As a Co-Managing Director, Jon brings a level of leadership and guidance instrumental to the continued growth and success of Gensler’s Denver office, which will celebrate its 49th year in 2022. Recognized for his ability to challenge design teams to think outside the box, Jon is also passionate about client relationships. An award-winning architect and community leader, he is a sought-after spokesperson on the subjects of commercial building design and repositioning development. Jon is actively involved in the Colorado Chapters of AIA, NAIOP, ULI, and the Downtown Denver Partnership where he is the current Chair of the Public Realm Council and active on the Civic Ventures Board. Jon earned his Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Cincinnati. He practiced professionally in New York, London, Chicago and Los Angeles before pursuing a Master of Architecture at the University of Illinois in Chicago and settling in Denver.