Jamie’s top priority is always to complete the mission and achieve outstanding results. It’s his passion for communities, however, that drives him and our work. Perhaps that comes from his time as an Army officer. As co-founder and hands-on principal of our practice (formerly known as ACP Visioning+Planning), Jamie spent the past 20 years being inspired by the voices and commitments of the communities we serve. Today he strives to help communities of all sizes and conditions answer their most fundamental question: “What’s next?”

Jamie holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture from The Ohio State University and a Master of Urban and Environmental Planning from the University of Virginia.

Sarah knows that planning is about people. As a project manager she is committed to broad engagement while moving the process forward.

Sarah also provides leadership at Planning NEXT for business development and research. Her Jill-of-all-trades orientation is informed by her background as a private sector planner in Boston and Dublin, Ireland as well as her nonprofit advocacy experience. An east coast transplant, she can be found in her free time exploring the region…by foot, bike, and ski!

Sarah holds a Bachelor’s degree in Government from Dartmouth College and a Masters in City Planning from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

It’s uncommon for someone to be both a talented planner and a gifted designer. Fortunately for us, Michael is that rare person. Masterful at simplifying the complex, he translates ideas, concepts and plans into visual communications with easy-to-understand graphics. For the past seven years, he’s made all of us—including our clients—“look good.” Proof positive? His work for Dublin, Ohio’s community plan, Abu Dhabi’s transportation vision and Cary, North Carolina’s “Imagine Cary” online initiative.

Michael earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Mississippi State University and a Master of City and Regional Planning at The Ohio State University.

When it comes to creating momentum and movement, Sarah knows a thing or two. Our clients say she “keeps the train running on time.” We say she’s not only well organized but positively passionate for design and quality places. Which explains why Sarah is able to simultaneously make every client feel like our only client and lead numerous civic initiatives, including co-directing Columbus Design Week[s], an annual festival that gets the public thinking and talking about design in our city, and Camp Architecture, a multi-week summer program for elementary and middle school students.

Sarah holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Ball State University and a Master of Architecture and Urban Design from Columbia University.

For over 36 years, Vince has distinguished himself as an award-winning public planner and administrator, as well as a consultant in the field of comprehensive planning, urban design, zoning, and growth management. He has led the public planning departments of Columbus, Delaware and Dublin, Ohio. His broad experience has been built upon an ever-present motivation to have a positive and lasting impact on every place and community he has worked. As a consultant, Vince has worked at all levels of local government assisting communities with their planning. He served as the Vice Chair of the Franklin County, Ohio, Planning Commission and Board President of the Columbus Neighborhood Design Center.
Within the profession itself, Vince has dedicated time to the American Planning Association and the Urban Land Institute. He has served as a visiting professor at The Ohio State University Knowlton School of Architecture’s City and Regional Planning Section. Vince has been recognized as a Fellow of the American Institute of Certified Planners and has received a Distinguished Alumnus Award by The Ohio State University College of Engineering.
Vince holds a masters of City and Regional Planning from the Ohio State University, and a bachelors of Journalism with a minor in Economics from the University of Georgia.

From streetscape design to large scale master plans, Brian’s work focuses on the “big picture” in landscape architecture. That talent is complemented by his strong GIS and mapping capabilities, earning him much praise from both clients and communities. Brian’s commitment to learning about and celebrating great places is showcased through his many “extracurricular” activities, from teaching a studio at Ohio State, to volunteering with the Center for Architecture and Design, to hand-crafting commissioned license plate art.

Brian holds a Bachelor’s degree in Geography and Urban Planning from The University of Toledo and a Masters of Landscape Architecture from The Ohio State University.

As a planner with the City of Dublin, one of central Ohio’s premier communities, Logan honed his skills in community engagement, land use planning and project coordination. Logan’s many strengths are showcased through multidimensional projects that bring together research, mapping and stakeholder and public involvement. His calm, steady presence makes him a key asset to any team.

Logan holds a Masters in City and Regional Planning from The Ohio State University and a Bachelor of Science in Architecture at Bowling Green State University.

Cyrille has the macro-level problem solving skills of a community planner and the design orientation of a landscape architect. With these combined capabilities, she delivers only the highest quality products for our clients. Hailing from one of North America’s most dynamic cities—Toronto—Cyrille has learned a thing or two about promoting livability, building quality places, celebrating diversity and enhancing the cultural and amenity value of a community.

Cyrille holds a Masters in Landscape Architecture from the University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada and an undergraduate degree in planning from the University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.

From an early age growing up in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Jalen was inspired by people making a difference. Since then, he has intently focused on the interplay between design and community building. In a consistently calm and thoughtful manner, Jalen delivers high-quality design products while never losing sight of the purpose of his work—to build stronger, better, more equitable places.
Jalen holds a Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture from North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University and a Masters in City and Regional Planning from The Ohio State University.

Curious and creative, Shelby has a passion for analyzing complex problems. She dives into data and seeks to truly understand the “why” behind the trends that shape communities. She is also committed to setting a high standard for equity and sustainability. That’s why she’s been an essential team member in communities grappling with new ways of planning for inclusivity and resiliency.
Shelby holds Bachelors degrees in International Studies and Arabic from The Ohio State University and a Masters of City and Regional Planning from The Ohio State University.

A native of Columbus, Gabrielle understands the importance of making great places. Her love of learning and willingness to think differently help her to push projects to be better. At the same time, working quickly and efficiently, she delivers results that are clean, concise, and easy to understand.
Gabrielle holds a Bachelor’s degree in City and Regional Planning from the Ohio State University, where she further explored her passion for creativity with her three minors in Theatre, Pop Culture Studies, and Architecture.

Bailey believes in the power of community and understands that each place has a unique story. With a background in community development and economic regeneration, Bailey is focused on helping communities that are grappling with disinvestment and decline as well as those that are growing and changing.
Bailey holds a master’s degree in City and Regional Planning from the University of Glasgow and a bachelor’s degree in City and Regional Planning from the Ohio State University