Kerrie Frymire, CPSM

Kerrie is the marketing and business development leader for Perkins Eastman’s international K-12 practice. Her passion for education began with dual master’s degrees in education and human relations and was further shaped by her early career as an administrator in higher education and early childhood settings. With a deep understanding of the intersection between client needs, service delivery, and industry innovation, Kerrie leverages her experience to build strong relationships with current and prospective clients. She collaborates closely with her team to craft strategies that generate new opportunities and drive growth. An active member of A4LE, Kerrie also serves as a Diversity Champion on the Northeast Region board.

Julia Hawkinson, ALEP, FAIA, LEED AP BD+C, O+M, WELL AP

Senior Facilities Development Manager, Los Angeles Unified School District

Julia has been working for school districts for over 20 years to positively impact the learning experiences of the students she serves. She manages the planning of major projects transforming existing school sites and leads the effort to develop, update and align LAUSD’s design standards and educational specifications with its instructional vision. In her professional and personal efforts, Julia advocates for inspiring learning environments that provide all children the opportunity to learn, grow, and dream.

Margarita Krivolutskaya, ALEP, Architect AIBC, RHFAC Professional

Margarita is a Universal Design specialist focused on inclusive learning environments that promote meaningful access. She collaborates with a range of institutional clients throughout British Columbia and is leading the development of the accessibility guidelines and implementation planning for two colleges. She serves as the Chair of the Advisory Design Panel for the City of Surrey.

Kari-elin Mock, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C

Principal | Executive Director, Cuningham

Kari-elin has practiced architecture for over 27 years, with an emphasis on creating spaces for learning, teaching, and play. She is a Principal with Cuningham in Denver, Colorado and serves as the Executive Director of the Grow Studio, where design for education at all levels is a primary focus. Kari-elin fuels her passion for meaningful design through her work with A4LE and currently serves as the Southwest Region representative to the Global Board.   

Heidi Neumueller, AIA, LEED AP

Principal, Cuningham

Heidi is a Principal, Senior Project Manager, and Architect at Cuningham. She brings a unique blend of commitment, strategic thinking, and sensitivity to every project. Heidi excels at leading immersive workshops and engaging with clients and user groups to transform their vision into dynamic learning environments. Her recent work includes developing a Trauma-Informed Design framework for all Cuningham projects, inspired by her collaboration with Rise Early Learning. She is also a national thought leader in inclusive restroom design, advocating for key design strategies that enhance safety and security.

A recognized leader in the field, Heidi was honored with the 2018 AIA Minnesota Young Architect Award.  

Lock Pampel-Montague, ALEP, AIA

Lock is a registered architect and accredited educational planner in Chicago, IL, USA, who specializes in educational design. Besides practicing architecture, Lock runs learning environment design workshops for architects, educators, and professionals in related fields, as well as university students in each of those fields.

Ross Parker, ALEP, AIA, LEED AP NOMA

Senior Associate | Design Lead, BCRA

Ross is an educational design lead for BCRA in Tacoma WA and a former co-chair of A4LE’s JEDI/DEI Committee. He has a passion for culturally relevant, experiential design of educational and community facilities that inspire, promote and embody empathy, and connect learners to their curriculum through the natural environment. Ross’ 3-decade architectural portfolio spans from northern Canada, the UK, to the US, and includes three James D. MacConnell Awards projects – award recipient in 2010 and finalists in 2004 and 2020.

Rob Pillar, ALEP, AIA, LEED AP

Owner, INSPIRE Learning Environment Planning

Rob, architect and owner of INSPIRE Learning Environment Planning, has been helping to inform and shape learning environments in the US, Canada, and the Middle East for 38 years. As an LE Academy faculty member, he mentors emerging planners to advance the field beyond his own contributions. 

Taine Wilton, ALEP, LEED

Director of Capital Projects, Edmonds School District

Taine, an experienced architect with 39 years in the field, has dedicated 25 years to educational architecture. As the Director of Capital Projects at Edmonds School District, she shapes learning environments that inspire and support student learning. Taine’s leadership prioritizes student well-being, incorporating nature-inspired spaces. She has held all Leadership positions in the A4LE Washington Chapter and is the current WA Governor for the Pacific Northwest Region. Her service was recognized with the Al Beck Award for Service. She holds a bachelor of Arts from the College of Build Environments University of Washington, is an Accredited Learning Environment Planner (ALEP), and a LEED accredited Professional. Her commitment to creating welcoming and meaningful educational spaces exemplifies her impact on the field. Taine’s work resonates with the belief that the built environment shapes identity and learning experiences. Her passion for student-centered, inclusive and accessible design and her extensive expertise make her a valuable advocate for educational facilities. 

Jennifer Zell, ASLA, PLA

Jennifer is a landscape architect who discovered an aptitude for her profession in high school—drawn by the prospect of combining her creativity and love of the outdoors. She is committed to leading efforts to enhance and sustain the natural world, understanding that environmental and human health are vitally interconnected.