Doug Hurley, AIA

NCARB, LEED AP BD+C
President

Responsible for the strategic direction of the firm, Doug provides solid leadership for the company’s ideology, growth and financial strength. He has extensive experience with the building envelope, including all facets of a project from entitlements through construction documents and construction administration. He works closely with project teams and the company as a whole to focus on common goals to provide the highest quality and a focus on client service. Doug has been with pb2 since 1989, was named a principal in 2001 and assumed sole ownership of the firm in 2011. He is Chairman of the Board of Directors.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Something in the field of archeology or history; I like old things and the story that goes with them

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Fly fishing for trout and anything related to the Razorbacks

Tell us one thing about yourself that most people don’t know?

I believe that Bigfoot really does exist

Brent Mills, CPA, CGMA

Chief Financial Officer

As the firm’s chief financial officer, Brent is responsible for the financial health of the Company. He works with the project teams to coach them on managing their budgets and staff. Brent is also heavily involved in developing our talented staff and recruiting new staff. Brent is a member of the firm’s board of directors. Brent has been with the firm since 2011.

When was the last time you had an amazing meal?

Probably last night. I am a walking billboard that my wife is a great cook.

What sound do you love?

The voices of my girls.

Tell us one thing about yourself that most people don’t know?

I am really not that boring.

Deb Ketz, AIA, ASID, LEED AP BD+C

Senior Principal

Deb has expertise in developing and launching new services that provide value to pb2’s clients and to ensure strategic growth for the firm. As senior principal, she works closely with project teams to coordinate project design, document packages and schedules and is responsible for securing and managing the firm’s ongoing relationships with fortune 1000 companies. Deb is a member of the firm’s board of directors. Deb has been with pb2 since 2006.

What keeps you up at night?

West Coast baseball games

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Writing a lot more
Homicide detective
Growing my own food, promoting and supporting community farmer’s markets

What sound do you love?

My two doggies howling at the train in unison

Neal Baggett

As part of pb2’s in-house engineering team, Neal provides electrical design for national retail clients. He is involved in quality control and site adapting client information into the project and has particular expertise in remodel/renovation projects. Neal has been with pb2 since 2013.

What keeps you up at night?

Uncertainty

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Veterinarian, possibly

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Target shooting

Mary Bain

As part of pb2’s in-house permitting team, Mary provides permitting coordination for our clients nationwide and at over 3000 jurisdictions. She also has extensive experience in construction administration and processing requests from the field. Mary has been with pb2 since 1999.

When was the last time you had an amazing meal?

Recently – lunch at a winery in Illinois with my sister

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Indoor – Quilting, Outdoor – Walking my dog

What sound do you love?

Rain on a metal roof

Shawn Blickenstaff

As part of the retail studio, Shawn provides production and quality control for a significant national retail client. He often pulls all of the pieces together and works with the project teams to define the most efficient processes for their projects. Shawn has been with pb2 since 2000.

What is the hardest thing you have ever done?

Marathon – 26.2 miles

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Outdoor activity – fishing.

One word that describes you?

Dedication

Carol Bouchey

pb2 works nationwide. Carol manages travel requirements for the entire staff. When she is not doing that, she organizes internal events, meetings and all resources for the staff. Carol has been with pb2 since 2006.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Lying on a beach in the South Pacific

What is the hardest thing you have ever done?

Raised too beautiful, intelligent, independent daughters

When was the last time you had an amazing meal?

The last time my husband grilled rib eye steaks

Jason Bradley

Jason provides production and quality control for several national client teams. His knowledge and abilities with many computer programs, including Bim/Revit, make him a valuable asset to each team. Jason has been with pb2 since 2005.

Favorite Indoor/Outdoor activity?

Outdoor activity – Fishing

Indoor activity – Woodworking, Metalworking

What keeps me up at night?

1. thoughts. That’s when I do all my thinking.

2. Raccoons vandalizing everything I own, barbeque, window & door screens, running on roof, everything.

What sound do I love?

