Love is in the air, and for us, it extends far beyond cards and treats (although both will undoubtedly find a place on our counter this week).
As we celebrate Valentine’s Day, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on the heart of our practice—our incredible team. Each member brings unique passion, creativity, and dedication to our projects, resulting in a thriving collaborative spirit and exceptional working relationships. We asked our talented coworkers to share some reasons they have fallen for our profession and culture. From meaningful projects to the supportive environment, our responses showcase just what makes our firm so special!
What do you love most about working at EDGE?
Brian Gallagher: “I love working at EDGE because it allows me the opportunity to design spaces and neighborhoods that directly impact my community.”
Carolyn Griffiths: “My amazingly hilarious and fun coworkers!”
Chris Laster: “I love that EDGE invests in, and empowers, their employees to pursue their passions. Whether it has been expanding the studio’s Revit knowledge, working on the Glass City Riverwalk in Toledo, Ohio, or instituting Crock Pot Thursdays, EDGE has always been there to support my goals.”
Drew Russell: “I truly enjoy working with such a diverse group of people that embrace each other’s perspectives and interests. EDGE is a team in every sense of the term.”
Gealese Peebles: “The opportunity to collaborate with innovative coworkers on a diverse variety of projects.”
Jack McDonough: “I love working at EDGE because of the connectivity. As a young professional, there’s always an open door to leadership and mentors that are willing to share experiences, knowledge, and advice. The camaraderie motivates you to help others, grow as a professional, and increase your overall personal confidence. We are blessed to have such a strong team atmosphere.”
John Haas: “What I love most about working at EDGE is the variety of projects and human experiences that we are fortunate to create.”
Josh McKeever: “What I love most about working for EDGE is the diversity of knowledge among our team. No matter the type of project or situation, at least one of us has the knowledge of how to design and accomplish the task. All of our team members are eager to help make EDGE not only a fun place to work, but also a place to learn new design skills.”
Nick Bockerstette: “I love that every person that I work with is someone that I truly enjoy getting to know better outside of the office. Getting along with people at work certainly has its advantages from a production / camaraderie standpoint, but being surrounded by people who are genuinely interested in you, your family, and your wellbeing really sets EDGE and its employees apart.”
Sharon Schultz: “What’s not to love about working at EDGE? I have thoroughly love working at EDGE since I began working here in 2008. I have been involved in a wide variety of interesting projects, and have enjoyed getting to know our clients and the architects and engineers I have worked with. Most of all, I have loved working with and getting to know my colleagues at EDGE. Everyone is very supportive and encouraging. I am honored to be a part of the EDGE family!”
Tedd Hardesty: “It’s the people!!! I truly love the daily interaction with our clients, our project partners, and our EDGE Team!”
Tim Bockbrader: “I LOVE working with all of our amazing clients that entrust us with the opportunity to create memorable places that shape the environments in which we live, work and play. I am truly blessed to work with an amazingly talented team that is passionate and dedicated to fulfilling our clients’ dreams and aspirations!”
These impactful statements remind us that for EDGE, devotion to what we do and one another is not just a sentiment—it’s a foundation.
It is evident that each member of our team contributes to the unique character of our firm. Our passion for our craft, dedication to collaboration, commitment to improving lives in our communities, and genuine camaraderie all result in a culture and character that are hard to come by.
Thank you for taking the time to learn a little more about us, and on behalf of the entire team, Happy Valentine’s Day!
P.S. Want to love where you work too? Visit our careers page!