VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA—Architecture and design firm Perkins&Will announces the appointment of a new managing director of its Vancouver and Calgary studios, as well as the elevation of a new executive global head of operations.
In Vancouver and Calgary, former principal Derek Newby returns as managing director, and Susan Gushe—the managing director in Vancouver/Calgary—has been elevated to chief operating officer.
Get to know the leaders, below:
Derek Newby | Vancouver/Calgary
“Returning after a recent nine years with the studio, Derek has proven to be a well-rounded architect, mentor and collaborator,” says Gushe. “We welcome Derek back and look forward to his continuing vision and contributions to the firm.”
“Design is our business and that’s where we bring value to the world, that’s how we enrich people’s lives. I believe in the power of design to do those things. My goal is to continue to cultivate design solutions that can really allow clients to fulfill their aspirations,” Newby says.
Read more about Derek here.
Susan Gushe | Global
“I look forward to partnering with Susan in the new year and know she will make a great addition to the executive leadership team,” says Tyson Curcio, chief practice officer. “She’s already contributed so much to the success of our firm.”
“Over the last decade, it’s been so rewarding to see our teams thrive in pursuit of Living Design. As I embark on this next chapter of my career, I’m looking forward to bringing the lessons I’ve learned at the local and regional leadership levels to the entire firm. My goal is to ensure our global operations run optimally for the benefit of our clients, and for the betterment of our practice, communities, and planet,” Gushe says.
Read more about Susan here.
The firm congratulates these leaders for their advancement and continued promotion of excellence. These transitions concur with our global leadership succession—read more about it here.