Fire crackling in a fireplace or wood stove.

Scott Broadbent, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C

Senior Associate

As senior associate, Scott provides leadership and mentoring for the staff. Scott also leads the grocery studio and manages our primary grocery client. His ability to make logical, creative design decisions which reflect the goals of the client has provided a platform for success. Scott has been with pb2 since 2010.

What is the one thing you wouldn’t leave home without?

I keep a lucky penny in my wallet, it’s from 1900 and worth 100x its original value! Although I am not superstitious, I figure, it can’t hurt.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

I tell my mom all the time that I think my true calling was to be a baseball player, but missed it because she didn’t get me involved at an early age. Although I love architecture, I would much rather do it as a hobby and make all kinds of money in the MLB.

What sound do you love?

My puppies snoring

Randy Compton

As part of pb2’s in-house engineering team, Randy provides mechanical design for national retail clients. He has extensive expertise with BIM/Revit and mentors the engineering team on best practices for BIM. Randy has been with pb2 since 2013.

What keeps you up at night?

My Wife recently had our first child and I am building a house, on a tight budget, in a very limited timeframe.

What is the one thing you wouldn’t leave home without?

I would say my phone, but I walked out without it today.

What sound do you love?

The sound of the smallblock Chevy engine in my dragster, from around 6000 to 8500 RPM, on a ¼ mile drag strip.

Derek Dague

As part of the permitting team, Derek provides knowledge and expertise acquired by working with hundreds of jurisdictions nationwide coordinating requirements for several clients. He collaborates closely with each client to ensure their project meets jurisdictional requirements and the schedule is preserved. Derek also teaches at the college level. Derek has been with pb2 since 2009.

What is your greatest achievement? (professional or non-professional)

Teaching composition on the college level and getting results

Tell us one thing about yourself that most people don’t know?

I am listed on IMDB.com

One word that describes you?

Creative

Jim Daniels

With extensive construction experience, Jim provides quality control for the retail studio. He works with the project teams to produce the highest quality documents and ensure they learn from previous projects. He fills a critical role as the link to the field and constructability in our construction documents. Jim has been with pb2 since 1997.

What keeps you up at night?

coyotes

What is the one thing you wouldn’t leave home without?

driver’s license

Least favorite mode of transportation?

air

Laura Edwards

As one of the first people to start the project process, Laura works with project teams to site adapt client prototypes. She organizes and sets up the projects for the teams so they can begin their work in more detail. Utilizing her assessment on any inconsistencies and opportunities with the project, she is able to help the project schedule and capture efficiencies. Laura has been with pb2 since 2003.

What is the hardest thing you have ever done?

Let my kids make their own mistakes

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Anything that involves my grandchildren

What is your greatest achievement? (professional or non-professional)

Went to college 25 years after high school and graduated with a 3.82 GPA

Heather Edmiston

As part of the permitting team, Heather works closely with project teams and their clients to coordinate requirements from jurisdictions in all areas of the country. Her experience in permitting, research into jurisdictional requirements, and knowledge of several hundred jurisdictions allows us to process our projects in the most cost-effective and timely manner.
Heather has been with pb2 for 7 years.

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Reading

What sound do you love?

Laughter…especially my husband’s and kids’

One word that describes you

Goofy

Pankaj Neupane, PE

Senior Electrical Engineer

As part of pb2’s in-house engineering team, Pankaj is involved in the design of electrical systems for large scale retail projects, complicated remodels or an expansion of an existing facility. He has extensive experience in energy efficient lighting design and a specialty in power systems, which he learned while working for an Electrical Utility Company prior to pb2. Pankaj has been with pb2 since 2005.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Some sort of medical profession

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Cooking/Hiking

Tell us one thing about yourself that most people don’t know?

I can speak 4 languages

David Fields

As project manager in the retail studio, David works closely with a significant national retail client. He coordinates all requirements for each project and collaborates with all members of the project team. He also plays a significant role in the efficient production and implementation of the clients requirements. David has been with pb2 since 2005.

