2025 Year in Review: Jen Shiminsky, Bergmeyer

What accomplishment or milestone stood out for you or your firm in 2025? This year Bergmeyer celebrated our 50^th anniversary, and it hit me in a meaningful way. Having been at Bergmeyer for over 20 years, I’ve seen firsthand how much we’ve grown, evolved, and built a stronger sense of community across our three offices. This milestone reminded me how forward-thinking and resilient we’ve always been, and how much fun it is to be part of a team that continues to push itself while staying connected and supporting one another!

As you look ahead to 2026, which emerging trends or shifts will shape opportunities for you, your firm, or your market sector? Looking ahead to 2026, I see exciting opportunities in cross-disciplinary collaboration, as workplace and higher-ed environments increasingly intersect. By designing spaces where academic programs, technology, and industry partners come together, we can better prepare students for the future workplace. Combined with a focus on inclusive design, these shifts allow us to create flexible, human-centered solutions that strengthen both our work and the communities we serve.