PHOENIX, Ariz. (August 21, 2026) – Knipp Commercial recently reached a significant milestone, surpassing 100 completed school improvement projects across 50 educational campuses throughout the West and Southwest.

This achievement reflects more than a decade of helping schools create safer, more functional and modern learning environments for students and educators.

With more than $14 million in completed and ongoing work this year alone, Knipp Commercial continues to expand its portfolio of faith-based, parish and private school renovations across Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, Texas, and Washington.  Knipp is currently working on a $7 million, 17,000 SF new build for another school.

Since 2013, the company has delivered a wide range of capital improvement projects, from campus security upgrades and HVAC modernizations to classroom renovations, restroom improvements, ground-up construction, and playground enhancements.

Many of the schools served by Knipp Commercial are long-standing institutions that have not undergone major renovations in decades. Through careful planning, specialized construction expertise and close collaboration with school leadership, the company helps campuses address critical infrastructure needs while creating spaces that better support learning and student engagement.

“Reaching 100 school projects is an incredible milestone for our team because every project represents a school community that has invested in creating a better environment for its students,” said Knipp Commercial Principal Wendy Knipp. “Whether we’re renovating classrooms, upgrading security systems, modernizing restrooms or building new playground spaces, our goal is always the same: to provide safe, welcoming and functional facilities where students can learn and thrive. We are honored to play a role in helping these schools serve future generations.”

The 2026 project portfolio showcases a wide variety of specialized construction scopes across six major local and regional markets: Phoenix – St. Theresa and St. Matthew; Seattle – Our Lady of Guadalupe; Denver – Annunciation Catholic School; Houston – St. Christopher, St. Mary of the Purification, and Our Lady of Guadalupe; and Las Vegas – St. Viator; and Los Angeles – St. Odilia.

“Many of these schools have been serving their communities for decades, and some have not seen significant facility improvements since they were originally built,” Knipp said. “Seeing students and teachers return to a transformed campus at the start of the school year is one of the most rewarding parts of what we do. It reminds us that construction is ultimately about creating spaces that positively impact people every day.”

Looking ahead, Knipp Commercial is building on this momentum to meet growing regional demand for institutional capital improvement projects, commercial retrofits and campus security modernizations.

“This milestone reflects the trust that schools across the region have placed in our team,” said Knipp Commercial Director of Construction Ken Mione. “Every campus has unique needs, and we approach each project with a commitment to quality, collaboration and long-term value.

“From critical infrastructure upgrades to improvements that enhance the daily student experience, our focus is on delivering solutions that strengthen each school’s ability to serve its community for years to come,” Mione said.”

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (Aug. 21, 2026) — LaunchPM, a Scottsdale-based commercial project management firm, hires Sean Conry to fill the new position of principal. Company Founder, CEO and Principal, Beth Scarano taps Conry to join her in continuing the company’s increase of national clients and expansion serving new industries.

Conry has spent 30 years in commercial construction. He earned a Bachelor of Science in construction management at Northern Arizona University and began his career in project management. He spent nearly a decade with CBRE, where he rose to Senior Managing Director, overseeing a team of 50 direct reports and providing oversight for $250 million in projects throughout Arizona and California. Prior to joining LaunchPM, Conry spent more than three years as vice president at RAM Construction. He spearheaded the Southern California company’s expansion into Arizona, growing the business to more than $40 million in revenue in the first 3 years of operation in the market.

“Sean’s combined experience in construction management, business development and his work with the commercial brokerage community is a great addition to our team,” states Scarano. “As a principal, he will be instrumental in developing and implementing new business relationships and managing revenue growth.”

LaunchPM provides owner representation for commercial construction projects ranging from ground-up builds to tenant improvements. The company’s portfolio includes clients in a wide variety of market sectors including healthcare, office, education, industrial and nonprofit.

LaunchPM is headquartered in Scottsdale and manages commercial construction projects for clients throughout the U.S. To learn more about LaunchPM and its services, visit launch-pm.com.

PHOENIX, Ariz. (August 21, 2026) – CCBG Architects is pleased to announce the addition of Itzel Sanchez as Project Manager, further strengthening the firm’s commitment to delivering exceptional architectural and planning services to clients throughout the Southwest.

Originally from Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico, Sanchez earned her degree from the University of Sonora in 2019 and brings a strong technical background and collaborative approach to her new role.

As Project Manager, Sanchez will assist and collaborate with project architects to help ensure the success of the firm’s projects. Her responsibilities include coordinating with consultants, preparing and submitting documents to city and county agencies, following up on new and active projects, and developing construction documents in compliance with applicable code requirements.

“We are excited to welcome Itzel to the CCBG team,” said Paul Ladensack, Partner | Principal at CCBG Architects. “Her technical expertise, enthusiasm for learning, and commitment to collaboration make her a valuable addition to our firm. As we continue to grow and serve an expanding client base, Itzel’s ability to coordinate complex project requirements and support our project teams will help us continue delivering outstanding results.”

Sanchez said she was drawn to the opportunity to contribute to a firm known for its collaborative culture and diverse project portfolio.

“Joining CCBG is an exciting opportunity to continue growing professionally while working alongside talented architects and designers,” Sanchez said. “I look forward to supporting our project teams, building strong relationships with clients and consultants, and contributing to projects that positively impact the communities we serve.”

Outside of work, Sanchez enjoys spending time outdoors hiking and exercising, searching for the best pizza wherever she goes, attending movies, watching anime, and going to concerts.

One of the personal accomplishments she is most proud of is making the decision to leave her hometown and pursue new opportunities.

“That decision put me on a path that allowed me to grow both personally and professionally,” Sanchez said. “This transition required courage and independence, and each step has taught me valuable lessons that continue to shape who I am.”