Wold Architects & Engineers Promotes Four to Associates Leadership Team

New leadership bench to push innovation and growth across education and government practices

Denver, Colo./Minneapolis, Minn. — Wold Architects & Engineers, a full-service planning, architecture and engineering firm specializing in education, government, healthcare and senior living design, today announced the promotions of Bryan Hicks, Ellis Joyner, Cody Knoblock and Dylan Sullivan to the practice’s Associates leadership team. Sullivan is based in the company’s Minneapolis, Minn. office, and Hicks, Knoblock and Joyner in the Denver, Colo. office. 

“Bryan, Ellis, Cody and Dylan have each proven themselves as critical members of our firm, and we’re confident their effect on our leadership team will only push Wold’s work to ever-higher standards. Growing our leadership team in Colorado especially allows us to better serve clients throughout the region,” said CEO Vaughn Dierks, AIA, LEED AP. “The skill and passion this group brings to every project to continue creating lasting impact for the communities we serve. As new leaders, we know they will only continue to grow in their influence and innovative practice across Colorado, Minnesota and beyond.” 

Since joining Wold in 2020, Hicks has worked across the firm’s education and government specialties to develop a unique cross-functional perspective. No matter the project, he has a passion for human-centered design that enhances a sense of place and encourages community for occupants. As both an architect and a project manager, he is driven to exceed client needs through collaboration and durable, strategic design. He earned his bachelor’s in architecture from Miami University and his master’s in architecture from the University of Michigan. 

Joyner’s wide-ranging project experience, from airport and school renovations to residential construction and food services, has sharpened his ability to drive innovation on Wold’s in-house engineering team. His leadership on our in-house engineering team creates a seamless, collaborative experience for our clients that enhances accuracy, increases efficiency and accelerates timelines. His attention to detail delivers successful projects on time and to the highest standards. He earned his bachelor’s in electrical engineering from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. 

With 20 years of experience, Knoblock leverages his expertise in architecture, project management and construction administration to service clients. His broad expertise has cultivated a deep understanding of every step of the design and construction phases that allows him to translate ideas from construction documents into quality craftsmanship in every completed project. He is especially skilled in guiding clients in sustainable systems and material selection that promotes a green approach to facility improvements. He graduated from Norwich University with a bachelor’s in architectural studies. 

Sullivan is an education project manager fueled by collaboration that empowers clients to contribute to meaningful design solutions. His solutions-oriented approach has facilitated the successful delivery of projects ranging from new builds to complex additions and renovations, all intentionally designed to elevate the user experience in the built environment. He earned his bachelor’s degree in architecture from North Dakota State University. 

About Wold Architects & Engineers 

Wold Architects and Engineers is a full-service planning, architecture and engineering firm with local offices in Minnesota, Colorado, Illinois and Tennessee. As a dynamic, growth-oriented company, Wold is committed to delivering exceptional results for the communities it serves. Wold ranks 25th nationally in Building Design + Construction’s2025 Giants 400 Report for Top 100 Architecture Engineering Firms. To learn more, please visit woldae.com.