Design Matters: San Diego Construction & Development

Mr. Wood’s key role is identifying new investment and development opportunities for Cisterra. His strategic and successful development oversight and years of experience structuring transactions is demonstrated through projects like the award-winning DiamondView Tower adjacent to Petco Park in downtown San Diego, the Sempra Energy Corporate Headquarters Building across from the ballpark, and the Gateway at Torrey Hills project in Del Mar. Mr. Wood’s other essential roles include overseeing leasing, financing and underwriting of all Cisterra projects. Prior to joining Cisterra in 2001, Mr. Wood was Director of Acquisitions and Development for Kilroy Realty Corporation where he participated in the acquisition and development of over $500 million in existing properties and new development opportunities. He also structured and negotiated over 1.5 million square feet of lease transactions. Mr. Wood’s experience also includes C.B. Richard Ellis where he underwrote real estate transactions, and Picus Associates in Princeton, New Jersey, where he helped develop and manage the 2,200 acre mixed-use Princeton Forrestal Center development. A 1993 graduate of the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, Mr. Wood is also a former member of the United States National Rugby Team and former board member of the San Diego Downtown Partnership and National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP) San Diego Chapter.

Mark DiNapoli is the General Manager of the California region and National Chief Operating Officer for Suffolk Construction. As GM of California, he is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, projects, client relationships and operations in San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego. As National COO, DiNapoli oversees the areas of governance, strategy, operations, non-operations business support, company advocacy and brand expansion in support of Suffolk’s vision and strategies on a national scale. As COO, he promotes the company’s “build smart” brand in key markets and shares his operations knowledge and expertise nationally. He also drives the consistent implementation of Suffolk’s proven processes and technologies, such as virtual design and construction (VDC) and Lean Construction principles, with all Suffolk regional offices throughout the country. Prior to his roles as GM of California and National COO, DiNapoli served as Suffolk Northeast President and General Manager for more than 26 years. In that role, he was responsible for overseeing the region’s strategic direction, projects and client relationships, and leading marketing and work acquisition efforts in the company’s largest and most rapidly expanding region. He assumed various leadership positions on corporate and regional levels in the Northeast, and launched and expanded several strategic divisions for the company, including Suffolk’s dedicated healthcare, education and science & technology practices. During his tenure leading the Northeast region, Suffolk was consistently ranked as one of the “Area’s Largest General Contractors” and was listed as high as number 20 on Engineering News Record’s list of “Top Construction Management at Risk Firms.” Suffolk was also consistently named by The Boston Globe and Boston Business Journal as one of the “top places to work” under his strong leadership. DiNapoli currently serves as a Board Member of the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce and as Co-Chairman of the Land Use, Construction and Housing Council. Additionally he serves as a Board Member of the Los Angeles Business Counsel. During his time in Boston, he served as a Director of the Associates General Contractors Labor Relations Division and on the Massachusetts Business Roundtable, Schwartz Center Leadership Council and the Whittier Street Health Center Presidents Advisory Council. He was also a Trustee for the Boston Children’s Museum and is an Overseer at the Boston Museum of Science. DiNapoli graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Worcester, Massachusetts with a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering.

With over 30 years of industry experience, Chris has a deep understanding of the Southern California commercial real estate landscape and insight into what creates a property of enduring value. As President of Ryan’s West Region, Chris provides leadership and direction of the development, design, construction and real estate management teams in our San Diego office. A widely respected leader, he is responsible for expanding Ryan’s presence in the West Region and developing strong, productive relationships with partners and market players across the spectrum. Chris specializes in multi- tenant distribution/manufacturing projects and high-tech research and development facilities with an emphasis on defense, electronics, telecommunications and biotech.

Valentine S. Hoy is a trial and litigation partner in the firm's San Diego office. Val's practice focuses on commercial litigation, with an emphasis on real estate litigation. Val represents owners, developers, purchasers, sellers, lessors and lessees of commercial and residential properties in contract and tort litigation, construction litigation, and entitlement and environmental litigation. Val has successfully litigated antitrust cases, director's liability cases, securities fraud cases, defamation cases and malicious prosecution cases.

A graduate of Cal Poly University, San Luis Obispo, David formed McCullough Landscape Architecture as a sole proprietorship in 1999 while consulting for another firm. After wife and partner, Catherine joined the business in 2001 and became Chief Executive Officer and President in 2002; the firm became a woman-owned corporation and a certified Small Business by the State of California. With offices in San Diego and the Bay Area, McCullough creates spaces for hospitality, retail, mixed-use and institutional properties around the world. As principal landscape architect, David oversees all aspects of the design and production of firm projects at McCullough. He serves as head designer on all projects and maintains quality control on all work completed. Previous projects have earned awards and recognition in several national publications. David finds time in his schedule to take leadership in creative organizations such as the the San Diego Architecture Foundation (SDAF) and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) local Urban Design Committee. He currently serves as Chair of the Pecha Kucha Night program, which is on its sixth successful year. He finds it inspiring to take part in such a diverse mix of creative minds while bringing them together to share with the public their wild ideas. In addition, recently David was appointed by San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer to serve on the Historical Resources Board as Chair, which governs the identification, protection, retention and preservation of historical sites in San Diego. Concurrently, he has been invited to serve on the city’s Code Monitoring Team (CMT). David’s design philosophy is centered around merging context and creative passion with grit, soul, and style. The firm takes every project with a uniquely creative approach that centers around diversity, discovery and conservation. David feels it’s important to engage the human spirit with nature, while expressing empathy. Recent projects include a large waterfront development in Shanghai, China, Seaport San Diego redevelopment, several multifamily projects in Calgary and Vancouver, along with other notable hospitality, entertainment, and mixed-use collaborations in the Western US and Canada.

