Parallel, an Austin-based real estate development firm, recently hired Jennifer Davila as Accounting Manager.

Ms. Davila brings over 20 years of development and multi-family accounting experience to the Parallel team. Before joining Parallel, she started her career in 2003 at LYND as a multi-family staff accountant, working her way up to Director of Accounting – Development & Investment. In 2015, Ms. Davila joined Kairoi Development, where she advanced her career to Senior Director of Development Accounting. Ms. Davila and her team were responsible for all aspects of development accounting, ranging from JV/land/loan closings to the construction and disposition of assets. During her time there, she led the accounting team on more than 30 projects, totaling over $3.8 trillion in development transactions.

More information about Jennifer Davila is available at the company’s Meet the Team page at //www.parallel-co.com/meet-the-team

Based in Houston, Greg Sherman, PE, LEED AP BD+C is promoted to HOK’s director of engineering and will oversee the Engineering practice. Greg contributes to projects around the world, including the Texas Facilities Commission Capitol Complex Phase II, the Frank E. Moss U.S. Courthouse and a confidential net-zero headquarters in Guyana. Consulting – Specifying Engineer Magazine named him to its 40 Under 40 in 2024. Licensed in 38 states, Greg also serves on HOK’s Global Decarbonization Taskforce.

Staley joins Origin as Director of Business Development at the newly opened loan and deposit production office in The Woodlands. While Origin will continue to operate The Woodlands Banking Center nearby, this new location will be home to their growing commercial team. Staley holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Stephen F. Austin State University. He brings more than 45 years of experience, including a previous stint as CEO of The Woodlands Area Economic Development Partnership.

Corryn Williams joins the firms ownership group as 5th partner

Method Architecture, Texas-based architecture and interior design firm, has announced the addition of Corryn Williams to its ownership group. The strategic expansion reinforces Method Architecture’s commitment to growth, innovation, and investing in the future of the firm. This addition will bring the firm’s shareholder group to five.  

Williams, who has been an integral part of the firm, brings her expertise in marketing, business development, communications, and strategic growth to the leadership team. Since joining Method Architecture, Williams has made a significant impact with the firm’s growth leading the brand and client relations strategy through four acquisitions and three new geographic market expansions. Her ability to connect with clients, develop creative solutions, and contribute to the firm’s evolution has positioned them as a rising leader in the industry. 

“Since joining Method Architecture, Corryn has been a dynamic leader and a driving force in strengthening our brand across all our markets,” said Partner and Principal of Design Services, Eric Hudson. “Her strategic vision in setting firm-wide goals, business development and client relationships has been instrumental to our success. I’ve learned so much collaborating with her, and I’m thrilled to welcome her as a Partner as we continue to grow and innovate.” 

“Corryn has been instrumental in helping Method grow strategically, navigate multiple acquisitions, boost our digital presence, and scale our business in our industrial and tribal sectors,” said Managing Principal, Jake Donaldson. “She is a creative, passionate, and visionary leader.  Method is fortunate to have her as a part of the executive team, and now as a Partner.” 

Williams joined the firm in Houston in 2017 as the Marketing Communications Manager. In 2018, she moved to San Antonio and began laying the foundation for firm’s local office while supporting the Austin office with the acquisition of Architecture Plus and later in 2023 with the acquisition of GSC Architects. She directly oversees the marketing and business development functions of the firm while also playing a key role in the firms’ senior leadership team responsible for the strategic vision and growth of the firm. 

This leadership expansion comes as Method Architecture continues to grow its presence within Texas, working on diverse projects in industrial, manufacturing, retail, and federal sectors. 

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About Method Architecture  
Method Architecture is a uniquely ego-free architecture firm specializing in tenant finish and ground-up projects encompassing industrial, breweries, retail, tribal, and more. Method has offices in Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. For more information, please visit methodarchitecture.com.   

Coldwell Banker Commercial Alamo City added Chad Andrus, founder of Andrus Land Group and an Accredited Land Consultant, to its Land & Ranch Division in San Antonio, Texas.

Andrus brings a track record of excellence, with over $130 million in land sales and 30,000 acres sold across Texas in the past five years. He was most recently recognized as the 2023 and 2024 Regional Land Broker of the Year by the REALTORS® Land Institute. Since 2020, he’s held a consistent spot among the nation’s top-performing land professionals through the RLI APEX Producers Club. In 2023, he earned the elite ALC designation, distinguishing him as one of the most accomplished land experts in the country.

Now backed by the unmatched global reach and marketing power of the Coldwell Banker Commercial brand, Andrus’ clients benefit from boots-on-the-ground knowledge paired with next-level resources. From legacy ranches to investment-grade land, Andrus provides personalized, strategic guidance to landowners and investors alike.

As President and Founding Partner of ELITE Construction, Dustin is committed to delivering quality work and outstanding client satisfaction, driving growth through vision, leadership, and deep construction expertise.
He is known for analytical thinking, creative problem-solving, and precise coordination of complex projects. His strong communication skills foster high-performing teams and lasting client relationships, with most work coming from repeat clients.
Dustin earned his Finance degree from Dallas Baptist University and began his career as a licensed financial advisor. His passion for serving clients led him into real estate and, in 2015, to launch ELITE Construction. Through managing his own and clients’ real estate projects, he developed a strong expertise in construction management and project execution.

With a proven track record of success, Dustin is a people-centered leader who provides tailored solutions for every construction need.