What keeps you up at night?

2 year old twin boys.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Carpentry/Woodworking

What sound do you love?

Hearing my children laugh

Dan Odell

Dan has over 16 years experience in all phases of a project including client contact, site analysis, the production of construction documents, discipline coordination, production program management and quality control for numerous retail projects nationwide. Dan is currently senior manager of the specifications team. Dan also has specific expertise in construction administration and works with several retail project teams to help guide them through the process. Dan has been with pb2 since 1999.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing ?

I would spend more time with my kids, the joy of my life. At least until they got tired of me, and then I would go fishing.

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Fishing

What sound do you love?

Waves cracking along the shoreline.

Steve Franklin

Steve has worked with a significant national client for several years and provides collaboration with the project teams, consultants and clients. As senior manager in the retail studio, Steve also works with the project teams to manage their schedule, scope and budget for each project. He has also worked with staff to develop an efficient quality control process for pb2’s remodel and renovation projects. Steve has been with pb2 since 1999.

Name one pet peeve of yours?

Waiting at a green light for the driver in front of me to stop sending or receiving texts.

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Sightseeing any time of year.

What is your greatest achievement? (professional or non-professional)

Raising children to become responsible adults.

Jeff Fields

As senior manager of pb2’s construction administration and cost estimating team, Jeff applies his many years of construction experience to provide construction budgets, details and resources for project teams to utilize during all phases of their project. Jeff also has specific experience with construction administration and provides valuable direction as field issues arise. Jeff has been with pb2 since 2005.

Name one pet peeve of yours ?

People who take more than they are willing to give

What sound do you love?

My grandchildren playing and laughing

One word that describes you?

Reliable

Robert Pace

Working closely with the project teams, Rob provides quality control for the retail studio. With a focus on remodel and renovation projects, he helps guide the project teams through the complexities involved in retail project schedules and remodel construction. Rob has been with pb2 since 2002.

What keeps you up at night?

My animals. Too many animals.

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity ?

Playing Euchre.

What sound do you love ?

My kids laughing.

Jonah Fulmer

As director of pb2’s IT team, Jonah strives to provide the pb2 end user with the best IT experience possible. He utilizes PC, Server, Networking, and various Hardware/Software technologies at his disposal to provide data processing, storage, retrieval, transmittal, and protection for the company. Jonah follows the trends in technology and works with management to keep the company current with advances in the industry. Jonah has been with pb2 since 2007.

What sound do you love?

The sound of me and my brothers arguing (or in deep discussion, however you want to put it).

When was the last time you had an amazing meal?

The last time my wife cooked……..which was yesterday…………soooo…… yesterday.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Forestry

Jim Gallagher, aia, cbo

senior architect

pb2 has a very effective entitlement team. We have successfully worked with thousands of jurisdictions across the nation to provide our clients with an expeditious result that preserves design and branding requirements within budgetary constraints. As senior entitlement architect for pb2, Jim has successfully worked with cities, towns and communities on behalf of our clients. Jim has been with pb2 since 2006.

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Scuba diving! The beauty, silence and sensation of weightlessness can’t be found anywhere else.

What sound do you love?

I love the sound of the ocean lapping on the sand in a quiet Caribbean bay. I could listen to that all day long. I have, in fact, listened to that all day long.

One word that describes you?

Resourceful

Brenda Garrison

Coordinating schedules and requirements is a significant part of keeping our projects on track. As part of the retail studio, Brenda manages these requirements. She utilizes her exceptional organizational skills to verify project status and keep staff on track. Brenda has been with pb2
7 years.

What is the one thing you wouldn’t leave home without?

Cell Phone and Purse

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Walking outside

Name one pet peeve of yours?

Not being organized

Kelly Guittar

Intern-architect

As project manager in the retail studio, Kelly manages a significant client through a complex process. He works closely with the project team, consultants and client to organize the requirements and create the documents through all phases of the project. Kelly also mentors staff on best practices in BIM. Kelly has been with pb2 since 2013.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Running a machine shop with my brother.