Throughout his career in real estate, David has demonstrated the ability to conceptualize and implement unique solutions for each site he has encountered. No two projects are the same. Each place, whether it be primarily retail, entertainment, office, or multi-family, draws its inspiration from the site’s context and history, and is therefore fully integrated into its surroundings. This approach has resulted in places that produce long-term value for the community as well as ownership. In 2011, David and Pete Garcia formed I.D.E.A. Partners to lead the development of the I.D.E.A. District (Innovation + Design + Education + Arts) in downtown San Diego. This transformative initiative, located on 35 city blocks in the Upper East Village, aims to create a vibrant, sustainable mixed-use neighborhood that will generate thousands of high-paying design and technology jobs in the next 10 years. David has also led the development of signature projects including The New Amsterdam Theater, NYC; Disney Ice, Anaheim, CA; Hollywood and Highland, Hollywood, CA; and Paseo Colorado, Pasadena, CA

Tiffany English is Principal, San Diego Office for Ware Malcomb. Ware Malcomb is an award-winning international design firm, providing planning, architecture, interior design, graphic design and civil engineering services for commercial and corporate clients worldwide. Established in 1972, the firm has 22 offices throughout the United States and in Canada, Panama and Mexico. Tiffany has more than 21 years of industry experience. Tiffany has won various industry awards, most recently, Southern California’s Most Powerful Women in Commercial Real Estate by Real Estate Forum in 2017, Connected Women of Influence “Women’s Advocate of the Year” in 2015, CREW San Diego Chapter’s Most Deals Done in 2011 and Networker of the Year in 2010, CREW Connections’ Most Deals Done in 2009, and was the recipient of YWCA San Diego County TWIN Award in 2008. Tiffany was recognized on the Engineering News Record (ENR) 20 Under 40 listing in 2011, and was also a finalist for the San Diego Business Journal’s Women Who Mean Business Award in 2013, 2011 and 2009. In addition, she has authored numerous industry articles published in trade and business journals.Tiffany is an exceptional leader, focused on the success of her clients, colleagues, and team. She is well known for her drive, enthusiasm, creativity, knowledge, and commitment inspire and empower all of those that know her. Tiffany demonstrates the importance of building and nurturing relationships, and is generous with her time in helping others succeed. She is a dedicated leader, wife, mother of two, and individual that possesses an attitude of excellence in all areas of her life.

Carlos Crabtree is a project executive for DPR Construction, one of the nation’s leading technical builders. He brings to the table more than 20 years of construction experience on a wide range of challenging projects. His background and proven expertise include project evaluation, contract negotiation, budgeting and financial management, scheduling, team building, implementation of virtual design and construction (VDC) in construction projects, and strategic planning. A key team member on multiple complex and high-profile projects, Crabtree recently served as project executive on the San Diego County Sheriff’s Crime Laboratory, the Illumina P2A Parking Structure and Visitor Center, and the fast-tracked Gilead B800 Lab and Office buildout. He is currently working on the Scripps Encinitas Medical Office Building and the Conrad Performing Arts Center for the La Jolla Music Society. A DBIA-certified and USGBC LEED® 2.0-accredited professional, Crabtree received a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Purdue University and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the Monterrey Institute of Technology in Monterrey, Mexico. He is a member of the International Society of Pharmaceutical Engineers (ISPE), San Diego Chapter, American Society of Healthcare Engineers (ASHE), and a member of the American Concrete Institute. For more information about DPR Construction, please visit www.dpr.com.

As Managing Partner of Steinberg Hart’s Los Angeles office and leader of the firm’s Mixed-Use practice, Simon Ha has nearly two decades of experience in the planning, design and construction of large-scale award-winning mixed-use, hospitality, and multi-family projects in the City of Los Angeles and beyond. With an education in urban housing development from Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design, Simon leverages his knowledge of functional design, placemaking, and the development process to yield the highest value for his clients while achieving the goals of the city, community and the urban environment. Prior to joining Steinberg Hart, he was the Managing Partner at TSK-LA and a Principal at TCA Architects. Simon is an engaged community leader in Downtown LA. He is active on various boards and committees, including the AIA National Housing Knowledge Community, Central City Association, Downtown Center Business Improvement District, Skid Row Housing Trust, and City of LA’s Zoning Advisory Committee.