Case Studies March 2026

Jason Bauerle does not treat growth as a theoretical target. For him, it is measured in courts built, clubs opened, and communities activated. As vice president of construction for The Picklr, Bauerle plays a central role in one of the fastest expansion stories in sports and recreation. His energy mirrors the brand’s momentum, and his […]

The work that keeps a school district running rarely happens in front of students. Long before classrooms fill in the morning and long after the final game or rehearsal ends in the evening, facilities teams are quietly making sure every space is safe, functional and ready for learning. For Kenneth Mlincsek, director of buildings and […]

Industrial transformation rarely happens through a single breakthrough. More often, it comes from disciplined iteration, careful listening, and leaders who can translate technical insight into coordinated action. At Sanimax, that transformation is underway inside some of the most complex legacy processing environments in North America, and Director Olivier Langlois is helping lead the charge with […]

Tyler Schott approaches operations with the mindset of a builder and the temperament of a coach. Recently promoted to vice president of process operations at MBA Energy & Industrial (MBA), he sits at the intersection of field execution, systems improvement, and people development. His role is not simply to keep projects moving. It is to […]

Ken Dioguardi did not set out to build a career in school facilities. His path moved through military service, private industry, technology leadership, and a chance technical assignment that changed his trajectory. Today, as supervisor of buildings and grounds for Eatontown Schools, he stands as a practical example of how trades-based experience, certifications, and adaptability […]

Midwest Glass has been serving Brookings and the surrounding area since 1974. That kind of longevity doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when a company takes care of people, does honest work, and shows up day after day, even when no one’s watching. When Seth Sayler stepped into ownership, the goal wasn’t to flip the […]

Devin Huesman has built his career on adaptability, discipline, and a willingness to step into unfamiliar territory. As senior project manager for Trinitas Ventures, he operates at the intersection of construction execution, team leadership, and strategic growth, helping guide a company known for its student housing expertise into new markets and new delivery models. His […]

Deidra Tart did not enter facilities management through a conventional path. Her career has been shaped by instinct, resilience, and a steady willingness to take on responsibility before she was ever formally asked. That trajectory now places her as director of facilities for The Community Builders, where she oversees a national portfolio that expanded dramatically […]

At Seton Hall University, where the physical campus shapes how students learn, train, and build community, Project Manager Vilma Cortina sees every renovation and new build as an opportunity to support people first. As part of Campus Planning and Facilities Management, she manages capital projects with a human-centered lens, measuring success by the everyday experiences […]

Jason Werner’s path to entrepreneurship did not follow a straight line. It bent sharply, repeatedly, shaped by trauma, responsibility, risk, and a relentless belief that he could build something better if he stayed disciplined and honest. Today, as the owner of EverClear Pools & Spas, Werner leads one of New Jersey’s top pool builders, a […]