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Libraries Get Creative to Navigate Pandemic Headwinds Lori Everett, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB October, 2022 Three years ago our nation quickly pivoted in reaction to the pandemic. Libraries were no different - they continued to provide essential services to the community and demonstrated tremendous resiliency and adaptability. FGMA's Lori Everett met with four library Administrators to gain insights into the impacts the pandemic had on their operations and how that may shape the future. She shares her research about how libraries navigated the pandemic headwinds and how libraries are continuing to evolve in the post-pandemic world. Read the Article For Library Facilities, Health and Wellness Becomes Crucial Lori Everett, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB October, 2022 In her second article about the effects of COVID on libraries in our nation, Lori Everett of FGMA focuses attention on how libraries are ensuring that environments are both safe and promote health and wellness to preserve the essence of what keeps libraries unique - an immersive environment. Read the Article DESIGN FOR FIRST RESPONDER FACILITIES THAT HELP REDUCE STRESSORS Raegan Porter, NCIDQ, LEED AP July, 2021 The second episode of the podcast features Dr. Joel Robertson, a neuropharmacologist and our very own Interior Design principal Raegan Porter. During this podcast we discuss brain chemistry and how the built environment can affect the brain. The team discusses municipal facilities and how design can create an environment that helps to reduce and cope with stress. Listen to the Podcast Design for Learner Well-Being in a pandemic Carol Stolt, Allied ASID, WELL AP January, 2021 This podcast considers ways to minimize anxiety of students, faculty, staff and parents as buildings begin to reopen. How can design mitigate fear and establish trust? What can be done to adapt existing buildings to make them safer and healthier? What needs to be considered long term to ensure that environments have a positive impact on our health and safety? Listen to the Podcast COVID-19 DESIGN RESPONSE + CONSIDERATIONS Dean Manassses, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, PMP August 1, 2020 Improving air quality is a fundamental strategy to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in school facilities. This guide offers both short and long-term considerations for adapting building Mechanical Systems. Information summarized is from ASHRAE and industry experts. Read the Article design technology tools enhance safety Dean Manassses, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, PMP June 1, 2020 In the COVID era, FGMA's skilled use of design technology tools help ensure safe delivery of essential services. Read the Article

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PEOPLE – EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PK-12 Education Higher Education Faith-Based Municipal Public Safety Recreation Federal Corporate Multifamily/Mixed-Use Leadership Jim Andreoni Senior Associate Augie Battaglia, FAIA Design Director Emeritus Michael Becker, AIA Senior Associate Anna Betts, NCIDQ Senior Associate Samantha Blum Jennifer Carlson, AIA, NCARB Leonard Debickero, AIA, BECxP Senior Associate & Principal Michael Denz, AIA Design Principal Rich DePalma Vice President & Principal, Business Development Steve Downen, AIA Associate Lori Everett, AIA, NCARB Bob Galloway, AIA, CSI Principal Jerrod Joggerst, AIA Senior Associate Todd Jones Senior Associate Celeste Karier, NCIDQ Senior Associate Troy Kerr, AIA, LEED AP BD+C Principal Andy Leja, AIA, LEED AP BD+C Senior Associate Nadia Lohse, AIA Associate Paul Luzecky Design Principal Andrew Mayo, AIA Senior Associate Kevin Meyer, AIA, NCARB Managing Director Abraham Mora, AIA, LEED AP BD+C Senior Associate David O'Donoghue Associate Shaun Patel Associate John Pete Principal Raegan Porter, NCIDQ, LEED AP Design Principal Jenna Rehkemper Associate Ron Richardson, AIA Principal, Director of PK-12 Education Rebecca Richter, AIA, RID, ALEP, LEED AP Design Principal Matthew Rutledge Karl Schuster, AIA Associate Elise Skulte Elaine Socha, AIA Associate Emily Spindler, AIA, NCARB Senior Associate Andy Stehl, AIA, LEED AP BD+C Senior Associate Alyson L. Sternquist, AIA, LEED AP BD+C Senior Associate Wendy Stradley Matthew Toepper, AIA Senior Associate Steph Townsend Leslie Katz Williams, AIA Associate Lucy Williams, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, FITWEL Principal, Sustainability Leader Jim Woods, AIA, ALEP Principal Angelika Zabiegala, AIA Associate Michelle Zupancic, AIA Senior Associate