What is your greatest achievement? (professional or non-professional)

Starting a family with my wife.

Tell us one thing about yourself that most people don’t know

I have an identical twin that I talk to daily.

Mike Phillips, LEED AP BD+C

Intern-architect

With extensive construction experience as general contractor prior to pb2, Mike is an excellent mentor. As senior manager of a significant client at pb2, he has specific expertise in all types and sizes of remodel and renovation projects. He works closely with the project teams to guide them through the nuances of a remodel project and with the client to manage their budget and schedule. Mike has been with pb2 since 2003.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Woodworking

What is the hardest thing you have ever done ?

Watching my son board an airplane for a 2 year job in China and Tibet.

What is your greatest achievement? (professional or non-professional)

Professional – LEED AP and starting on my ARE

Cody Hahn

Cody provides quality control at the beginning of the project process. He works closely with the project teams and the client to be sure documents are accurate and specific to requirements. Cody also coordinates new requirements for the project process and mentors staff on the process to ensure the highest quality and efficiency. Cody has been with pb2 since 2006.

What is the one thing you wouldn’t leave home without?

Medical bag and fire gear bag.

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Kayaking with my family

What is your greatest achievement? (professional or non-professional)

Being a dad

Brandon Hampton, EIT

As part of pb2’s in-house engineering team, Brandon provides mechanical design for big box retail projects and fuel stations nationwide. He works closely with the project teams to provide creative solutions which often result in substantial cost savings and energy efficiencies for the client. Brandon has been with pb2 since 2010.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Farming

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Hunting, Fishing, Slow Pitch Softball and Camping

What sound do you love?

Nature

Ethan Hardwick

Intern-architect

As project manager for a significant client with the retail studio, Ethan coordinates all aspects of the project and collaborates with the project team to produce quality documents efficiently and economically. Ethan is well versed in working with a variety of project types and clients, including new construction, remodels and renovation projects. Ethan has been with pb2 since 2002.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Designing and building furniture, and writing science fiction.

What sound do you love?

An ATM machine.

Tell us one thing about yourself that most people don’t know ?

I lived with a family in Athens, Greece, as an exchange student in high school.

Melissa Posinski, LEED AP

As manager of our project management and accounting software, Melissa works closely with staff and pb2 management to develop and maintain time management, project management and accounting programs for each project. Melissa also mentors staff on leadership and best practices for professional development. Melissa has been with pb2 since 2000.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing ?

Writing books and teaching leadership classes.

What sound do you love?

The ocean waves.

Tell us one thing about yourself that most people don’t know ?

Studied drafting and did shop drawings for a large firm in Germany for a year after high school.

Greg Harp

LEED Green Associate
Intern-architect

As project manager in the retail studio, Greg works with significant national clients facilitating project requirements and responding to client requests. He has specific experience with developing, maintaining and site adapting client prototypes for health and wellness. Greg also has significant experience with food service facilities. Greg has been with pb2 since 2009.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Remodeling old houses

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Spending time with my two boys

Least favorite mode of transportation?

Swimming

Dwayne Harris, Associate AIA, MBA

Intern-architect

As project manager in the grocery studio, Dwayne provides design, production and quality control for a significant grocery client. He is also part of pb2’s BIM team and works with staff on drawing standards for BIM. Dwayne also has his MBA. Dwayne has been with pb2 since 2014.

What sound do you love?

Touchdown

What is your greatest achievement? (professional or non-professional)?

My Son

One word that describes you ?

Loud

Curtis Presley, AIA

Senior Architect

Guided by extensive construction experience, Curtis is able to shape the design into a practical solution without compromising the integrity of the design. His ability to fine-tune concepts into solutions has been invaluable in meeting our project goals and exceeding the clients expectations. As senior architect with the retail studio Curtis provides valuable input on detailing and constructability, he also provides quality control and mentors the staff on his team. Curtis has been with pb2 9 years.

