HLW International Announces 2015 Staff Promotions

NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- HLW International (HLW) is pleased to announce several promotions throughout its international offices.

Mark Zwagerman, AIA has been promoted to Principal. Mr. Zwagerman has over 25 years of experience in project management, architectural design, interior design, and project delivery for major entertainment, hospitality, corporate and retail clients.

Debra Cole has been promoted to Associate Principal. Ms. Cole has been responsible for maintaining the firm's business relationships and building relationships with new or potential clients.

Cristen Colantoni has been promoted to Associate Principal. In her 15 years with HLW, Ms. Colantoni has been responsible for numerous aspects of the design, construction and project management process.

Liz Burow has been promoted to Associate Principal. Ms. Burow grew HLW's workplace strategy practice into a world-class global business that has developed an independent client base.

Adam Strudwick has been promoted to Associate Principal. Mr. Strudwick led major design projects for the firm's London office across various corporate workplace and retail sectors.

Other promotions include:

• Heather Hernandez, Senior Associate
• Natalie Jessip, RA, Senior Associate
• Anthony Mekel , Senior Associate
• Shizuka Nagaya, Senior Associate
• Abigail Le Marchand, Associate
• Sarah Bunch, Associate
• Mustafa Afsaroglu, Associate
• Lauren Maxted, Associate
• Jessica Pepito, Associate
• Rui Borges, Associate
• Currie Gardner, Associate
• Sam Walters, Associate
• John Pritchard, Associate
• Jianxin Li, Associate
• Joseph Stampfl, Associate

"The exceptional professionalism, innovation and creativity that the new leaders demonstrate are key qualities that HLW is looking for in its future leadership," said Susan Boyle, Managing Partner. The firm has worked with major corporate clients on high-profile interiors projects including Uniqlo's headquarters, an innovative new showroom for BMW & MINI of Manhattan and in BMW's London headquarters, Aviva Digital Garage and PRS for Music. HLW has also led major architecture and planning projects such as Campus 2100, a unique office space within a campus setting located in Los Angeles and Qiantan Mixed-Use development in Shanghai.

A key factor in HLW's continued growth is the firm's comprehensive approach to professional guidance and preparation for leadership. "This year's promotions demonstrate HLW's commitment to identifying and developing stellar talent within the company. By recognizing these emerging leaders HLW will ensure that its team includes the best and brightest individuals that the industry has to offer," said John Gering, Managing Partner. HLW's longstanding tradition of selecting leaders from within the firm has created a strong culture of loyalty to the firm and its clients.

SOURCE HLW International