(DIG) is proud to announce that its founding principals – President Vincent Myers, CEO Jeffrey Venezia and COO Richard Alderiso – have been recognized by NJBIZ on the business publication’s prestigious 2024 Commercial Real Estate Power List.
Notably, here is what the publication had to say about the Myers-Venezia-Alderiso leadership trio:
Formed in 2006 as a merger of four competing architectural firms, DIGroup Architecture is the largest majority Black-owned architectural, interior and graphic design firm in New Jersey. As individuals, principals and co-founders of DIG, Myers (president), Venezia (chief executive officer) and Alderiso (chief operating officer) have created a unique firm based on the premise of collaboration, consensus building and creating equity for all through physical space.
Headquartered in New Brunswick, DIG delivers award-winning assignments for clients across the academic, civic, health care and senior living spaces – all while giving back to the neighborhoods in which its projects are located.
Myers, Venezia and Alderiso have been instrumental in spearheading the expansion of DIG’s extensive portfolio. That includes being appointed by the Union County Improvement Authority to develop a centralized hub for social services and administration, an emergency department observation unit at Hackensack Meridian Health’s Jersey Shore University Medical Center, an interior medical building fit out at Hackensack Meridian Health’s JFK University Medical Center, restoration of the historic Louis Kahn bath house in Ewing and reimagining 20,000 square feet of senior living spaces at the Lester Senior Living campus in Whippany. The firm is also continuing its work with the New Jersey Schools Development Authority.
As co-founders and keepers of DIG’s guiding tenets, Myers, Venezia and Alderiso have consistently focused on designs that build communities, strengthen neighborhoods and foster a positive impact on daily life for all. Their leadership has cemented DIG’s reputation as an influential force in the architectural, interior and environmental graphic design industry, making the NJBIZ Power List honor a fitting acknowledgment of their work and dedication to transforming the built environment.
DIGroupArchitecture is an award-winning, mid-sized architecture, interior design and graphic design firm with studios specializing in various areas of concentration: education, healthcare, senior housing and community-civic. A minority-owned business with a philosophy that everyone deserves great architecture, DIG is currently staffed with approximately 30 professionals and looking to expand our team and to fill the Architect III/Architectural Staff III position.
Desired Qualifications
Compensation & Benefits
Interested candidates please send your cover letter, resume and portfolio to: [email protected].
At DIG, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.Architect III
Barbara graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnical Institute’s Architecture program. She has spent over a decade in marketing, where her understanding of architecture uniquely enhances her ability to inform the firm’s proposal development and marketing communication strategies and to position the firm as an industry leader. Barbara leverages the team’s knowledge and expertise into compelling content that reinforces brand identity and builds recognition among our clients and peers.
She handles the rigors of her role with determination and adapts quickly to challenges, which stems from an adventurous spirit. When not fine-tuning workflow efficiencies, Barbara is out and about with her family enjoying the outdoors; from ski slopes to local trails to playgrounds to CrossFit.
Emily graduated with a Business Degree from TCNJ and has worked in the Accounting and Finance departments for software, manufacturing and construction companies. Her professional strengths in accounts receivable, process improvement and account analysis are well suited for the complex nature of architectural project billing.
Emily loves to bake, but don’t ask her to make dinner – cooking is not her forte! Her husband is the family chef, and their two young daughters love to “help” in the kitchen. Some of Emily’s favorite things to do include riding bikes with her older daughter Layla, reading with her younger daughter Evelyn, going out to dinner with her husband and friends, and drinking a cup of coffee in peace and quiet.
Chris A’Hearn comes to DIG with over 20 years of experience in corporate financial management across several industries. Along with a BS in Accounting from Rutgers University’s School of Business and an MBA from Monmouth University, Chris has a keen interest in sustainable building solutions and earned the LEED AP Certification. With his experience in engineering and commercial construction, Chris helps DIG to achieve its financial growth initiatives. He brings his passion for sustainable construction and design to the firm as well as contributing his financial expertise to the DIG team focusing on future success.
Away from the office, Chris and his wife, Anne, stay busy with 2 children. Emily studies at Bucknell University and is interested in life sciences. Andy is a gifted and talented student as well as a competitive YMCA swimmer.
DIGroupArchitecture is an award-winning, mid-sized architecture, interior design and graphic design firm with studios specializing in various areas of concentration: education, healthcare, senior housing and community-civic. A minority-owned business with a philosophy that everyone deserves great architecture, DIG is currently staffed with approximately 30 professionals and looking to expand our team and to fill the Architect I/Architectural Staff I position.
Desired Qualifications
Compensation & Benefits
Interested candidates please send your cover letter, resume and portfolio to: [email protected].
At DIG, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
