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everyone
directors
associates
architectural
engineering
interiors
office support
ian griffiths
president
architect
AIA, RIBA, LEED AP BD+C
john miller
vice president
architect
AIA, LEED AP OM
darren johnson
vice president
Electrical Engineer
PE
matt veriha
Treasurer
Mechanical Engineer
PE
wendy thorson
Secretary
Interior Designer
IIDA, LEED AP BD+C
joseph dettlaff
Chairman of the Board
Mechanical Engineer
PE
brian meulemans
Senior Principal
Mechanical Engineer
PE
jamison white
Associate
Structural Engineer
PE
michael leibham
Associate
Electrical Engineer
PE
steve srubas
Associate
Architect
AIA
jim hinze
Associate
Architect
AIA
bob van lanen
Associate
Plumbing Designer
RD
christine brown
Associate
Interior Designer
IIDA, CHID, LEED AP
kristin pritchard
Associate
Interior Designer
IIDA
ed willenbrink
architect
Project Manager
AIA
dan drain
architect
Project Manager
AIA
pamela pelot
Associate
Architect
AIA
denise dauplaise
Architect
Code Specialist
AIA, LEED AP BD+C
marley gast
Architect
project architect
AIA
edward klister
Architect
AIA
david scheuer
Field Representative
thomas welch
Field Representative
brian guinn
Field Representative
tim gorton
Field Representative
nicholas kaufmann
Associate
Team Facilitator
jeff wurm
Project Coordinator
dan heling
Project Coordinator
Information Technology
kevin blaese
Project Coordinator
scott charney
BIM/ CAD Specialist
jeff pogrant
BIM/ CAD Specialist
clinton hughes
Plumb./ Fire Protec. Designer
dave maresh
BIM/ CAD Specialist
erik koning
Electrical Designer
jason juelich
BIM/ CAD Specialist
amir nouri
Architectural Intern
stephanie phillips
Architectural Intern
aaron van lanen
Plumb., Fire Protec. Designer
andrew bornemann
BIM/ CAD Specialist
phil kline
Engineer in Training
dave mirabile
Mechanical Designer
LEED BD+C
dustin sewell
HVAC Designer
kevin sperber
BIM/ CAD Specialist
steve durham
Architectural Intern
courtney williams
BIM/ CAD Specialist
austin burnett
BIM/ CAD Specialist
Blake Hermes
BIM/ CAD Specialist
amy brey
Administration Support
Kristin Suchalla
Director of
Organizational Development
merri bowser
Specification Clerk
ashley paul
Administration Support

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ian griffiths

President
Architect
AIA, RIBA, LEED AP BD+C
Ian is president of Berners Schober and has been with us since 1991. He has led several high profile projects for the firm, including recent additions to the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh and Madison campuses.
Always an innovator, Ian leads our team in challenging the status quo. He knows how to ask the right questions and dig deep to find the best solutions for our clients.
When he’s not in the office or on the job site, Ian is applying his techniques on the river, fly fishing with his sons.
Education
Graduate Diploma in Architecture
De Montfort University, Leicester, United Kingdom

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john miller

Vice President
Architect
AIA, LEED AP OM
John is vice president of the firm. He started at Berners Schober in 1995, beginning a journey across multiple building typologies and unique architectural challenges.
John believes that every project begins and ends with a strong relationship, between Berners-Schober, the client, the occupants and the building itself.
When not on a soccer field, or traveling with his family, you can find John helping in the local community serving on multiple non-profit boards or fundraising for the St. Baldrick's Foundation.
Education
Master of Architecture
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

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darren johnson

Vice President
Electrical Engineer
PE
Darren is vice president and heads Berners Schober’s Springfield office. He is an electrical engineer by trade, specializing in lighting, power and special systems, but is well-versed in many aspects of architectural design.
Darren takes a hand-on approach to both engineering problems and client relationships. His ability to translate complex engineering and design processes into digestible explanations makes him a great asset for both client and firm.
He is our resident Illinois expert, charged with growing our southern operations.
Education
Saint Louis University
BSEE, 1989-1993
Professional Engineering Lic. 2002

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matt veriha

Treasurer
Mechanical Engineer
PE
Matt is treasurer and a mechanical engineer at Berners Schober. He knows the ins and outs of HVAC with vast experience in energy efficient, user-friendly systems.
He has worked with a large number of clients implementing HVAC systems unique to their needs and easy to operate, including heat recovery chillers, radiant heating/cooling slabs, and countless more.
An admirer of DaVinci, Matt works creativity and imagination into every project; the more challenging the problem, the better.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Architectural Engineering
Milwaukee School of Engineering

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wendy thorson

Secretary
Interior Designer
IIDA, LEED AP BD+C
Wendy is secretary and heads the interior design department, joining that team in 1986. She uses her experience and instincts of space to plan layouts and incorporate designs that help us better live, work and care for each other.
From fabrics, materials and furnishings to controlling how one moves and flows through a space, Wendy understands how interiors can make us feel, work and live better.
Her classic, timeless sensibilities are evident in her love of relaxing on the beach with family, enjoying a Dickens story or a film from Hitchcock.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Environment, Textiles and Design
University of Wisconsin-Madison

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joe dettlaff

Chairman of the Board
Mechanical Engineer
PE
Joe leads the firm’s engineering department and is a past president. From his start at Berners Schober in 1984 to now, he has led and supported complex building designs for educational, municipal and public service functions.
Though knowledgeable in nearly every aspect of designing a space, Joe provides highly acclaimed expertise in energy analysis, energy modeling and building ventilation.
Joe lives in the details in his profession, but outside of the office he is all about the big picture, taking in nature from the seat of his bike and passing the night with a glass of wine and good friends.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Architectural Engineering
Milwaukee School of Engineering

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brian meulemans

Senior Principal
Mechanical Engineer
PE
Brian is a senior principal, mechanical engineer and supervisor for construction administration at the firm. He specializes in healthcare design, but has worked on projects covering many industries and uses.
A true master of HVAC systems, Brian thrives when designing complex systems and collaborating on multi-phased construction projects. His design expertise includes energy analysis and boiler and chilled water central plant design.
Brian is technically savvy and well-versed in AIA, ASHRAE, NFPA and local state requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Architectural Engineering
Milwaukee School of Engineering