Design Development Rens Hayes

Joe Walker is President and Principal-in-Charge at Walker Architects. Joe draws on 25 years of design experience to create engaging, sustainable, innovative spaces. As a leader, Joe prioritizes communication and clarity. Responsible for coordinating decisions and achieving consensus across large, diverse groups, he ensures that everyone is on the same page and speaking the same language every step of the way. His design and construction administration experience includes renovations and new c...

Evelyn Lee is the founder of Practice of Architecture, a consultancy, and resource for small to medium-sized architecture and design firms. With a career that spans across various sectors, Evelyn has established herself as a forward-thinker in the realms of real estate development, architectural practice, and technology. After starting her career in architecture, she pursued an MBA, worked in the tech industry with notable names like Slack, and has been an editor and startup advisor. Her curr...

Frank Lazaro is a seasoned professional whose career trajectory has spanned various technology sectors, from the early days of dial-up Internet to sophisticated applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in marketing. With a background in political science and technology, Frank found his true passion in marketing and the analysis of human purchasing behavior. His vast experience includes pivotal roles in tech giants like Deloitte and mobile industry leaders such as Cingular Wireless, which ...

Michael Tilford is a seasoned real estate development professional with over 15 years of experience in the Boston area. His expertise encompasses areas from historical tax credits to large-scale developments like 121 Seaport and Eversource's underground substation in Cambridge. Along with his business partner, Ian Hatch, Michael co-founded Fulcrum Land and Infrastructure in January 2023. The company specializes in the entitlement process for real estate development projects, aiming to leverag...

Maureen McCaffrey is an experienced professional in the realms of construction, development, and investment management. She hails from a civil engineering background, having graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), where she nurtured a passion for the built environment. Initially forging her career in heavy construction, McCaffrey expanded her expertise into commercial real estate development. She currently serves as a Director at the MIT Investment Management Company (MITIMCo), ...

Clara Wineberg is a principal at Solomon Cordwell Buenz (SCB), an architectural firm with a 90-plus year legacy, headquartered in Chicago and with offices also in San Francisco, Seattle, and Boston. Clara specifically spearheaded the establishment of SCB's Boston office, exemplifying her dedication and skill in expanding the firm's national presence. With expertise in high-rise development and urban design, Weinberg and her team at SCB have influenced skylines across major cities in the Unite...