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The Momentum team has designed and built over 1,200 of the nation's leading branded branch environments and operational facilities. We're driving a new standard in building branches and headquarter buildings.
Momentum is led by some of the foremost experts in the industry.
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Jim Haack – President
Jim Haack is the Director of Design for EHS Design and a founding principal of Momentum. Jim's 17-year career in the design industry has spawned award winning work with clients coast to coast. Jim is currently responsible for all aspects of financial design including prototype development, business modeling, brand image translation, branch operations and facilities design.
Where other architectural designers have failed, Jim has succeeded. Why? It's that unique combination of attributes not typically found in this industry. Jim is a blend of creativity combined with flexibility, business acumen, and client advocacy. Unlike many other designers, he checks his ego at the door. He involves his clients in the design process as he recognizes that no one knows their business better than they do.
Trained as a fine artist, Jim's experience in painting and printmaking are the foundation of his career in architecture. Some of Jim's Financial Institution clients include: Norlarco CU, American Eagle FCU, Kinecta FCU, Weyerhaeuser FCU, Bank of America, Purdue, Stanford, USC, Mission FCU, Catholic, Simpson, Lockheed, American First, Redmond National Bank, Yolo, San Francisco Police, Valley and many more.
Jim lives with his wife and two children in a rural community east of Seattle. They share their home with a menagerie of animals, including chickens, ducks, rabbits, dogs, cats, and the occasional peacock. When they can steal away, they enjoy Northwest skiing and sailing.
Education/Certificates
- Summa Cum Laude with Master of Architecture degree from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri
- Summa Cum Laude with Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri
Paul Seibert – Founding Principal
Paul Seibert is the Director of Financial Services for EHS Design and a founding principal of Momentum.
Paul oversees strategic branch and operations planning; and new branch business modeling and prototyping. Paul has completed over 1,200 branches, hundreds of strategic retail branching projects, 30 million square feet of operation planning and design, and numerous physical brand-image development projects for large financial corporations and credit unions across the United States. His comprehensive understanding of what works and what does not in both the retail and operations aspects of financial institution facilities makes him a sought after consultant and speaker.
Paul graduated from Cornish Institute of Art in 1969. During the 1970s, Paul designed over 100 retail branch banks, was the sole interior designer of 10 international airlines' 747s, and was asked to direct branch planning for the nation's 10th largest bank. During the 1980s, Paul was asked to help form a new $52 billion banking corporation as VP of properties in Dallas. That assignment successfully completed, he started his own consulting practice in Seattle. For the past 18 years, Paul has written the nation's only comprehensive books on strategic planning, retail branching, market analysis, design, and architecture for banks and credit unions, through the Credit Union Executives Society (CUES) and Sheshunoff Information Services, and partnered with Mark Weber of Weber Marketing Group on numerous projects. Today, Paul and his team are known as innovators of new and highly productive delivery systems and branch business models, specialists in translating brands into strong physical forms, and designing very efficient and design-focused headquarters buildings.
Education/Certificates/Affiliations
- Interior Design from the Cornish Institute of Art
- Certified Management Consultant from Institute of Management Consultants, USA - rewarded as a result of extensive experience, peer reviews, client audits, and adherence to the IMCUSA Code of Ethics
- CUES - Credit Union Executives Society
- ICBA - Independent Community Bankers of America
- IFMA - International Facility Management Association
- IACP - International Association of Chiefs of Police
Mark Weber – Founding Principal
Mark Weber is the president of Weber Marketing Group, a nationally- recognized firm specializing in corporate and product naming, brand development, branded retail branch environments and strategic marketing communications for financial institutions.
As a sought after public speaker and author, Mark has written numerous articles and white papers for CUES, CUNA, NAFCU, ECUC, MAC and many state and regional conferences. His insights on naming, branding, branch merchandising and consumer marketing trends has made him a top industry consultant, working with CEOs, boards and management teams across North America.
Mark has also served on the board of directors of a publicly-traded technology company, a Northwest business bank, and the Agros Foundation. Additionally, Mark advises the Microsoft Corporation's banking services division on consumer banking strategies and emerging market trends.
His agency, Weber Marketing Group, has created new corporate names for many of the nation's leading credit unions, including: John Deere Community Credit Union, now Veridian; Portland Teachers Credit Union, now OnPoint; Houston Postal Credit Union, now Plus4; Clark County Schools Employees Credit Union, now iQ cu; Motorola Employees Credit Union West, now TruWest, Vandenberg AFB FCU now CoastHills; and many more.
He is a graduate of Arizona State University.
Brett Conway – Founding Principal
Brett Conway is the Director of Architecture/COO of EHS Design and a founding principal of Momentum.
