PHOENIX, Ariz. (June 9, 2026) – CCBG Architects is pleased to announce a series of leadership promotions, elevating team members across the firm in recognition of their expertise, dedication, and contributions to the company’s continued growth.
The firm has promoted four Associates to Principals, five Project Managers to Associates, and one Project Manager to Interior Director/Project Manager. The new Principals are Marty Ball, NCARB; Darrold Davis, AIA; Mark Phillips, AIA; and Rick Serrano, NCARB.
CCBG Architects also announces five new Associates: Gonzalo Pina, Adam Kenton, Karty Halldorson, Mike Jablonski, and Matt Irvine. Hanna Bresee has been promoted to Interior Director/Project Manager.
Darrold Davis, AIA, promoted to Principal, oversees the CCBG Architects San Diego office.
“These promotions reflect the depth of talent, commitment, and leadership across our firm,” said Paul Ladensack, AIA, NCARB, CCBG Partner | Principal. “Each of these individuals has made meaningful contributions to our clients, our culture, and the communities we serve. We’re proud to recognize their achievements and excited to see how they will continue to shape the future of CCBG Architects.”
Ball is a Studio Team Leader, known for his thoughtful approach to design and preservation. Since earning his Master of Architecture from Arizona State University in 1993, Ball has contributed to a wide range of projects across the Western U.S., including hillside residences, church campus master plans, and large-scale multi-family housing developments.
A registered architect in Arizona with an NCARB certificate, Ball brings deep expertise in adaptive reuse and historic preservation.
Davis is a Studio Team Leader, overseeing the firm’s San Diego studio. Since joining CCBG in 1999, Davis has brought decades of architectural expertise and community leadership to the team. A graduate of ASU and a registered architect in both Arizona and California since 1988, he is also a proud member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA).
Phillips is a registered architect in Arizona and an ASU graduate, with more than two decades of experience at CCBG. Since joining the firm as an intern in 1997, Phillips has become a keystone member of the studio, officially named Associate in 2018.
He leads design and project management for a wide range of work, with a particular focus on church clients. Phillips also plays a key role in firm operations, supporting staffing, workload coordination, and I.T. management.
Serrano is a Studio Team Leader, specializing in multifamily and mixed-use developments. Since joining the firm in 2000, Serrano has led projects from concept through completion, managing production drawings, specifications, and full-team coordination.
Registered in Arizona since 1998 and NCARB certified, Serrano has built strong relationships with multifamily clients, particularly in urban infill and high-rise construction.
About CCBG Architects, Inc.
CCBG Architects, Inc., has been in continuous practice since 1956. Its portfolio includes multifamily, adaptive reuse, religious, urban infill, movie theatres, and various commercial project types. It has offices in Phoenix, Arizona, and San Diego, California. The firm is committed to the highest level of design and client satisfaction. It provides design, planning, construction administration and interior design services. CCBG has an atmosphere supportive of the pursuit of design excellence. As collaborative designers, CCBG architects strive for clear contributions to client success through a combination of service and innovative design solutions.
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