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Whitewater kayaking

What sound do you love?

The soft murmuring of a mountain brook.

What is your greatest achievement? (professional or non-professiona)

Being the onsite architectural representative for the Expansion and Renovation of the Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium at the University of Arkansas

Paul Hughes

As part of pb2’s in-house engineering team, Paul is a senior manager who provides site observations and coordinates field requirements with project documents. He works closely with the engineering team to capture details that may provide cost effective solutions and work better in the field. Paul has extensive construction experience and mentors staff on best practices. Paul has been with pb2 since 2013.

When was the last time you had an amazing meal?

Ditka’s in Pittsburg.

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Reloading & Benchrest shooting.

What is your greatest achievement? (professional or non-professional)

My son and marriage.

Kimberley Riley

As an account manager with the pb2 accounting team, Kim works closely with project managers, team leaders and consultants to facilitate project budgets and the billing process.
Kim has been with pb2 since 2003.

What is the one thing that you wouldn’t leave home without?

Smart phone along with my calendar.

Favorite indoor/outdoor activity ?

Enjoying and cheering on my kids with their multiple sports (volleyball, basketball, football, softball, baseball).

What sound do you love?

Sitting outside on a beautiful summer evening, listening to the cicadas.

Julia Jernigan, AIA

Senior Architect

As senior architect, Julia has worked on a variety of projects, both new construction and renovation for national retail clients and has provided interior design services for nationwide corporate clients. Her focus is space planning and serviceability to users, creating spaces that work well for all aspects of design specific to the project. With over 25 years of experience, Julia has been with pb2 for 12 years.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Besides interior design/architecture, I strongly considered marine biology

What sound do you love?

Water – be it rain, the ocean, a babbling brook or whatever

What is your greatest achievement? (professional or non-professional) ?

My son, Kaleb

Andy Ross

As project manager in the retail studio, Andy provides production and quality control for a significant retail client. With a focus on remodel and renovation projects, Andy manages several projects within the changing criteria and fast paced schedules dictated by retail requirements. Andy also has specific experience with developing and maintaining client prototypes. Andy has been with pb2 since 2001.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Probably something weather science related. Meteorology most likely.

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity ?

I love to kayak and fish.

Tell us one thing about yourself that most people don’t know?

I am a certified storm spotter and on the board of directors for a weather organization called NWA WX Watch (WX is the official abbreviation for “weather”)

Tommy Johnson

Senior Electrical Designer

As Senior Electrical Designer with the engineering team, Tommy draws on his years of experience as a master electrician, project manager and owner of an electrical contracting company to design systems and details efficiently, that are buildable and practical to construct. Tommy has specific expertise in electrical systems for remodel/renovation projects and lighting design and sustainable systems for new construction. Tommy has been with pb2 since 2004.

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Bow hunting and/or anything with my grandkids

What sound do you love?

My family laughing together

One word that describes you?

Honest

Barbara Kamps

Intern-architect

As a senior manager in the retail studio, Barbara works closely with developers and significant retail clients. She manages all aspects of the project and works with the project teams on quality control. Barbara has particular expertise in site adapting and modify client prototypes to meet site adapt conditions. As an avid cook, Barbara also brings a lot of knowledge to our food service projects, including efficient layouts, equipment clearances and trends. Barbara has been with pb2 since 1999.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Baking

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Sand volleyball

What sound do you love?

My daughter’s laugh

Gregg Keyes

Intern-architect

As project manager for a significant client with the retail studio, Gregg manages the project team and coordinates all aspects of the project. He works closely with the client to meet project goals and ensure resources are available though the project process and to address new requirements as they arise. Gregg also works with the project team to provide production and quality control. Gregg has been with pb2 for 9 years.

Least favorite mode of transportation?

Anything slow

What sound do you love?

The roar of a V8 engine.

Tell us one thing about yourself that most people don’t know ?

I have taken and passed both Arkansas Praxis tests for teaching.

