Board of Directors

With over three decades of professional experience in architecture and interior design, my portfolio encompasses a wide range of projects, from small and large-scale renovations to the development of new institutional, commercial, and custom residential structures. This background has afforded me opportunities to engage in numerous projects, including commercial office building design, custom homes, new constructions, prototype buildings, institutional facilities, renovations, and adaptive reuse initiatives. My residential expertise spans from minor renovation and alterations to the design and construction of some of the largest private residences in New Jersey. I have been involved in all phases of project development, including survey, investigation, programming, space planning, design, preparation of contract documents and specifications, and construction administration. Among completed projects are new senior living facilities in New Hope and Bethlehem, Pennsylvania; a 145,000 square foot, 126-unit assisted living addition to a nursing facility in Quakertown, Pennsylvania; a 220,000 square foot independent and assisted living facility in Hamilton Township, New Jersey; and various residential projects. My experience also extends to the adaptive reuse of the historic Vine Street School in Bridgeton, New Jersey, for the Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office; a 25,000 square foot operations center; a 32,000 square foot regional headquarters for the New Jersey Department of Transportation; the new Ronald McDonald House at St. Christopher's Hospital in Philadelphia; a new oncology center in Hammonton, New Jersey; a 25,000 square foot Center for Children and Families in Lumberton Township, New Jersey; adaptive reuse of an industrial building as offices for the Diocese of Camden Vicariate for Human Services; renovation of the church and rectory at Saint Vincent Pallotti Parish; renovations of the New Jersey State Museum's Natural History Hall and Planetarium; as well as several residential and historic preservation projects.

Marissa N. Berwick, AIA, NCARB (she/her) is an Associate & Project Architect for Collingswood, NJ based firm, Thriven Design. Throughout her ten years with the firm, she has played an integral role on projects ranging from PACE (adult day) centers to affordable housing and senior housing, across several states. Marissa is an emerging leader within the firm and is involved in multiple firm governance initiatives. She has long been a champion of good studio and firm culture, advocate for licensure candidates, and mentor for those both in and looking for a future in, the AEC industry.  

Marissa’s passion for building a solid foundation for the industry and its future started with her time at Drexel University, where she earned her Bachelor of Architecture from their 2+4 program, beginning full-time work after only two years of study. As a student, she got involved with the American Institute for Architecture Students (AIAS), which led to leadership positions within her chapter as well as nationally. Marissa also participated on multiple visiting teams with the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) to observe and evaluate other university's architecture programs and how they may fulfill their necessary obligations to maintain, or earn, an accredited degree status. These leadership engagements, and the work done during them, encouraged Marissa to continue pushing for a more equitable, diverse, and forward-thinking culture in the profession, beyond her years in college.   

In addition to her degree from Drexel University and her experience at Thriven Design, Marissa is an American Institute of Architects member, holds an NCARB Certificate, is an AXP Supervisor, and an Architect Licensing Advisor. In her free time, she enjoys reading, traveling, gaming, crafting, and spending time with friends & family.  

Lauren has a long history of advocacy with the American Institute of Technology.  In 2015, she served as the inaugural NJIT AIAS Liaison to AIA New Jersey’s Emerging Professionals Community (EPiC) currently celebrating its 10^th anniversary in its support for those new to our industry.  As the 2022 and 2023 AIA-NJ COTE Committee Chair, Lauren was the organizer of the annual East Coast Green Conference bringing international speakers to the stage to discuss solutions to our climate crisis. Lauren was the 2020-2022 National Associates Director bringing the voice of New Jersey Associates to AIA National Associates Committee (NAC).  Lauren was fortunate to lead the NAC as the 2024 Vice and 2025 Chair creating the popular guerilla marketing campaign bringing awareness to the ducklings of the organization and their need of recognition and support as the cost of education and the barriers to licensure become a heavier burden for people who want to join the architecture field.  Lauren continues to represent NJ, its current needs and its hopes and direction for the future, as the 2026-2028 New Jersey Strategic Councilor.

Lauren is the US North Central and South Region Digital Delivery Lead for Stantec.  Lauren serves as the region’s dedicated technology partner, defining the requirements and uses of Lauren has experience in the K-12, Higher Education, Healthcare, and Workplace disciplines which gives her a perspective in the specific needs of each project type. She continues to serve as the BIM Manager on projects, where Stantec is paving the way for advanced BIM and VDC workflows.  Lauren graduated with honors from the New Jersey Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Architecture degree and a minor in Environmental and Sustainable Studies. Lauren’s research in Soft Robotics and Emerging Architectural Materials appeared in Architectural Digest, January 2016 issue. 

