Julie Pierce
Community Sector Executive | Board of Directors
BUILDING CONNECTIONS ACROSS COMMUNITIES
We know that community matters. And with our vision to build a better world, we do our part by creating sustainable spaces where people can gather to connect with new cultures, ideas, and activities. Our Community Sector experts take pride in our ability to keep a finger on the pulse of local legislation changes and community needs nationwide. We design environments with the latest innovations and technology where new discoveries are investigated, future leaders are educated, and communities are kept safe and welcoming for all.
Explore our Community Sector practices and learn more about our relevant project experience. Discover more about Henderson’s extensive experience in other market sectors here.
Our leaders are industry experts, well-respected for their experience, drive, and people-first approach. Full of passion, creativity, and wisdom, our leadership is highly collaborative and committed to delivering nothing but the best. Henderson’s vision is to build a better world, and we believe that starts with leaders who embody our company culture and core values.
Community SECTOR LEADERS
Elyse Cocco
Community Sector Civic Practice Manager | Culture Practice Manager
Nick Gordon
Community Sector Civic Practice Manager | Culture Practice Manager
Chris Greer
Community Sector K-12 Education Practice Director
Carl Holden
Community Sector Technical Director
Bryan Jimenez
Community Sector Higher Education Practice Director
Danny McGrail
Community Sector Science & Technology Practice Director
Omid Mottahed
Project Director
CONSTRUCTION OR COMMISSIONING HELP?
We believe good design requires great building partners to bring it to life. Our sister company, Henderson Building Solutions, bridges the gap between design, construction, and ongoing building maintenance. Together, we seamlessly combine our engineering knowledge with in-the-field expertise to provide an unmatched client experience.
We could tell you all day how we always find new ways to innovate, but we’d rather let our projects speak for themselves. Browse our project gallery to discover what we’ve been working on in the Business Sector.
Our people are always up to great things. Flip through the stories below to stay up to date on latest the latest news, awards, and announcements from Henderson.
July 1, 2025
Henderson Companies Ranks Among Kansas City’s Largest Private Companies
Kansas City Business Journal
Henderson Companies is ranked 54 out of 527 organizations across the Kansas City metro area based on revenue.
Read MoreJuly 1, 2025
Henderson Honored with Employee Resource Group of the Year Award by Mid-America LGBT Chamber
Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce
UNITE, Henderson’s people resource group focused on supporting LGBTQIA+ employees, is honored by leading business organization.
Read MoreJune 3, 2025
Henderson Companies Hires New CFO
National design and construction firm welcomes Penny Spence, a 27-year finance veteran, to its c-suite executive team.
Read MoreMay 23, 2025
Henderson Sustainability Expert Earns CSE Magazine 40 Under 40 Award
Consulting-Specifying Engineer Magazine
Consulting-Specifying Engineer magazine selected Laura Brandt, sustainability consulting manager, among this year’s 40 Under 40 cohort.
Read MoreMay 6, 2025
ENR Ranks Henderson Among 2025’s Top 500 Design Firms
Engineering News-Record Magazine
Henderson Companies, the parent company of Henderson Engineers and Henderson Building Solutions, was named among 2025’s Top 500 Design Firms.
Read MoreWe’re an organization of innovators and idea-generators, and we love to share what we know with others. Scroll our thought leadership library for technical expertise, design discoveries, industry trainings, and more from the brains behind the building systems.
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