Owen Large

As project manager in the retail studio, Owen provides production and quality control for a significant retail client. He works on many projects in different phases of production. Owen specializes in remodels and renovation. He also has specific expertise in building codes and the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) and is a primary resource for those requirements and issues. Owen has been with pb2 since 2005.

When was the last time you had an amazing meal?

The last time I ate, every meal is amazing. Ever not get a meal?

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Fishing.

What keeps you up at night?

Finances.

Tim Manzella, Associate AIA, LEED AP BD+C

Intern-architect

As senior project manager in the retail studio, Tim works closely with a significant retail client and the project team to manage the design and quality control of construction documents while staying within the client’s schedule and budget parameters. Tim has also worked with the project team to develop an efficient internal process that responds well to the fast paced requirements for this client. His interest in sustainability has led him to work with local schools in the community, educating the students on recycling and best practices for a sustainable environment. Tim has been with pb2 since 2006.

What keeps you up at night?

My Golden Retriever if it is storming…My newborn son, if it’s a day that ends in “Y”.

When was the last time you had an amazing meal?

Last night. My wife is an amazing cook.

What sound do you love?

75,000 fans calling the Hogs!

Josh McCall, PE

Senior Mechanical Engineer

As part of pb2’s in-house engineering team, Josh is involved in the design of mechanical and plumbing systems, production and quality control for national retail clients. With an expertise in environmental and sustainable design, he utilizes energy-efficient equipment design and control strategy optimization for mechanical systems to focus on adapting systems to maximize their efficiency within the building envelope. Josh has been with pb2 since 2005.

What keeps you up at night?

Caffeine

Favorite outdoor activity?

Disk Golf

One word that describes you?

JEDI

Mike McDonald

As part of pb2’s in-house engineering team, Mike is involved in the design, production and quality control of mechanical, plumbing and basic refrigeration systems, for national retail clients. He has specific experience with developing, maintaining and site adapting client prototypes for auto center layouts. Mike has been with pb2 since 2013.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Archaeology

What is the hardest thing you have ever done?

Pedal The Peaks Cycling Endurance Tour in 2004. 532 miles in 7 days, Avg 9000 feet of climbing per day, burned 32,000 calories.

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Mountain Biking! Road Cycling

Amy Miles

Senior Permit Coordinator / Business Development

pb2 has dedicated staff responsible for managing and coordinating the planning and building permit approvals for our projects. As senior permit coordinator, Amy has worked with over 3,000 jurisdictions nationwide successfully, to provide our clients an expeditious result. Amy has been with pb2 since 2003.

What is the one thing you wouldn’t leave home without?

My cell phone

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Child Advocate Attorney

What is the hardest thing you have ever done?

Being a parent. Most difficult and most rewarding at the same time.

Kyle Miller, Associate AIA

Senior Associate

Organized and attentive to detail, Kyle also keeps his eye on the big picture. As senior associate he is involved in all aspects of the project process and promotes professional collaboration and innovative project delivery. He works closely with the pb2 project teams, in the retail studio, to ensure adequate resources are available and provides guidance to the project teams with an emphasis on contracts, budgeting and schedules. Kyle has been with pb2 since 2004.

Name one pet peeve of yours?

A slow foursome who won’t let you play through in Golf.

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Golf

What is your greatest achievement? (professional or non-professional)

My daughter and my marriage

Steven Setzer

Intern-architect

As project manager in the retail studio, Steven provides design, production and quality control for a significant retail client. With a specialty in remodel and renovation projects and an interest in sustainability, he provides creative solutions for existing conditions. He has collaborated with others in several design competitions since joining the pb2 team. Steven has been with pb2 since 2010.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

I would be involved in the construction industry in some form or another.

Name one pet peeve of yours?

When something is not functional due to poor design or poor craft.

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Learning, designing, and building are my favorite activities. I really prefer my mind to not be idle.

