ABOUT US
Since our founding in 1995 as the Southern Arizona Architects and Engineers Marketing Association (SAAEMA), we’ve provided opportunities for our members to learn, grow, and become leaders in our community. In 2018, in response to the changing landscape in the industry, we became BILD: Building Insight, Leadership, and Development. BILD members take advantage of networking opportunities at our mixers, learning at our monthly lunches and workshops, and skill development at our annual Leadership Summit. In addition, we partner with local non-profits for community service and provide a showcase for our member firms’ projects with our twice-yearly project tours. Members can also take advantage of the scholarship program to advance their career education, along with our InDesign and other user groups. See if we’re a fit for your professional goals by attending one of our monthly lunch meetings FREE! Contact us for details.
We’re looking forward to meeting you!
2025 BILD BOARD
LEXY WELLOTT
PRESIDENT
The Planning Center
Lexy is a certified planner and policy analyst with The Planning Center, who specializes in the intersection of land planning, public policy, and site design to shape communities that are both functional and forward-looking. With over seven years of experience, Lexy has built a reputation for her analytical approach to complex planning challenges and her ability to craft policies, development standards, and design guidelines that align with community goals and regulatory frameworks. Lexy is originally from Corona, California and holds degrees from the University of Oregon and the University of Arizona. She also serves as a Commissioner on the City of Tucson Planning Commission.
JEN CRANE
VICE PRESIDENT
Zona Technical Engineering
Jen is the Office Specialist at Zona Technical Engineering, a local MEP Design firm. She has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management and 25 years of experience in marketing and administration duties. She helps the Zona design team keep projects and proposals running smoothly, works on marketing efforts, and assists with clients as needed. Her experience in marketing, client relations, and project management enables her to attain goals from developing initial plans to timely delivery of the final project. She is a proud native Tucsonan and enjoys photography and crafting as a hobby.
AMANDA GONZALEZ
SECRETARY
GLHN Architects and Engineers
Jen is the Office Specialist at Zona Technical Engineering, a local MEP Design firm. She has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management and 25 years of experience in marketing and administration duties. She helps the Zona design team keep projects and proposals running smoothly, works on marketing efforts, and assists with clients as needed. Her experience in marketing, client relations, and project management enables her to attain goals from developing initial plans to timely delivery of the final project. She is a proud native Tucsonan and enjoys photography and crafting as a hobby.
TAMI GRIFFIN
TREASURER
Western Technologies
Originally from San Diego, California, Tami moved to Tucson in 1991 to attend the University of Arizona where she studied journalism with dreams of pursuing a career as a free-lance writer. Post college, Tami joined Western Technologies where she found her passion for business and the A/E/C community of southern Arizona. Now with more than 30 years’ experience in the industry, she continues to keep her passion alive by continued participation on boards like BILD and mentoring new leaders within the multiple organizations that she supports. Tami is a founding member of KIDStruction, a design-build competition among middle school students, and she continues to promote career interest for the A/E/C fields to our local youth by keeping the competition running for more than 25 years.
VANESSA MARTINEZ
PAST PRESIDENT
Psomas
Vanessa Martinez, CPSM, is a Regional Pursuits Manager with Psomas, a civil engineering firm with a deep positive history serving clients throughout Southern Arizona. With over 15 years of experience in marketing and business development, Vanessa is a seasoned strategist and creative. She leads her region in developing new ideas, competing more effectively, and fostering client relationships. Vanessa holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration, is a Certified Professional Services Marketer (CPSM), and is a Society for Marketing Professional Services member. She is also an active member of several local associations. Vanessa is an Arizona native with a deep love of the Sonoran Desert. You will find her outdoors in her spare time, traveling with her family, reading, or listening to a podcast.
BRISA BOYD
DIRECTOR
Lloyd Construction
Brisa Boyd is a Tucson, AZ native with over seventeen years’ experience in Marketing, Communications, Business Development, and Community Relations.
She is currently the Marketing Director for Lloyd Construction Company, Inc. Founded in 1969, Lloyd Construction is one of the largest family-owned General Contractors in Southern Arizona.
She is a Tucson Native and enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband, son, and two dogs.
KIM RICHEY
DIRECTOR
Corporate Interior Systems
Kim Richey has been a key contributor to the furniture industry for over 20 years, bringing expertise in product knowledge, technical solutions, and project planning. As a Senior Workplace Innovator at CIS, a women-owned furniture dealership with 40 years of experience, she has led strategic, cost-effective solutions for government, education, healthcare, and corporate clients. Since establishing CIS’s Tucson showroom in 2013, Kim has specialized in integrating systems furniture with building infrastructure, helping create efficient, high-performing work environments.
DAVE GIBBENS
DIRECTOR
Schneider Structural Engineers
Dave Gibbens is a skilled problem solver and accomplished structural engineer. From a young age, he demonstrated an aptitude for engineering by constructing sturdy forts, bridges, and towers using Lego blocks—none of which collapsed unless he intended them to! After high school, Dave served for six years as a Navy Seabee, where he honed his construction and engineering skills. This experience naturally led him to pursue a degree in civil engineering at the University of Arizona, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2002. Since then, Dave has moved up, starting as an intern at Schneider Structural Engineers, and is now a principal. Dave possesses licenses as a Professional Engineer in Arizona and as a Structural Engineer in California. He is currently a member of the Structural Engineers Association of Arizona (SEAoA) and a member of the City of Tucson/Pima County Joint Code Committee.
LINDA STEPHENS
DIRECTOR
Linda Stephen Consulting
Linda Stephens is a marketing and communications strategist helping AEC firms increase visibility and attract the clients they want most. An experienced marketing leader and award-winning writer, Linda’s strategic approach generates insights designed to focus a firm’s resources on initiatives that will have the greatest impact. Whether imagining an entirely new website or establishing a thought-leadership campaign, improving marketing materials or invigorating your LinkedIn presence, Linda and her creative partners can help you imagine new opportunities for growth.
NATALEE WAREHAM
DIRECTOR
JW Civil
Natalee Wareham is the Administrator at JW Civil, a grading and utility construction company founded by her husband Jacob Wareham in 2022. Natalee received her JD from the University of Arizona’s College of Law and also holds a Business Management degree from the UA’s Eller College of Management. Prior to joining JW Civil, Natalee served as the Business Manager for Bowman Consulting and also Perry Engineering. Her and husband have three small children, ages 4, 2, and 1 – they wish they could enjoy vacations, but it is ‘adventures’ for now!