GuernseyTingle

06/12/2026

Congratulations to GuernseyTingle Architect Nikki O'Regan on graduating with the Virginia Peninsula Chamber’s LEAD Peninsula Class of 2026!

Nikki joined fellow colleagues, classmates, and community leaders last night in Hampton for the program’s commencement ceremony, celebrating the completion of a year-long leadership journey focused on professional growth, community engagement and regional collaboration.

Cheers to Nikki on this well-deserved achievement, and we look forward to seeing the continued impact of her leadership throughout the Virginia Peninsula and beyond.

06/11/2026

Looking for your next opportunity?

GuernseyTingle is growing, and we’re hiring for several positions, including a Senior Marketing Coordinator to support our Marketing and Business Development Team.

This full-time role will focus heavily on proposal development and pursuit management, working closely with firm leaders, project managers, architects, designers and consultants to create compelling RFQ/RFP responses, interview materials, marketing collateral, digital content and award submissions.

Our people are the foundation of everything we do. That’s why we’re especially proud to have been ranked among the Top 30 Small Companies in Virginia Business’ 2026 Best Places to Work awards, marking the fourth time in the last five years that GuernseyTingle has earned a place on the list.

Explore all of our current openings at https://lnkd.in/eggYEi_i

06/10/2026

The countdown is on! Just two weeks from today, the Greater Williamsburg Sports and Events Center will officially open its doors and begin welcoming athletes, families and visitors from across the region and beyond.

Thank you to Visit Williamsburg for highlighting what this exciting new venue means for our community!

06/09/2026

Lifelong learning and professional growth are cultural cornerstones at GuernseyTingle, which is why we were excited to welcome Architectural Designer Jacob Barton and Virginia Tech School of Architecture Professor Bobby Vance for a presentation on the university’s FutureHAUS project.

Jacob is currently pursuing his Master of Architecture degree at Virginia Tech while serving as a Graduate Assistant under Professor Vance. As part of the CoreHAUS project team, Jacob is helping advance innovative approaches to modular, high-performance housing through the U.S. Department of Energy’s Housing Innovation Challenge. The Virginia Tech team is one of just 10 academic teams nationwide selected to move into the build phase of the competition.

During the presentation, Jacob and Professor Vance shared insights into the design, fabrication and construction strategies behind the project, as well as the collaborative process that is bringing these ideas to life.

We are proud to support Jacob as he continues to expand his expertise and contribute to cutting-edge research that is helping shape the future of housing. Thank you to Jacob and Professor Vance for sharing your knowledge and inspiring our team!

06/05/2026

Please join us in welcoming interns Quentin Trowbridge and Ryan Bieger to GuernseyTingle as they look forward to gaining hands-on experience and explore careers in architecture, design, and planning this summer!

A few fun facts:

🏔️ Quentin is a student at UNC Charlotte and once backpacked through the Grand Tetons.

⚽ Ryan is a student at Virginia Tech and once had the opportunity to play soccer in Barcelona.

We're excited to have them both on board and can't wait to see the fresh perspectives and enthusiasm they bring. Welcome to GuernseyTingle!

06/03/2026

Congratulations to our very own Rich Smith on being selected for the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce’s LEAD Greater Williamsburg Class of 2027!

Lead Greater Williamsburg brings together emerging and established leaders from across the region for an immersive leadership development experience focused on community engagement, collaboration and service. Rich’s passion for storytelling, placemaking and creating memorable experiences makes him a wonderful addition to this class.

We look forward to seeing the connections, insights and opportunities that come from this involvement and are proud to have Rich being that latest member of the GuernseyTingle team to participate in this experience!

LEAD Greater Williamsburg is proud to announce the members of its Class of 2027, 27 professionals representing a diverse cross-section of organizations and industries throughout the City of Williamsburg, James City County and York County.