NEWS – ALL POSTS All Posts Team Project Completion Resilient Communities Construction Editorial Faith-Based 2021 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2020 Travelogue Seasonal Industry Pulse Vision in Progress In the News PK-12 Higher Ed 2022 2023 2024 2025 Fire Public Safety Search Aug 21 7 min Class of 2024 Summer Interns Get to know the Class of 2024 Interns and learn more about their takeaawys from their internships. Aug 19 2 min New Executive Vice Presidents Appointed at FGMA The following exceptional team members have been promoted to Executive Vice President Aug 7 2 min A4LE Names FGMA's Jim Woods as 2024 LE Fellow Jim Woods is a recipient of the prestigious LE Fellow Designation, honoring his commitment to student learning environments. Aug 7 2 min A4LE Names FGMA's Rebecca Richter as 2024 LE Fellow FGMA's Rebecca Richter receives prestigious LE Fellow Designation for outstanding contributions to the student learning environments! Aug 7 2 min Jan Behounek and Kevin Meyer Appointed to the FGMA Board of Directors FGMA welcomes our two newest members to our Board of Directors Jul 22 3 min New Public Safety Center Opens, Transforming Opportunities for the St. Clair, Illinois Community The new Transit and Public Safety Center located at the Emerson Park Metro station in East St. Louis, Illinois is officially open. Jul 3 1 min FGM Architects Hires Anthony Lo Bello, AIA, to Lead Business Development for Higher Education Practice Lo Bello’s experience and industry stature propel FGM Architects' strategic growth. May 16 3 min National Police Week: Sheriff’s Office Quiet Room Featured by Thomson Reuters Institute FGMA’s quiet room design for the Cook County Sheriff’s Office 911 Dispatch Center featured as part of an exploration of policing innovations Apr 26 4 min Celebrating Two Special Volunteer Firefighters on the Public Safety Team Architects who also dedicate time to volunteering with local fire departments support the key vision of FGMA: We Build Community FGMA... Apr 12 5 min Godfrey Fire Protection District Celebrates Consolidated Engine House and Administrative Headquarters The new facility brings all firefighters under one roof for improved emergency response Trustee Gerard Fischer, community members and... Apr 9 9 min Sustainable Design: Prairie Trails Schools Achieves National Recognition with Better Project, Better Practice Award FGMA’s net-zero energy renovation has received recognition by the U.S. Department of Energy as a national model of sustainable design... Apr 1 2 min State-of-the-Art Transportation Education Center Brings Three Programs Under One Roof Facility supports STLCC Transformed initiative to bring collaborative learning and a fully-prepared pipeline of new employees to the St.... Mar 26 3 min FGMA Texas Region Welcomes Two High School Juniors for Weeklong Internship Teams at the FGMA Austin office offered insights to a high school internship program run by the Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders. Mar 7 2 min Groundbreaking of New Elementary School Kicks Off City Revitalization Plan Project marks a new path of "enriched learning, growth and community development" Venice Community Unit School District 3 recently held... Feb 26 2 min Three New Practice Leaders Appointed Generational transition in faith-based, federal, multifamily/mixed-use practices advances strategic growth FGMA announced today that... Feb 21 2 min FGMA's Faith-based Practice Ranked Among Top in Nation Designing the places where people gather for worship and fellowship supports FGMA's vision: We Build Community. We’re proud to be a... Feb 15 3 min ‘Truly Invaluable’ New Emergency Services Facility Opens in Hanover Township, Illinois FGMA’s design for better emergency response provides critical space to volunteers, first responders and the community On Saturday,... Jan 24 3 min FGMA's Texas Practice Embraces Managing Director Transition Austin, TX — FGM Architects, Inc. (FGMA), an employee-owned firm with 200+ professionals in eight offices across five states, announced... Jun 2, 2023 2 min Architects of the Future The strength of tomorrow’s built environment depends on a robust pipeline of budding architects. It’s never too early to nurture a young... Apr 5, 2023 2 min FGM Architects Welcomes Daniel Atilano, AIA, LEED AP BD+C FGM Architects is pleased to announce that Daniel Atilano, AIA, LEED AP BD+C has joined the firm as a Principal in...

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John Ochoa | AIA CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER p. 630.574.8300 e. johno@fgmarchitects.com “We want to be the firm of choice for talented young architects who want to become well-rounded professionals.” “We want to be the firm of choice for talented young architects who want to become well-rounded professionals.” ​ John Ochoa’s decade of steady leadership has resulted in measurable gains for FGM in size (double), design awards (dozens) and diversification. John thinks a lot about the things that make a firm successful and the things that make success long-term. RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS Warren Park ES text Warren Park ES text Warren Park ES text Warren Park ES text

Carol Stolt | Allied ASID, WELL AP SENIOR ASSOCIATE Carol Stolt | Allied ASID, WELL AP SENIOR ASSOCIATE p. 630.574.8300 e. cstolt@fgmarchitects.com Carol is a pioneer in the growing use of the WELL Building Standard and among the first generation of interior designers to be certified for her knowledge and experience. In both her practice and active engagement with professionals throughout the field, she is always motivated to ask, “How can we advance the health and well-being of the people who live and work, learn and play in the buildings we design?” Recent Projects Northwestern University | Kresge Centennial Hall Renovation Triton College | Health Careers Building Renovation ​ Recent Presentations "Improving Student Performance Through Health and Wellness for Students and Staff" April, 2018 | IASBO Conference "A Look at Your Campus with Resilience in Mind" October, 2018 | ICCCFO Conference

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Steve Raskin | AIA, CPTED Certified Professional PRINCIPAL, DIRECTOR OF PK-12 EDUCATION p. 314.439.1601 e. stever@fgmarchitects.com Steve’s passion is designing safe and secure schools. His architectural approach is continuously enhanced by collaboration with school, community, public safety and industry leaders to advance the knowledge, tools and design solutions that promote safety. From incorporating Community Policing through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles into school design, assessing the security of existing facilities, or leveraging FEMA dollars to build safe rooms, Steve brings a broad expertise to the communities he serves and a deep commitment to his life’s work: designing schools where children are safe and secure. Recent Presentations "Resilient Design" Sept 2016 | SAME – Society of American Military Engineers Scott Field Post Fall 2018 | Washington University June 2016 | USGBC Feb 2018 | USGBC October 2017 | ICCCFO – Illinois Community College Chief Financial Officers "CPTED" July 2018 | CES – Center for Educational Safety October 2018 | MSBA – Missouri School Board Association October 2018 | MCPSA – Missouri Charter Public School Association October 2018 | ICCCFO – Illinois Community College Chief Financial Officers November 2018 | GLASBO – Greater St. Louis Association of School Business Officials