Niles Bolton Associates (NBA), a leading architecture, planning and design firm, announces leadership changes as a part of its ongoing commitment to future growth. Current Executive Vice President, Jeffrey Smith, AIA, has been named President and C. Cannon Reynolds, AIA, has been named Managing Director effective June 30, 2023. Smith and Reynolds share decades of preparation and a deep commitment to maintaining the client-driven service model that built Niles Bolton Associates’ reputation over the past 48 years.
Smith, an architect and graduate of the University of Notre Dame, has been at the firm for over 30 years and brings with him a wealth of expertise in architectural design and project management. Smith has served on the Board of Directors since 2017. Reynolds is an architect and graduate from the Georgia Institute of Technology who has been with the company since 2000. Reynolds was named Managing Director of NBA’s Atlanta architecture group in 2015 and has served on the Board of Directors since 2013.
Current President, Ray Kimsey, AIA, will assume the role of President Emeritus and continue to provide guidance and serve as an ambassador for the firm. Kimsey, a Yale University graduate, has played a pivotal role in the company’s success, contributing substantial industry knowledge and forging strong relationships with clients and industry partners.
Founder, G. Niles Bolton, AIA, will remain as Chairman of the Board. Bolton has been at the helm of Niles Bolton Associates since its inception in 1975, guiding the firm and establishing NBA as a prominent player in the architectural profession. As Chairman of the Board, Niles will continue to provide strategic direction, offer invaluable insights, and act as a mentor to the executive team.
"We are thrilled to announce these leadership changes at NBA," said Chairman Niles Bolton. "Jeff Smith's proven track record and passion for design make him the ideal choice to lead the company into the future. I have full confidence in his ability to drive innovation, strengthen our client relationships, and continue our legacy of excellence. Ray Kimsey's transition to President Emeritus is a testament to his contributions and dedication over the years, and we are grateful for his continued support and guidance. I am excited to work alongside Jeff, Cannon, and the entire executive team as we embark on this new chapter for our firm."
Niles Bolton Associates is committed to maintaining the highest standards of design quality, client service, and industry leadership. With these management changes, the company is poised to leverage its rich heritage and capitalize on emerging opportunities, reinforcing its position as a trusted partner for architecture, design, and planning solutions.
About Niles Bolton Associates
Niles Bolton Associates is a 150-person firm providing architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, and planning services. Founded in 1975, the firm has completed projects in 49 states and 16 countries and is currently the nation’s 46th leading architectural firm, and No. 1 for student housing, as ranked by Building Design+Construction magazine.
Related Stories
| Jul 16, 2014
Mergers and acquisitions of AE firms on track for strong year in 2014
Through the first six months of 2014, Morrissey Goodale tracked 101 sales of U.S.-based architecture and engineering firms, roughly the same amount as during the first six months of 2013.
| Jul 16, 2014
Ware Malcomb announces New Jersey office expansion
Architecture and design firm also honored for commercial real estate projects in New Jersey.
| Jul 16, 2014
Learning design fundamentals in the digital age – How to balance learning and technology
My colleague and I were once asked an insightful question by a Civil Engineering Professor that sparked an interesting conversation. He’d been told about our software by some of his students who had used it during their summer internship. SPONSORED CONTENT
| Jul 16, 2014
Check out this tree-like skyscraper concept for vertical farming
Aprilli Design Studio has stepped forward with a new idea for a vertical farm, which is intended to resemble a giant tree. It uses lightweight decks as outdoor growing space, adding up to about 25 acres of space.
| Jul 16, 2014
User input on aquatics center keeps students in the swim [2014 Building Team Awards]
Collaborative spirit abounds in the expansion and renovation of a high school pool facility in suburban Chicago.
| Jul 16, 2014
Nonresidential construction starts up 34% in June
Construction starts for nonresidential work saw a surge in June, rising more than a third compared with the previous month, according to Reed Construction Data.
| Jul 16, 2014
ASHRAE, IAQA team up to improve resources on indoor air quality
Indoor Air Quality Association will become part of the ASHRAE organization while maintaining its own brand and board; HQ will relocate to Atlanta.
| Jul 15, 2014
Michael Graves talks with Washington Post about new design eye from life in a wheelchair
Celebrated American architect Michael Graves sits with the Washington Post to talk about how being on a wheelchair changed the way he focuses on design.
| Jul 15, 2014
A look into the history of modular construction
Modular construction is more than a century old, and throughout its lifespan, the methods have been readapted to meet specific needs of different eras.
| Jul 15, 2014
AECOM to buy URS Corporation in $6 billion deal
Together, the firms will form a massive global giant with more than $19 billion in revenue and 95,000 employees in 150 countries.