John J. Glaviano has been a licensed Architect in New Jersey since October 2004, and has been a Board Member of the West Jersey Section of AIA since November 2004. During the last 20 years, he has served on the AIA West Jersey Board in every capacity, beginning as Treasurer and culminating as Section President in 2009. During that time, he also served as the AIA West Jersey Representative to AIA-NJ. Upon completion of his term as Past President in 2010, he has remained on the board as a Trustee and Advisor for the last fourteen years and will once again join the West Jersey Board as the Section Secretary in 2026.

As a licensed architect, he believes there is an obligation to foster change by empowering others through leadership and providing opportunities for architects to expand their knowledge. He has worked hard in private practice and as an AIA-WJ Board Member to provide leadership to advance architectural practice, enhance the impact architects have on our communities, and by mentoring students and young staff members to expand the architectural community in our region.

Megan Zeigler serves as a Client Representative and Project Manager at Remington & Vernick Engineers in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, an Ardurra company. She has over 10 years of experience managing vertical building projects from initial design through construction, with a focus on K-12 educational and municipal facilities. Megan regularly coordinates multidisciplinary teams including site and utility engineering, architecture, structural engineering, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design. Her experience also includes roadway and parking lot design, giving her a comprehensive understanding of both building and site development.

She holds a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from Temple University, an Associate’s Degree in Engineering Science from Rowan College of South Jersey, and a Master of Civil Engineering from Rowan University. Megan recently passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and plans to sit for the Professional Engineer (PE) exam in the spring. Following PE licensure, she intends to pursue architectural licensure.

Mike Rosado, AIA Associate, is a designer at Thriven Design (formerly Kitchen & Associates) with six years of professional experience contributing to residential and community-focused work. His project experience includes historic and affordable housing, market-rate housing, mixed-use, daycare, and some commercial developments. As an emerging professional pursuing licensure, he is committed to continually strengthening both his technical knowledge and design approach through hands-on project experience. Mike has been actively involved with AIA West Jersey for the past five years, serving as Treasurer, EPiC (Emerging Professionals Committee) Section Director, and currently holds the position of State/Territory Associate Representative (STAR), representing associate members across New Jersey at the state level. Through these roles, he supports professional development initiatives and advocates for emerging professionals and associates within the broader architectural community.

Mark Barone, AIA, is the Principal of Mark Barone Architect, located in Haddonfield, New Jersey. The firm offers architectural services and consultation for residential and light commercial projects. He is a licensed Architect in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York.

As an active member of the American Institute of Architects since 2013, Mark looks forward to continuing to expand the AIA West Jersey Chapter’s involvement in community service projects and recruiting the next wave of AIA West Jersey leaders.

Mark enjoys creating, teaching and working with Camden’s youth as a volunteer boat builder at Urban Boatworks.

Rebecca Ruppert, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, is a Senior Architect at Burns & McDonnell, where she serves as lead architect on complex EPC projects in the food and beverage market sector. She is deeply committed to advancing equitable and accessible pathways to architectural licensure and has served as a volunteer and licensing advisor with NCARB since 2021. Rebecca holds a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Southern California and has been an active AIA member for many years, joining the AIA West Jersey Chapter in 2025 after previously serving with AIA Philadelphia.

Robert W. O'Reilly a licensed Architect in the State of New Jersey with over 40 years of experience in Architectural Design, Sustainable Design, Project Management, and Construction Administration by working with various design and construction firms across New Jersey. Not long after acquiring his New Jersey license as an architect, he transitioned his talents into the construction management arena by fulfilling a Senior Project Management role at Wu & Associates, Inc. while cofounding Arch Design Architects, where he served as Principal for 15 years. He is also an FAA Certified Drone Pilot and has produced aerial photography on various new construction and rehabilitation projects. He is currently owner and principal of Robert W. O’Reilly Architect, LLC.

Robert has served as AIA West Jersey Secretary, Vice President, President Elect, 2012 President, Past President, and Trustee. He serves as West Jersey liaison on the AIA-NJ L&GA Committee (Legislation & Government Affairs Committee). He has served in the past on the AIA-NJ COTE Committee and AIA National Best Practices Committee.

In Robert's spare time he is involved with his church, volunteering his time to Community Service. He is also a competitive fencer.