CannonDesign

We’re a design practice at the nexus of architecture, engineering, construction, strategy, innovation and more. We use Living-Centered Design to help organizations transform and achieve next-level impact.

18 members

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cannondesign.com

Members

Humberto Valle MBA, TX Realtor

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Humberto Valle is a world-renowned (sounds more grandiose than it is!) strategist and works closely with SMB companies giving strategic competitive guidance for focused periods of time. Humberto is the founder and current CEO of Unthink.me a digital marketing company that brings big business tools and experts to small growing companies. For the past 10 years Marketing and Web Design agencies hire Humberto Valle to act as project manager and strategist to help assure delivery of promises made to their clients. Business owners and organizations hire Humberto directly to help evaluate and capitalize missed opportunities in their markets and industries. Humberto volunteers countless hours to U.S. based entrepreneurs annually. Degrees include: Illustration & Arts Engineering Marketing & Entrepreneurship MBA in Business Administration -10+ years in Engineering design, Front-End Development, Digital Marketing, Competitive Growth Strategy, -Startups, Outbound/Inbound, Sales, Customer Service and Management. -Passionate entrepreneur willing to push my own boundaries and bleed for my team. -Relentless optimistic with solid footing on leadership and management. -Experience with SIX SIGMA & TQM. -Creative Marketer with skills in Photoshop and Illustrator, Excel, PowerPoint and more. -Experienced with presentations to executives, governmental officials and others. -HTML 5, Python, Javascript, CSS, Humberto owns % and or is a board member of several media and non-profit organizations and service companies including Honest Maids with wife Diana Valle (AZ Entrepreneur #yesPHX) "During my business undergrad and graduate MBA program I have studied primarily Competitive Strategy in Marketing. I am not an advertiser, I am an expert in evaluating markets and crafting plans to help stake a market. I am now 29, have 2 beautiful boys and an amazing entrepreneur wife." - Humberto Valle, www.Unthink.me

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Barbara Bouza, FAIA, NOMA, IIDA, is Executive Director, Market Strategies & Growth – LIVE, WORK, PLAY for CannonDesign, a global design firm where architecture, strategy, experience, innovation and social good converge to create meaningful impact. An architect known for shaping inspiring spaces that bring people together across cultures and communities, Bouza leads the charge in growing CannonDesign’s presence and impact in people-focused markets, including housing, civic and community spaces, sports, entertainment and workplace. Bouza is a member of the Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc) Board of Trustees, and speaks globally on experiential design, innovation and leadership. Prior to joining CannonDesign, Bouza was President, Walt Disney Imagineering where she led the global multidisciplinary team behind the creation of Disney theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, and immersive entertainment experiences worldwide. Known for fusing storytelling with technology and design, Fast Company recognized Imagineering as a Best Workplace for Innovators. Prior to Disney, she held roles at leading firms including Gensler, Morphosis, Foster + Partners, RBB Architects and Pei Partnership Architects. Bouza is a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), a former president of AIA Los Angeles and the founding president of Architecture for Communities LA, where she helped amplify the social impact of design across neighborhoods. A former board member of Imagine LA, she has long been dedicated to addressing family homelessness and poverty. She currently sits on the Fast Company’s Impact Council, and was honored with the 2022 Distinguished Leader Award from the New York Hall of Science for her career-long contributions to STEM fields. She was recognized by The Los Angeles Business Journal as Executive of the Year: Women Making a Difference and was a Girl’s Inc Honoree. Bouza holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, and studied in the Graduate Design program at the Architectural Association in London under Ron Herron of Archigram and Jan Kaplický of Future Systems. Fast Company article – https://www.fastcompany.com/91298221/the-value-of-designing-memorable-experiences Essence Magazine article - https://www.essence.com/lifestyle/disney-barbara-bouza/ IIDA article - https://iida.org/articles/thinking-big-with-president-of-walt-disney-imagineering-barbara-bouza New York Hall of Science Distinguish Leader Award - https://youtu.be/OwHEHMZLDxw?si=Z4W76gXG1S4VHIKP