Harlan Skinner

As part of pb2’s in-house engineering team, Harlan is involved in the production and quality control of electrical systems for large scale retail projects. Harlan works closely with the project teams to provide efficient solutions which meet the project requirements, including monitoring the project budget and schedule closely. Harlan has been with pb2 since 2009.

What keeps you up at night?

Currently Avyn (my baby girl) is doing a great job of making sure I don’t get too much sleep.

What is your greatest achievement? (professional or non-professional)

Designing and building a custom hand-made crib for my daughter.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Anything that puts me on the golf course more often.

Bobbi Sligar

Controller

Bobbi plays several vital roles at pb2, as human resources manager she is responsible for maintaining firm & individual licensing, organizational planning, performance management, employee engagement, benefits and recruiting. As part of the accounting team, she manages payroll, accounts receivable, tracks staff utilization rates and the efficiency of each team. Bobbi has been with pb2 since 2002.

When was the last time you had an amazing meal?

Every time we eat at The Wooden Spoon in Gentry, AR

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Watching football & basketball games with friends & attending the events of my nephews & nieces.

What sound do you love?

The sound of my child laughing hysterically

Gene Stalcup, PE, LEED AP

Director of Engineering

As senior mechanical engineer for pb2’s engineering team, Gene provides mechanical system design, fire protection and quality control. He works closely with the project teams to ensure consistency, constructability and economical solutions. Gene also mentors the engineering staff on best practices. Gene has been with pb2 since 2004.

What is the one thing you wouldn’t leave home without?

Cell Phone

Least favorite mode of transportation?

Walking

What sound do you love?

The laughter of a child

Ben Steinert

As an early adopter of new technologies, Ben has been instrumental in launching pb2 into the virtual world and introducing advanced technologies into our current design and delivery processes. Ben is co-leader of pb2’s graphics studio and has been with pb2 since 2005.

What keeps you up at night?

Minecraft

What is the one thing you wouldn’t leave home without?

A messenger bag…full of electronics

One word that describes you?

Nerd

Josh Steinert

As co-leader of pb2’s graphics studio, Josh is responsible for shaping pb2’s technological future. He stays abreast of current trends and new technologies to best position pb2 for the most creative and efficient production ability using the latest tools available. Josh has been with pb2 since 2001.

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Cooking for others indoor or outdoor

What sound do you love?

Sons laughter

Tell us one thing about yourself that most people don’t know?

I took a vow of poverty

Randy Stidham, EIT

As part of pb2’s in-house engineering team, Randy is involved in the design, production and quality control of electrical systems for a variety of retail projects. He has extensive experience in energy efficient design solutions and works closely with the project teams to mentor staff and help guide the projects. Randy has been with pb2 since 2014.

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Riding my motorcycle.

When was the last time you had an amazing meal?

The last time I ate at Lazzari Italian Oven in Jonesboro, AR.

What sound do you love?

Les Paul through a Mesa Boogie Triple Rectifier.

Jon Tannehill

Jon provides quality control for a significant client in the retail studio. He is very knowledgeable with all aspects of the project process and plays a significant role in the production and coordination of several projects. He also works closely with the project teams to produce quality documents within the project timeline and budget. Jon has been with pb2 since 2004.

When was the last time you had an amazing meal?

August, at Joe’s Crab Shack

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Reading

What sound do you love?

Grandchildren’s laughter

Monica Thompson

As an account manager with the pb2 accounting team, Monica works closely with pb2 management to manage accounts payable and company expenses. Monica is also very creative and inspires us all with her ideas. Monica has been with pb2 since 2008.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Illustrator

When was the last time you had an amazing meal?

Almost every night – my husband is an awesome cook!

What sound do you love?

My family laughing together

Tammy Todd

As an account manager with the pb2 accounting team, Tammy works closely with team leaders, consultants and pb2 management to develop and maintain project budgets. Tammy is also very organized and works with project teams to organize project budgets with chaotic retail schedules. Tammy has been with pb2 since 2004.

What keeps you up at night?

A good book

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Something with mentally/physically challenged children or geriatric care

What sound do you love?

