Studio Gang, an architecture and urban design firm, has announced the appointment of Joan Verbon as Principal and Chief Financial and Operations Officer. In this role, Verbon will lead the financial performance and daily operations of Studio Gang as it continues to fulfill its mission of using design to connect people with their communities and environment.
Opus has promoted Beth Duyvejonck to Executive Vice President of Construction. In her new position, she will oversee construction activities in multiple regions while also driving operational efficiency in Minneapolis and Des Moines. This move is part of Opus’ strategic plan for growth.
Farbman Group has welcomed three new team members: Christopher Debs as Senior Property Manager, Ken Williams as HVAC Manager, and Sarah Caley as Staff Accountant. Debs brings over 13 years of operational experience from the hotel industry while Williams brings over 20 years in HVAC service with a mechanical contractor license. Caley previously worked at a commercial interiors company.
Terrence Johnson has been appointed by Mayor Brandon Johnson to serve on the Chicago Development Commission (CDC). With more than 25 years specializing in public finance and banking within community development experience through his work at Greenwood Archer Capital (GAC), a nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), he brings valuable expertise to CDC’s efforts towards economic development for Chicago City Council.
This week’s edition also includes news that Mayor Brandon Johnson recently confirmed Terrence Johnson’s appointment Executive Director at GAC which specializes Public Finance Banking Department Planning & Development Division since joining GAC back when he was first hired by them during his tenure there between ’17-’23 before taking up leadership roles within other organizations such like Farbman Group where we have seen him grow into becoming one most respected leaders across all fields related business throughout city Midwest region overall!
