Biography
President of Collaborative Access Studio, based in Orange County, CA, Assisting clients regarding federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state accessibility standards, ADA transition plan services, and accessible design.
A licensed architect in the states of California and Utah, and an ICC-certified accessibility inspector/plans examiner.
Since 2008, one of California’s first Certified Access Specialists (CASp #023), based on experience and testing criteria administered by the Division of the State Architect.
On behalf of the International Sign Association, alternate delegate (2014-2021) and principal delegate (2021-current) to the ICC/ANSI Committee on Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, contributing to the creation of the 2017 Edition of the ICC A117.1 Accessibility Standard.
Consultant technical assistance to attorneys and other clients to assist in the resolution of lawsuits, complaints, and claims related to state and federal access laws.