Sponsored by the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce, LEAD Greater Williamsburg is a community immersion program that provides opportunities for recognized and emergent leaders to collaborate on issues of importance to the region. Over the course of an intensive nine-month program, class members participate in educational sessions, tours, and candid conversations with community leaders, gaining a deeper appreciation for their region.
Class members explore education, public safety, health and human services, economic development, environmental sustainability, local and state government, workforce development, and the military.

Since its founding in 1992, the program has graduated more than 400 diverse and accomplished individuals. Alumni go on to serve as elected officials, local government planning commissioners, and non-profit board members, building lasting personal relationships and an invaluable professional network along the way.
The Class of 2027 members and their organizations are:
Alejandra Ramello, Visit Williamsburg
Alice Jacobs, Merrill Lynch
Andrea Case, James City County (JCC)
Brett Smith, Whitley's Peanut
Charles Gates, WJCC Community Action Agency
Crystal Bright, Dominion Energy
Donita Snook, Synergy Home Care
Grayson Moore, Liz Moore Real Estate
Jenny Barthlome, Riverside Health System
John Becker, Williamsburg Landing
Judson Crihfield, Child Development Resources (CDR)
Katie Meis, York County
Maggie Harbick, Chesapeake Bank
Matt Chambers, Squared Away Entertainment
Matthew Pollino, Grove Outreach
Megan Whaley, Premier Home Appraisals
Melinda Mdluli, Heart Ministry
Melissa Jeffries, Chesapeake Bank
Mike Loy, Busch Gardens
Nathaniel Rock, Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA)
Nicholas Kier, WJCC Public Schools
Odalis Delgado, James City County (JCC)
Patty Hartigan, Colonial Behavioral Health
Rich Smith, Guernsey Tingle
Tabor Chapman, Williamsburg Regional Library (WRL)
Tracey Wright, Virginia Peninsula Community College (VPCC)
Zach Kirkpatrick, Junk Luggers

“We are thrilled to welcome this outstanding group of professionals to the LEAD family,” said Julie O’Neil, LEAD Board Chair. “This class represents a diverse mix of leaders from across our community, each bringing valuable experience, perspective, and a shared commitment to Greater Williamsburg. We look forward to a year of connection, learning, and collaboration that will strengthen their leadership and create lasting impact across our region.”
The Class of 2027 will begin its journey this fall, working together through monthly day-long sessions to explore the region's most pressing challenges and opportunities. Graduates will join a growing alumni network that continues to shape the future of the Greater Williamsburg community. Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce

06/01/2026

Congratulations to the CIVIC Leadership Institute’s Executive Class of 2025 on being recognized as the “Best Class Ever” at last week’s Founder’s Luncheon!

We’re especially proud of GuernseyTingle Principal Stephanie Kalantarians, who was part of this outstanding class. Throughout the program, Stephanie joined fellow leaders from across Hampton Roads in exploring the issues, opportunities and partnerships shaping our region’s future.

Thank you to CIVIC Leadership Institute for investing in leadership development and bringing together professionals committed to making a lasting impact in our communities!

05/30/2026

Closing out the month by celebrating our May birthdays. Cheers to Scott and Kate!

05/29/2026

The future of design is in good hands.

We recently had the pleasure of hosting an immersive design workshop for students and teachers from Newport News Public Schools’ Career & Technical Education program. After touring our workspace and learning more about careers in architecture and interior design, students tackled a hands-on design challenge that encouraged them to think creatively about how spaces can serve the people who use them.

Working alongside members of our team, students developed concepts, drafted layouts, and curated interior mood boards to bring their ideas to life. We were impressed by their creativity, enthusiasm, and willingness to explore new ideas.

We look forward to seeing their final presentations and the unique spaces they envision. Thank you to Newport News Public Schools for partnering with us to help inspire the next generation of designers!

05/28/2026

Congratulations to our May work anniversaries! Brooke and Dalton, we appreciate all you do. Here’s to many more years at GuernseyTingle!