PAVE Global Announces Two New Officers and Four New Directors

Industry leaders bring a wide range of professional perspectives to PAVE Global’s Board of Directors

Hollywood, Fla. (August 7, 2026)— PAVE Global is pleased to announce two new officers and four new members of its Board of Directors. Together, they bring a wide range of professional experience from across the consumer environments industry, adding distinct perspectives that will help guide PAVE’s continued work on behalf of students and educators.

“As our industry changes, grows, and evolves, it is imperative that PAVE mentors, inspires, and connects. With the valued leadership of these incoming board members, our mission will only grow and prosper. Special thanks to our outgoing board members for their commitment to PAVE, as we are in a much better place thanks to their leadership,” said Jerry Fox, Past President, PAVE Global and President/CEO, BISH>.

Current directors Anne Farniok, NCIDQ, CID, LEED AP, ASID, IIDA, IDEC, and Tomomi Marzan have been elected Vice President of Education and Treasurer, respectively.

Farniok is a Lecturer at the University of Minnesota, and Marzan is Senior Director, Retail Development at The Bicester Collection. Both will build on their previous service to the PAVE Global Board as they step into their new officer roles.

Joining the PAVE Global Board of Directors are:

• Ana Valencia, RA, LEED AP, Senior Vice President, Project and Development Services, Retail Team, JLL

• Eric Kuhn, Retail Market Leader, Bergmeyer

• Nick Travelstead, President, Travelstead

• Wil Walker, Managing Director, Econoco Corporation

The four new directors bring varied professional backgrounds and perspectives that reflect the breadth of the consumer environments industry today. Their unique experiences and insights will support PAVE as the organization continues developing programs, partnerships, and opportunities for students and educators.

For the complete list of PAVE Global’s Board of Directors, please visit www.paveglobal.org/leadership.

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About PAVE Global

Founded in 1992 as The Planning and Visual Education Partnership, PAVE Global is a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation dedicated to supporting students and educators studying and teaching in fields related to the design and creation of consumer environments. Through financial assistance, educational experiences, mentorship, and industry connections, PAVE helps students explore career opportunities and build relationships within the design community. For more information, visit www.paveglobal.org.