The laughter of a child; it is innocently contagious

Marie Vermillion

With a high level of collaboration and exceptional customer service as permit coordinator with the pb2 permitting team, Marie works with hundreds of jurisdictions to coordinate schedules and requirements for national retail clients and their projects. Marie has been with pb2 since 2004.

What is the one thing you wouldn’t leave home without?

I would not leave home without my wedding ring.

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

My favorite outdoor activity is fishing.

One word that describes you?

Strong

Steve Waldrop

Working closely with the project teams, Steve provides quality control for the retail studio. He specializes in remodel and renovation projects and is very knowledgeable about the complexities involved in remodel construction. Steve has been with pb2 since 2000.

If you weren’t doing this what would you be doing?

Commerical Superintendant

What sound do you love?

Slot machine paying out

One word that describes you?

Ornery

James West

Intern-architect

As project manager with the grocery studio, James has specialized in grocery design and implementation for over 10 years and is currently working with a significant grocery client. He is very knowledgeable about the spatial requirements and proper sequencing of equipment to accommodate the efficient work flow required in a retail grocery. Complimenting his grocery experience is his knowledge of trends in the industry, especially the increasing role of technology and how it will contribute to the grocery experience. James has been with pb2 for 9 years.

Least favorite mode of transportation?

Airplanes. Especially when they are airborne.

Tell us one thing about yourself that most people don’t know?

I’m originally from Texas.

One word that describes you?

Ambidextrous

Keith Williams, PE

Senior Electrical Engineer

Keith is involved with lighting and power designs for a variety of projects and has particular expertise in big box retail facilities. He has 14 years of experience designing electrical systems for retail and commercial projects including sustainability studies, consulting services, feasibility studies and cost estimating. As senior electrical engineer with pb2’s engineering team, Keith also mentors the engineering team on project management, client relationships and Revit. Keith has been with pb2 since 2013.

If you weren’t doing this, what would you be doing?

Calculus Teacher

When was the last time you had an amazing meal?

Yesterday, at my mother-in-law’s house

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Riding four wheelers through the woods

Brian Woody

As project manager with the retail studio, Brian works with a significant client providing document production and quality control. Brian also has specific experience at the front end of a project, working with project teams to develop the drawing package for early approvals. Brian has been with pb2 since 1998.

What is the hardest thing you have ever done?

Looked down from the top of the Willis Tower(aka Sears Tower)

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Bass fishing

Least favorite mode of transportation?

Bus

Cory Simons

Joining pb2 in 2014 as an intern and as part of pb2’s in-house engineering team, Cory is learning quickly as he continues his Army reserve duties. He has been an excellent addition to the pb2 family with his positive outlook. We are excited to see what the future will bring as he continues learning and influencing us with his desire to see the best in all of us.

What keeps you up at night?

For me, I enjoy a good story, whether that is from a book, a movie, or a game. I like to imagine what it would be like to be one of the characters. Sometimes I imagine myself the hero and other times the villain, tackling challenges from their perspective.

What is the one thing you wouldn’t leave home without?

I always take my casterboard with me in case I find a good place to skate. It was my main mode of transportation in college, and I still use it to this day.

Name one pet peeve of yours?

I really dislike the negativity that comes from people, like when someone calls a person “stupid, idiot, moron, etc…”. I try to surround myself with positive energy everywhere I go. I have a passion for people, so I like to do what I can to make others happy and make a difference in this world.

Mike Moody

ICC Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner

As project manager in the retail studio, Mike provides production and quality control for a significant retail client, including several projects a month. As a certified ICC Accessibility Inspector / Plans Examiner, Mike is a primary resource and mentor for the firm. He works closely with the project teams to review building code and ADA requirements and work though solutions as issues arise. Mike has been with pb2 since 2006.

Favorite indoor or outdoor activity?

Kayaking

What sound do you love?

High horse power engine

What is your greatest achievement? (professional or non-professional)

ICC Accessibility inspector / plans examiner certification