Gensler Names JJ Rivers Co-Managing Director of Washington, D.C. Office
Architecture and design firm Gensler has appointed JJ Rivers as the new Co-Managing Director of its Washington, D.C. office. He will serve alongside Kimberly Sullivan, who has co-led the office since 2024 with Francisco Gonzalez.
In April, Gonzalez will transition into his new role as Co-Regional Managing Principal of Gensler’s Southeast region. Based in Washington, D.C., Gonzalez will oversee the firm’s operations across several key cities including Atlanta, Baltimore, Charlotte, Miami, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Tampa, and D.C.
Rivers is a Principal at Gensler and an award-winning architect. His extensive portfolio includes mixed-use developments, sports and entertainment venues, large-scale master plans, and retail environments.
“JJ’s insight and leadership have elevated our work for years, and I am truly excited to welcome him as Co-Managing Director of our D.C. office,” said Sullivan. “His vision and steady leadership will be invaluable as we guide our D.C. office into its next chapter, and I look forward to partnering with him to continue delivering impactful work for our clients and communities.”
