health System, Thomas Wilson oversees environments where thousands of Minnesotans receive care each year. His responsibilities span a 160-bed hospital and four clinics across Mankato and St. Peter, all operating within one of the nation’s most respected healthcare systems. While the work is technical, regulated, and often […]

In Lubbock, Texas, a company that began as an appliance repair shop and retailer has grown into a regional mainstay for building systems. Armstrong Plumbing, Air & Electric, founded in 1934 by E. H. Armstrong, is marking its 90th anniversary with a leadership mindset rooted in adaptability, community ties, and a willingness to meet every […]

At INSA, the mission is simple but powerful: make every day better. The company, founded by Pete and Pat, is driven by the belief that premium cannabis products can enhance life’s daily experiences in meaningful ways. From cultivation to retail, INSA ensures customers get exactly what they need from cannabis to help them feel, live, […]

Michael Bjornberg’s work begins where most projects end. Instead of a blank site and a clean slate, he steps into buildings layered with decades, sometimes centuries, of decisions, modifications, and memories. As an associate, senior project manager, and historic preservation specialist at LEO A DALY, he is known as “The Building Doctor,” a role that […]

As vice president of operations for Tri Pointe Homes in Florida, Jason Carter stands at the forefront of one of the nation’s most ambitious housing expansions. Tasked with helping to launch the company’s first division in the state and guiding its entry into a highly competitive market, Carter and his team have become the driving […]

When Larry Puckett reflects on the evolution of Trimbuilt Construction, Inc., he remembers a company that grew from a small, drywall-focused subcontractor into one of the most respected and trusted general contractors in central Texas. Today, Trimbuilt is known for its highly skilled workforce, strong local subcontractor relationships, and deep in-house craftsmanship, which enable the […]