Since his childhood, Jamie has been fascinated with the built world: how structures, spaces, and environments affect our lives, moods, and behaviors. Through architecture, Jamie is able to interpret his clients’ needs in ways that constructively influence those interactions, while leaving a physical legacy and impression on the world around him. Jamie spends most of his free time enjoying hunting, hiking, and a watching a good football game with his family.

Jack returned to Mississippi in 2012 to fulfill a longtime dream of practicing his own brand of architecture with classmates and friends Michael Boerner and Jamie Wier. During his 15-year career, he has practiced architecture at prominent firms in New York, Birmingham, and Atlanta where much of his work was focused on K-12 and higher education facilities. Jack strongly believes in the practice of listening as a necessary step towards understanding the client. Through collaboration, his design solutions are tailored to translate need into a vision and ultimately into a final building. He and his family are active in Jackson’s Belhaven Neighborhood, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Cathedral, and the Mississippi Museum of Art where he serves as a trustee.

Ryan works best when he can attack a problem from the project level and work his way down. He enjoys motivating teams toward a focused, quality solution while keeping team members loose and lighthearted. When he’s not designing buildings at work, he’s reading or designing and building furniture at home.

Russ is drawn to work that requires critical thinking and creative solutions. He enjoys working with his colleagues, clients, and builders to tackle design challenges on a variety of project types every day. His positivity, attention to detail, and strong work ethic serve as assets to the practice. Outside the office, Russ enjoys spending time outdoors with his friends and family.

Molly enjoys working for a firm where the staff is truly supportive and collaborative as they work for a common goal, the client’s satisfaction. She is naturally detail oriented, whether in the conceptual stages of a project, the final drawings or at home with her family. She enjoys spending time with her two young boys, painting, traveling and photography.

Molly is drawn to client relationships as the foundation of all great design. She enjoys combining creativity, critical thinking and collaboration with her colleagues to solve any design challenge thrown at her. Schematic design is her favorite phase of the design process, where she gets to dream big about how to create the perfect experience for the client. She has a strong belief that furniture and accessories are just as important as architecture and enjoys completing WBA’s projects with those final touches. Outside the office, Molly enjoys spending time on the boat with her husband, daughter Grace and their two dogs.

Despite the fact that his high school aptitude test said he should be a band teacher, David Ford has enjoyed a successful career in architecture at both large and small firms in Mississippi. His career highlights have consisted of a project in Japan, a New York house with Sambo Mockbee, and many in between. David is always hungry to learn new skills to enhance his craft and is excited to be a part of a dynamic workplace. When he’s not sharpening his talents, you can find him in the kitchen trying his hand at sous vide, smoking meats, making pasta, or mixing cocktails for his friends.

Allison’s background in technical theater brought her to this industry with a passion for design and stories. She is grateful to be on a team that values open dialogue and collaboration where she can always learn new things. Allison believes in the power of storytelling and loves the fact that her job is to talk about the impact and beauty of the built environment every day. She’s always looking for latest shows whether stage or screen, so if she’s not going to a theater, then she’s probably planning her family’s next trip to Disney.

Dennis is proud to be a part of a team that brings good people, inspiration, and innovation together in each and every project. Through his work, Dennis sets out to listen – leaving a legacy for the clients he serves, the people he works with, and those that engage in the places the firm has a hand in shaping.  Dennis’s experience allows him to engage the design process through the lens of designer, builder, client, and citizen, elevating the mission and purpose of each project.  At home, Dennis loves spending time outdoors biking with his wife, playing on the playground with his son, and working on home and community improvements. He has a passion for teaching and helping others learn about design and construction techniques.

Holly Dotherow joined WBA from Nashville, TN where she worked with a interior design firm that specialized in the industries of senior living, corporate design, multi-family, healthcare and hospitality. Holly is a well-rounded designer and is able to contribute to any phase of the project, whether it’s assisting in the creation of the initial design concept, engaging in construction administration or installing furniture, artwork, and accessories. Outside of work, Holly enjoys many outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, kayaking, and team sports. She loves to travel and could be planning multiple trips at a time. 

Mark brings 25+ years of architectural experience to WBA covering many different project types. Mark is excited to join the team in the Nashville office and use his experience to add to the already dynamic, supportive, and client focused culture that is present with WBA. Outside the office Mark can be found kayaking all the rivers in Tennessee and enjoying the great outdoors in general.

After interning at WBA during his fifth year of architecture school, Jake officially joined the team after graduating. He was drawn to the collaborative environment, the wide range of projects, and is excited by the work WBA contributes to his community. Jake enjoys reading, supporting live music, and playing with his dog, Mochi.

As a recent graduate of Mississippi State University’s School of Architecture, Ashley is excited to join the WBA team, where high design standards and exceptional team communication are consistently proven. Outside of the office, Ashley enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, attending concerts, shooting, board games, drawing, painting, graphic design, and freelance photography.

Josh has always been fascinated with architecture which led to his first job on a construction site at the age of 16. His work on projects as a carpenter and electrician gives him a practical and detailed understanding of construction in the field.  That experience, along with college studies in architectural drafting, aids him in the design and drafting process. Josh spends a lot of his free time spoiling his soulmate, a German Shepherd named Ruby. He enjoys watching football and baseball and is a huge fan of the Atlanta Braves.

Growing up in a military family, Ebony was inspired at an early age by the architecture, art, and culture of the diverse places she lived. Her interest in architecture and design peaked in high school, where she was able to take classes dedicated to the field. After graduating from Mississippi State with a degree in architecture and a minor in interior design, she decided to put down roots in Jackson. Ebony was drawn to WBA because of the exceptional collaborative environment, the project diversity, and the desire to be working in a forward-thinking firm. Outside of the office, you can find Ebony enjoying the latest movie in theaters, walking her energetic dog, and competing with her friends in the latest 1^st person shooter video game.

From a young age, Drew has enjoyed drawing and exploring the world around him, whether built or natural. Before he began his fifth year of architecture school, Drew served as a summer intern at WBA, where he enjoyed the high energy and collaborative studio environment. Outside of the studio, he can be found enjoying film, spending time with family and friends, playing piano and guitar, geocaching, hiking, or serving his local church.

Born and raised in North Texas, Rachel graduated from Tarleton State University with a Master of Science in Kinesiology. During graduate school at Tarleton, Rachel met her Mississippi native husband and the two made the move to the Jackson area. With a background in communication, Rachel is a firm believer that communication is an essential part of any truly successful team. She was drawn to the community-focused aspect of WBA. Outside of work, she can be found crocheting, cooking, enjoying a nice glass of wine, and hanging out with her husband and boxer, Boomer.