Niketa Eason, SHRM-SCP

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Amanda Lo

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3rd+

Architecture | Energy Efficiency | High Performance Buildings

Catie Romero-Finger

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# Innovation With Purpose: Catie's Vision As Founder and CEO of BABs, Catie brings over 20 years of experience across tech, marketing, and culture, paired with leadership that's decisive, creative, and deeply human. She didn't start BABs to follow playbooks. She built it to rewrite them. ## Beyond Complexity to Clarity Tech stories need speed, clarity, and simplicity despite the complexity of emerging technologies. The expanding ecosystem of blockchain, crypto, DeFi, FinTech, GameFi, and Web3 demands communicators who can translate innovation into meaningful narratives. ## From Innovation to Impact Having lived innovation for over a decade, Catie has sold tech stories from Chicago to London to Sevilla. Her global experience shows that powerful technological advancements solve real human problems. While Silicon Valley archetypes dominate, communities worldwide are defining impact through: - DeFi creating financial opportunities unrestricted by political instabilities - Web3 enabling new models of remote work and economic independence - Emerging platforms recognizing talent based on merit rather than location ## Building With Conviction After fifteen years of innovation, Catie now builds with conviction. With her visionary co-founders and elite team, she's architected a groundbreaking 360° framework transforming how projects succeed in the decentralized economy. This proprietary methodology transcends traditional strategy, delivering unprecedented results for clients navigating web3's complex ecosystem. **What sets them apart:** * Proprietary risk mitigation systems outperforming industry standards * Data-driven tokenomics modeling backed by proven metrics * Seamless integration of community building with technical execution Their client portfolio includes ventures that have shattered fundraising records and achieved mainstream adoption where others failed. This is leadership with purpose: where conviction meets impact, where technological possibility meets human potential, and where BABs is rewriting the playbook for what tech can achieve. *From innovation to impact—this is Catie's vision for the next fifteen years.*

Claire Stroh, MBA, PHR, SHRM-CP

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Upcoming Conferences: Michigan Recruiter Conference in Detroit, MI (October 30th) and Toledo HR Conference in Toledo, OH (November 6th). Will I see you there? 😊 HR, People Operations, and Talent Acquisition Leader, Coach, Mentor, Job Search Helper, Speaker, Connector and Encourager! CliftonStrengths Top 5: Learner, Significance, Responsibility, Achiever, Relator / DiSC Style: i🌟 Check out my website for coaching services, blog posts, podcasts and more! ➡️ Claireiscoaching.com I love candidate, employee, and customer experience, personal branding and employer branding, recruitment marketing, training and development, coaching and mentoring, and managing/engaging community both on and off line. These are all strengths of mine I'm excited to continue building upon. 😊 Through my business I help people take their careers and businesses to the next level with a relationship building centered LinkedIn strategy. Connect, post and engage intentionally online to attract opportunities to yourself, build your network, showcase your personality and voice, and reach your goals! You won't hear the words "generate leads" come out of my mouth - I'm the coach for you if you want to expand your presence while also giving back to your community and providing value. I’ve learned a ton through trial and error online over the past 10 years, and have experienced a ton of professional growth, so I love to share my tips and tricks and help others do the same! I’ve become a go-to resource when it comes to using LinkedIn to build relationships, grow and reach your goals. Where did this passion for LinkedIn and networking come from? Check out my website at claireiscoaching.com/about 😊 I also enjoy working with emerging professionals through mentoring, guest speaking, and campus events - sharing knowledge and resources I wish I had when I was in their shoes. I love to help the next generation of business leaders get ahead! When I’m not working, networking or volunteering, I like to read, write on my blog, plan in my planners (with lots of stickers!), listen to podcasts, enjoy the local food scene, cuddle my plott hound Lucy, and travel! 💜 “Claire’s advice about social media presence, personal branding and professional development strategies is invaluable for our students,” says Gwen Appelbaum, assistant dean and director of the CRC (University at Buffalo School of Management). “We are grateful we can always count on Claire to share her expertise with enthusiasm, thoughtfulness and dedication. We couldn’t ask for a better alumna!”

Jessie L. Pernell, MSHRM

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A results-driven recruitment professional, partners with hiring managers to fill open job requisitions, while prioritizing a positive candidate experience. Focuses on building a strong candidate pipeline, being proactive, and consistently meeting targeted recruitment goals. Industries: Accounting & Finance, Banking, Private Equity, Compliance, Human Resources, Sales, Retail, Education, IT, Administrative, Nonprofit, Construction, Energy Efficiency, Engineering, Sustainable Technology.

John Peacock

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3rd+

Senior Project Manager at Wight & Company

Aman Kumar Agarwal

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Steering innovative BIM solutions at Arth, my role as Technical Sales Lead focuses on aligning client requirements with technological capabilities. The journey from BIM Manager to leading sales has honed my expertise in stakeholder management, ensuring each client presentation resonates with precision and strategic insight. Complementing Arth's mission, our team delivers tailored BIM strategies that enhance project delivery and client satisfaction. With a robust foundation in architectural engineering, I pivot effortlessly between technical finesse and sales acumen, reflecting a commitment to excellence and transformative client experiences.