Responsible for all architectural projects undertaken, Brett's greatest strength comes from his ability to make sense out of chaos. He organizes teams and projects in a way that seemingly insurmountable amounts of information become smooth, seamless processes tailored to each client's individual goals. "To really do this well, we need to translate myriad technical data into understandable information for the client to make important decisions. I see that as my critical task," says Brett.
With over 20 years of experience, Brett joined EHS Design twelve years ago. A Michigan native, he has worked with clients throughout the country, including Citicorp, IBM, Weyerhaeuser Employees' CU, Yale School of Medicine, and Bank of America.
So what might you guess are Brett's hobbies? Probably not designing and fabricating "whimsical, sensitive, animated, and fun" light fixtures, but that's just what he does...He finds there is "bliss in craft." He developed this passion while studying in Denmark where he was inspired by many great Danish designers. Brett lives in Seattle with his wife and two young children.
Education/Certificates
- Master of Architecture degree from the University of Michigan
- Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Michigan
- Licensed Architect in states of CA, AZ, CO, CT, ID, SD, NV, OR, MT, TX, and WA
- NCARB certified.
Robert Saunders – Director of Construction Services
Bob has 24 years experiences in planning, design, and construction management for financial facilities. He has an exceptional ability to grasp and manage all project tasks from strategic planning to site acquisition assistance to design and permitting and through the construction process.
While his abilities span a wide range of essential interrelated tasks, his key attribute is delivering what has been promised on time and budget. Key to delivering our promise is Bob's exceptional ability at "Managed Construction." Unlike design/build, Bob and our team have developed a unique method of providing a single source of responsibility on projects from branch renovations, to freestanding branches, to major headquarters facilities. Bob feels that all work for our clients, whether simply design or construction of a freestanding facility, must be provided with an open book and a true partnership, rather than hidden profits being derived through the design/build process.
Bob is a client advocate of the highest degree and has delivered a large number of successful projects that have maximized the benefits of every client dollar.
Education/Certificates/Affil.
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh
- Facilities Forum Board Member for the Credit Union Times
Jack Emick – Founding Principal
A founding principal of EHS Design and Momentum, Jack uses his keen vision to fuel business solutions that make great design possible. Gifted at empowering and developing the talents of his peers, Jack not only defines project goals, but motivates the team every step of the way by "keepin' it fun."His unwavering honesty and reputation for being forthright resulted in client relationships that have lasted for over 30 years.
Jack's career in planning and architectural design began when he moved from the Midwest to Seattle. After founding EHS Design with Mindy Howard in 1977, Jack and Mindy fast became a well-known force in Seattle's architectural community. Jack has worked with high-profile clientele such as The Benaroya Companies, Elgin DDB, Nintendo of America, Paul Allen Group of Companies, Hewlett Packard, Holland America Line, Fox Sports Network, and AT&T Wireless Services.
Jack has a passion for boating and foreign sports cars. When not in the office, Jack can most likely be found with his fellow enthusiasts at a vintage auto club or on his boat. Jack lives on Mercer Island with his wife, three children, and their Bernese mountain dog, Hans.
Education/Certificates
- Bachelor of Art degree in Industrial Design from Kendall College of Design in Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Post-graduate work at the Cranbrook Institute in Bloomfield, Michigan
Jim Corle – Construction Manager
Thirty-four years of experience in commercial, institutional and industrial construction as Project Manager, General Superintendent, Resident Construction Manager, Superintendent, Project Engineer, Field Engineer and Subcontract Administrator. Accustomed to assuming responsibility for multi-million dollar construction projects and following through to their successful completion. A proven record as manager, supervisor and administrator in the construction of new facilities, renovations, modernization, and expansion of existing facilities.
Don Vezzi – Construction Program Manager
Focused on financial facilities for the past 7 years, Don's experience and management ability will add significant depth to Momentum's ability to serve clients.
Terry Clark – Chief Financial Officer
With 25 years experience in construction financial accounting, Terry is well qualified to handle the day to day financial responsibilities.
Colin Winters – Construction Program Manager
Colin has 10 years experience managing projects and brings a myriad of expertise to the Momentum table. With an eye for detail and precision, Colin oversees the daily progress of Momentum's projects and helps to ensure things run smoothly.
Theresa Knowles – Contracts Administrator
With her proven ability to identify and implement improvements to streamline processes and increase efficiency and productivity, Theresa knows how to get the job done — fast and accurately.
Greg Barrett – Vice President of Client Services
Greg brings 15 years of experience working with financial institutions and a proven track record of executing leading edge marketing plans. He recently played a critical role in designing and executing a business development plan for Captive Indoor Media, a video merchandising software company that is now well known in the financial industry.
"Another first-class job working with all of you. We are 'the talk of the town' because of the beautiful new building."
-Joe Robertson, CEO, Simpson Community FCU
Questions? Comments?
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