Our Team of Professionals

Our staff is as diverse as the buildings we design, bringing a range of ages, interests, backgrounds, and creative skills to each project.

As we collaborate, amazing things happen!

Sydney Goldberg

President

Sydney Goldberg

President Sydney serves as President of the firm and is responsible for project management, business development, and client relations. She has a passion for client-oriented project delivery and proactive internal and external communication. Sydney holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Marketing from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Kevin Rost

AIA, ACA | Vice President & Principal

Kevin Rost

AIA, ACA | Vice President & Principal Kevin Rost is Vice President and Principal of GGA and oversees projects on all levels. He works closely with clients to ensure that schedules are met, documents are thorough, and lines of communication remain open. Mr. Rost has over 20 years of experience, concentrating on engineering applications, project management, building codes, cost analysis, and construction administration.

Derek Ptomey

AIA, NCARB, ACA | Vice President & Principal

Derek Ptomey

AIA, NCARB, ACA | Vice President & Principal As Vice President and Principal, Derek Ptomey works with leadership to ensure all GGA projects are up to standards. He has spent 17 years assisting GGA with the design and production of the firm’s numerous projects. With a passion for creating aesthetic and functional facilities, Derek works closely with stakeholders to identify their needs and priorities for the project. His extensive experience in facility management provides added value for our clients.

Lawrence Goldberg

AIA, NCARB, ACA | Founder & Principal

Lawrence Goldberg

AIA, NCARB, ACA | Founder & Principal As founder of GGA, Lawrence Goldberg applies more than 40 years of expertise to the planning, design, and programming of your project. He has extensive experience in justice and commercial facilities, contributing to the development of innovative concepts for both renovation and new construction.

Megan Reese

AIA, NCARB, ACA | Project Architect

Megan Reese

AIA, NCARB, ACA | Project Architect Megan serves as both a technical architect and a project manager for GGA. She manages a wide range of tasks from door schedules to construction administration with confidence and attention to detail. She joined the team in 2020 with a Master’s Degree in Architecture and has grown to represent the high standards that our clients depend on.

Carole Cline

Project Associate & BIM Manager

Carole Cline

Project Associate & BIM Manager With a Master’s Degree in Architecture, Carole joined GGA in 2013 and quickly became the BIM manager responsible for implementing three-dimensional modeling and coordination with engineers. Carole manages the quality of our technical documents and assists with construction administration as our projects get off the ground.

Chris Woods

Technical Production & IT Manager

Chris Woods

Technical Production & IT Manager Chris has been with GGA since the completion of his technical training in 2016. Early in a project, he assists with the production of as-built drawings for existing facilities and renderings of the final product. Chris contributes to documents significantly during schematic design, design development, and construction documents.

Coleman Babcock

Project Associate

Coleman Babcock

Project Associate Coleman holds a Master’s Degree in Architecture from Drury University and brings a fresh perspective to GGA's design process. He assists with programming, conceptual designs, and construction documents out of the Kansas City office. Coleman is passionate about how design can impact our day-to-day lives.

Bryson Homman

Director of Interiors

Bryson Homman

Director of Interiors Bryson joined GGA with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from Fort Hays State University. He helps clients select colors and finishes, choose, and order furniture, and manage the ordering and installation of large equipment. He is excited to serve communities through attractive but cost-effective design.

Emma Farris

Office Manager

Emma Farris

Office Manager Emma has been with GGA since 2015, taking responsibility for the background tasks that keep GGA running smoothly. While most of her business functions occur behind the scenes, clients work closely with her to structure accounts and answer questions about billing and payments.

Anna Deal

Marketing Coordinator

Anna Deal

Marketing Coordinator Joining the team with a Bachelor of Science and Master’s Degree in Communication from Fort Hays State University, Anna is passionate about the collaboration between GGA and the communities we serve. Anna manages a variety of marketing activities and communication efforts for GGA, including proposals, graphic design, and conferences.

Erica Smith

Administrative Coordinator

Erica Smith

Administrative Coordinator Erica joined the GGA team in late 2022, quickly becoming the center of communication for our two offices. She manages the ever-changing schedules of the entire team, keeps up with extensive correspondence, and jumps in wherever else she's needed with enthusiasm!

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