Blaik Ritchie has joined Nelson Worldwide as vice president and mixed-use business leader in Dallas.
“Blaik’s extensive experience in business development, research, client engagement, and studio leadership will support continued growth for the firm,” said Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Nelson Worldwide, John (Ozzie) Nelson Jr. “We are confident that Blaik will support teams and deliver exceptional value to clients through all phases of a project.”
Ritchie brings over 30 years of experience to his new role. At Nelson, he will work on the operational side of the mixed-use practice. Some of these activities include supporting and assisting various Nelson offices in helping streamline mixed-use project management and planning. Additionally, he will work across different market sectors, including retail, hospitality, residential, and workplace, to position the teams nationwide.
“Over the years, I’ve worked across four different continents. Through this experience, I’ve acquired a deeper understanding of how to approach architecture and design from a global perspective,” Ritchie said. “I am excited to join the firm’s team of experts and come together with like-minded designers to drive continued growth within the mixed-use sector.”
To date, Ritchie has produced projects throughout the United States as well as Africa, Europe, and South America. His work has been recognized with design awards from the AIA and the IIDA for architecture and interior design projects.
