Professional Experience
Gensler Morristown NJ & New York, NY
Senior Associate / Project Architect 2004 – Present
Project Architect leading and managing multidisciplinary teams of architects, designers and engineers for the programming, design, documentation and construction of complex educational facilities. Provided thought leadership for local and regional business development, national practice area strategy and ongoing marketing and publications. Selected projects include:
 Crown Heights Charter High School, Brooklyn NY
 St. Philip’s Academy, Newark NJ
 Wilson + Dudley Elementary Schools, Camden NJ
 PNC Branch Banks, Multiple locations in NJ + PA
 Fette Ford Dealership, Clifton NJ
Taylor Fierce LLC Los Angeles, CA
Senior Associate / Project Architect 2003-2004
Assisted in opening new architecture firm. Led business development efforts, new client development and contract negotiations. Project architect managing programming, design development and construction documents for new projects. Selected projects include:
 Oscar De La Hoya Animo High School, Los Angeles, CA
Fields Devereaux Architects & Engineers Los Angeles, CA
Project Architect 2000-2003
Project Architect designing and managing multiple new building and renovation projects from concept design through construction.
Selected Projects
 Oak Park High School Activity Center, Oak Park CA
 Compton USD, Multiple Renovation Projects, Compton CA
 Torrance USD, Multiple Renovation Projects, Torrance CA
 Kenter Canyon Elementary School Library, Los Angeles CA
 California State University Channel Islands, Administration Building, Camarillo CA
The Bilow Group Ridgefield Park, NJ
Job Captain 1997-1999
Licensure / Accreditations
Registered Architect California, New Jersey & Pennsylvania
Construction Specifiers Institute: Certified Document Technologist
US Green Building Council: LEED Accredited Professional
Education
Syracuse University Bachelor of Architecture
Majored in Architecture & Political Science 1992-1997
Organizations
St. Philip’s Academy, Board of Trustees
KIPP Academy of Opportunity, Board of Directors
Teach For America, Regional Board of Directors LA
LA Edupreneurs, Member
Awards
Architecture For Humanity Classroom Competition: The Blurred Classroom Project – Finalist & Exhibitor
St. Philip’s Academy Project – AIA NJ Silver Medal, SARA Award, Smart Growth Award
ENYA Southpoint Competition - Exhibitor
Selected Speaking Engagements
Ralph Walker developed and delivered the following presentations:
PSEG Community Outreach 2008
Energy Efficiency Workshops: LEED Design for Community Buildings Event
NJ Charter School Association Annual Conference, 2008
Sustainable Design Opportunities for Charter Schools Event
Building Success, 2009
Keynote: The Future of Education: Perspectives from the Practice Event
Columbia University Ed Lab Seminar, 2009
Moving towards Learning Environments: The blurred classroom Event
Interface Tribal Gathering: The Future of Education, 2009
Moving towards Learning Environments: The blurred classroom Event
Selected Web & Print Features
Ralph Walker was interviewed for or featured in the following the following features:
After Ed TV Website
School ReDesign: Episode 3 – Future Leaders Institute and Gensler team up to redefine the classroom
http://aftered.tv/index.php?q=node/351
Gensler Website
Features: Social Studies – Architecture For Humanity Classroom Competition
http://www.gensler.com/#viewpoint/features/29
Gensler Website
Features: Ahead of its Class – St. Philip’s Academy
http://www.gensler.com/#viewpoint/features/12
Edutopia Magazine & Website
Features: Greening the Past – St. Philip’s Academy
http://www.edutopia.org/green-school-retrofit
Metropolis Magazine & Website
Features: Golden Ticket – St. Philip’s Academy
http://www.metropolismag.com/story/20080220/golden-ticket
Complete project list and references available upon request.
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