JE Dunn Construction is excited to announce Hyde Griffith, previously the Houston Office leader, will now focus on healthcare efforts in the region. With decades of executive experience and a proven track record, Griffith will advance JE Dunn’s healthcare program and strengthen the firm’s expertise in Houston’s growing life-science sector—including complex lab, biocontainment, vivarium, and biopharma facilities.

JE Dunn Construction is proud to announce Marshall Frey as the new leader of the company’s Houston Office. With more than 14 years of experience across the industry, Frey brings a strong blend of expertise, leadership, and local insight into the role. Since joining JE Dunn three years ago, he has served as Project Director and Vice President for the company’s South Central Aviation efforts, where he led aviation strategy and major projects for airports and carriers throughout Texas and Oklahoma. Beyond aviation, his career includes work in infrastructure, education, utilities, and complex building, giving him a broad perspective that supports operational excellence and continued growth. A Houston resident since 2013, Frey is personally invested in the region’s success and committed to advancing JE Dunn’s impact through collaboration with clients, partners, and community stakeholders across Houston.

Jordan Young recently joined Armbrust & Brown, PLLC, as an associate attorney focusing on general civil litigation, including construction, real estate, and complex business disputes. She has experience with government, congressional, and internal investigations as well as international trade matters. Jordan’s skill sets include conducting extensive fact development, regular interfacing with clients, advising on investigation strategy, and working across several government agencies.

SOM proudly announces the elevation of Ryan Culligan to Partner. A leader in the Austin and Chicago studios, he helped re-establish SOM’s flourishing practice in Texas, leading several high-impact design commissions including one of the largest ground-up academic medical centers in the country. For the last decade, he’s led the Chicago studio designing 400 Lake Shore Drive, Concourse D at O’Hare International Airport, and large-scale developments in Austin, Atlanta, Nashville, and Bangkok.

Moody Bank proudly welcomes Danielle Parkes to the Energy Corridor Banking Center as Vice President and Commercial Banking Officer. With 18+ years in commercial banking, Danielle brings deep expertise across equipment and construction financing, working capital optimization, commercial and industrial lending, real estate transactions, and partner buy-outs. She treats every client as her most important, building trust through authenticity, transparency, and responsiveness.

Serving clients throughout Houston and surrounding areas, Danielle goes wherever she’s needed, embodying dedication and flexibility in every relationship.

Passionate about community development, she supports Economic Alliance Houston Port Region and CREW Network (Commercial Real Estate Women), and has volunteered with Kids Meals, Bay Area Turning Point, and LIFE Houston.

Outside the office, she prioritizes family and embraces growth through reading, fitness, and nutrition—living each day with purpose and intention.

Liz Friedman has joined Gensler as a Senior Interior Designer, bringing 26 years of experience in workplace design across multiple sectors. Known for her curiosity and commitment to sustainability, Liz has led numerous LEED-registered projects. Her global portfolio includes developing workplace standards that balance consistency with regional character.