November 21, 2022

2022: New Team Members

by Kiersten Howe

2022: New Team Members
Kiersten Howe

Kiersten Howe

Senior Associate / Communications Manager

In 2022, many new faces along with some familiar ones became members of the GWWO team. We’re thrilled to have such a talented group of individuals join us in pursuit of our mission to enrich the human experience through design. Please join us in extending them a warm welcome.

John Bernet, AIA, joins GWWO with six years of professional experience encompassing a range of cultural, educational, and institutional projects, including those within historic contexts. He holds a Master of Architecture degree from Morgan State University and a Bachelor of Arts from Goucher College.

In a homecoming of sorts, Cara Blevins rejoins GWWO in a new role as Office Manager after previously working in the firm’s marketing department. Cara will oversee the day-to-day operations of the firm and work to improve office procedures to optimize efficiencies. Cara holds a BS in Economics from the University of Baltimore and previously served in development and event management roles.

Camden Hochgesang comes to GWWO from Ball State University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Architecture degree and served as a digital design mentor assisting students with digital design tools and leading workshops in visualization methods.

Luying Peng is a recent graduate of Syracuse University where she earned a Bachelor of Architecture degree. She brings the experience of two previous internships in China to the start of her professional career at GWWO.

Patrick Riley was compelled to join the team at GWWO after discovering a keen interest in national parks during his undergrad thesis at Syracuse University where he earned a Bachelor of Architecture degree.

Barbara Willey chose to pursue a career in design through early exposure to art and architecture and a love of problem solving. Barbara holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Ball State University.

Dani Williams brings a background in editing and graphic design to her role as Marketing Coordinator. She is a graduate of Loyola University Maryland where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications and currently serves as a youth volleyball coach.

Learn more about the many talents and interests of our newest staff members in their bios!

Kiersten Howe

Kiersten Howe

Senior Associate / Communications Manager