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Michael  T. Buell David Daining Skyler Rubel Sarah Miller Don Williams Vince Olcott Bobby Stevens Amy Stevenson Julie Ahrens Kris Ossman Glen Beckstead
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Michael T. Buell, FSMPS, CPSM - Marketing/Client Development Director

As Marketing/Client Development Director, I do my best to make sure all of our marketing and business development efforts are focused on the needs and desires of our clients first and foremost. Also, I constantly stress to our project teams that we have to win the work before they get to do the work, and that makes marketing everybody’s job!

I enjoy being part of MHTN because I truly believe everyone is focused on helping our clients realize their respective visions. The fact that we don't let ego get in the way of great ideas and that we enjoy working and socializing together as well makes it that much better.

When I'm not working, I enjoy participating in my kids' growth...even if being their wrestling dummy is my most appreciated role. My wife and kids come first, but golf, sand volleyball and performing on stage help round out my joys.


David Daining, AIA, LEED AP - Director of Healthcare

As Healthcare Planner, I strive to bring innovation and strategic vision to healthcare planning and design projects for each and every unique assignment. I enjoy assisting our clients in enhancing the productivity and efficiency of their staff and the comfort level and successful outcomes of their patients.

Working in an open atmosphere like MHTN stimulates creativity and seamlessly fosters collaboration. We also have the best technology available to do our work. What a great combination!

If you love to learn new things, try new foods, discover interesting places, spend time with diverse people—we should hang out.


Skyler Rubel, AIA - Co-Director of K-12 Education

As Co-Director of the K-12 Education efforts for the firm, I utilize the tools of communication and consensus building to ensure our team is achieving the goal of exceeding our clients’ expectations. I enjoy working with our clients and following up with them to make sure the job is done right. I’ve always prided myself in the last 34 years on being able to work with clients to make them feel special and engage the whole team. Even though the building remains at the end of a job, it’s the relationships you build along the way that you really remember.

It's working as a team that makes such a difference. The staff at MHTN are friendly and engaging which makes working as a team and sharing knowledge fun and rewarding.

When I'm not at work, I enjoy golfing, fly fishing and traveling throughout the Western U.S.

Sarah Miller, AIA, LEED AP, IIDA - Pre-Design Services

As Programming Architect, I do my best to understand our clients’ goals and facility needs, and to represent those clearly and accurately in documents that are user-friendly and aesthetically pleasing.

I believe my co-workers are talented, creative and great to work with.  The atmosphere is professional, yet relaxed and fun.  I also like that our clients are interesting and thoughtful.

During free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, restoring the historic home that we’ve lived in for 17 years, and participating in Irish and eastern European folk music and dance.


Don Williams, CSI, - Technical Specifications

As Senior Specifier for the firm, I enjoy the challenge of preparing a Project Manual that closely reflects the actual building process, translating the drawings into written word as an integral part of our Documents.  Incorporating construction innovations into our projects permits us to deliver the latest in construction technology.

I appreciate the fact that exceeding the challenges of architecture in today’s highly driven market is only possible when team members share a common goal.  At MHTN, client satisfaction and projects that actually surpass expectations provides a measure of pride that we see in ourselves and in every project we complete.

My real life, however, is that of an avid cyclist.  Commuting to the office provides excellent stress management.  Weeknights and weekends find my wife and me on our bikes in the warm weather months or on the snow in the winter season.


Vince Olcott, ASLA - Landscape Architect

As a Landscape Architect, I do my best to create quality spaces that people enjoy while conserving resources as much as possible.

I love the opportunity to influence and enhance the experiences of the people that use our projects and believe that sentiment runs throughout MHTN.

When I'm not working, I enjoy hiking, woodworking, running, reading, model railroading and photography.


Bobby Stevens, IIDA - Interior Design NCIDQ

As an Interior Designer, I do my best to exceed the expectations of clients and colleagues alike.

I love the environment at MHTN because it is conducive to continual learning and growth as individuals and as a team.

Other than interior design, I enjoy honing my cooking skills, hiking, and becoming a novice gardener.


Amy Stevenson, IIDA, LEED AP - Interior Design NCIDQ

As an Interior Designer, I do my best to understand my clients’ needs and goals, and create an environment to support those needs and goals by designing inviting, energetic and comfortable spaces.

Simply said, I enjoy being part of MHTN because of the clients and co-workers I get to work with on a daily basis.

I love my work, but I live for being a mom to my two little girls, sewing, and spending time with family.


Julie Ahrens - Contracts Officer

As Contracts Administrator, I strive to prepare documents that are concise and have as much detail as possible to alleviate confusion. I enjoy working with clients and consultants and I try very hard to meet their needs. Being respectful of others is very important to me as well as being professional when working with others. I thoroughly enjoy my job and look forward to coming to work every day.

MHTN is all about people. From clients, potential clients, engineers, contractors to MHTN’s employees, the principals and staff are professional and caring. There is a real feeling of belonging and being appreciated. It is like a family.

Outside of work I love spending time with my Golden Retriever, AJ. I enjoy being with family, working in the yard, reading and working out at the gym (in that order).


Kris Ossman - Business Manager

As Business Manager, I participate in the company's accounting process and other financial functions, including the management of employee benefit plans.

I appreciate working with MHTN's diverse group of employees who take pride in producing quality results.

Outside of work, I enjoy skiing, cycling, the outdoors, and spending as much time as possible with family and friends. Having a good laugh is definitely up there on the top of my list!


Glen Beckstead, ASPE - Cost Estimator

As Cost Estimator at MHTN, I do my best to match design with cost.  Controlling complexity, quality and quantity for each project will bring the final design and budget in at the same place.

I like the fact that the work is always different. I am able to look at and cost billions of dollars of construction each year. My part of the design process is important to our clients and to our staff because we realize that “on time and on budget” isn’t a slogan for contractors, it’s an attitude that we must maintain for the clients.

When my head isn’t filled with numbers, I enjoy finding Utah antiques and collectables.  If it says Utah on it and is over 100 years old I want it.  When not doing that, I’m likely knee deep in a river with my flies and very few thoughts.


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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