Who We Are
Courage is Fear
It would be misleading for us, as the founders of Triple C – The A&E Group, to write a success story that boasts of “our” great achievements. Our small business is not, and never will be, about the two of us. Though we have had the privilege of starting Triple C – The A&E Group, it will easily outlive us. In order to emphasize the point that many factors and characters have played key roles in Triple C’s success, the title of our story, “Courage Is Fear,” is intentionally tweaked. The full title reveals the truth about the source of our courage, which, unlik...
Read MoreIt would be misleading for us, as the founders of Triple C – The A&E Group, to write a success story that boasts of “our” great achievements. Our small business is not, and never will be, about the two of us. Though we have had the privilege of starting Triple C – The A&E Group, it will easily outlive us. In order to emphasize the point that many factors and characters have played key roles in Triple C’s success, the title of our story, “Courage Is Fear,” is intentionally tweaked. The full title reveals the truth about the source of our courage, which, unlike us, is worth boasting about: “Courage is fear . . . that has said its prayers” (silent film star, Dorothy Bernard). That daily exchange of fear for courage has been the first ingredient in our recipe for success.
The second ingredient in our recipe for success has been the purposes that have driven us to persist. We are purposed to be a small business that, like many others that have gone before us, exemplifies priorities founded upon principles. One such value-based priority is a phrase that inspires us to work ever harder in order to serve our fellow veterans who have served our nation. . . “to care for him who shall have borne the battle” (President Abraham Lincoln).
Triple C is also engaged in helping to fulfill George Washington’s wish, as expressed to his troops as he bade them an emotional farewell at the end of the Revolutionary War, “I most devoutly wish that your latter days may be as prosperous and happy as your former ones have been glorious and honorable.” Whether it’s designing for the VA a Rehabilitation & Prosthetics Center or a Gait Lab for research and development, or providing Environmental Health and Safety services for the DoD, or any of its other opportunities to serve Veterans, Triple C – The A&E Group aims to make the latter days of our noble Veterans as prosperous and happy as their former ones have been glorious and honorable.
Only priorities grounded in values are able to sustain the endurance that it takes to succeed. Armed with value-driven priorities and prayerful courage, Triple C is successfully contributing to the mission of its diverse Clients.
David & Michele Potter, Founders
Our Ongoing Purpose
- Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned: Purposed to employ Vets and “to care for him who shall have borne the battle."
- Triple C’s Due Diligence: To have a thorough understanding from the Client’s eyes and a mutually developed team approach.
- Triple C’s Mission: To be the Client’s solution.
- Triple C’s Priority: Full and open communication to ensure complete adherence to all Client standards.
- Triple C’s Commitment: To remain responsive throughout the construction stage.
- Triple C’s Code of Conduct: Ever an ethical, diligent, and grateful servant.
Our Team
David Potter, PE, PLS
President
The President of Triple C has experience that runs the gamut from designing local, county, and state roadways and interstate freeways (one scenic roadway, in an environmentally sensitive area, won the 1992 Award of Merit in the Federal Highway Administration Biennial Awards Program for Design) to designing Veterans Administration facilities and Housing & Urban Development projects; from designing site civil on a Social Security Administration facility to designing commercial and residential projects (with all the attendant entitlements involved in each of the planning, design, and inspection stages); from serving as an Assistant City Engineer to Regional Manager for several large corporations to President of Triple C. It is perhaps in this capacity, as President of Triple C, that the culmination of such diverse experience is brought to bear in the actualization of the motto that he took great pains to write for the continual guidance of his Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned & HUBZone small business: “Our reasonable service – to provide you with exemplary service.”
Education:
MBA, University of Phoenix, 1990
BSCE, Oregon State University, 1980
Professional Registrations:
Civil Engineer:
Arizona
California
Colorado
Montana
Nevada
Wyoming
New Mexico
Professional Land Surveyor:
California
Oregon
Mathew Perkins, AIA, NCARB, PMP, LEED AP BD+C
Vice President/Architect/Senior Project Manager
Learn MoreMathew Perkins, AIA, NCARB, PMP, LEED AP BD+C
Vice President/Architect/Senior Project Manager
At the “top of his class” when it comes to exuberance for architecture, knowledge, and productivity, Mr. Perkins has worked as a Project Manager, a Designer, and an Architect for countless Federal projects, including projects for the NPS, VA, DoD, DOE, USACE, and DHS. With his enjoyment of interfacing with clients/users and with his passion to be a problem solver, his ability to build strong, productive relationships has resulted in successful, award-winning projects that are sustainably designed.
Education:
Bachelor of Arts, Architecture
University of Arizona, 1998
Professional Registrations:
Architect, AZ, FL, NM, MD
National Council of Architectural
Registration Board
Project Management Professional
US National Registration No. 1557067
LEED AP Building Design + Construction
Professional Affiliations:
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
Member, 2003-Present
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Member, 2012-Present
Kevin Luke, PE
Engineering Group Leader/Asst. Project Manager
Mr. Luke, who serves as a Mechanical Engineer and the Engineering Department Quality Manager for Triple C, brings an indomitable spirit of innovation, fascination, and mechanical genius to every project that he tackles. Prior to joining Triple C, Mr. Luke accrued ten years of experience as a Project Engineer and Principal Investigator, performing research and development grants for the United States Department of Agriculture and the National Science Foundation through the Small Business Innovation Research program. In that capacity, he was responsible for the research, development, and field testing of novel solar and wind power equipment.
In his role within the Triple C family, Mr. Luke specializes in mechanical, electrical, and technological designs for VA medical facilities. Representative experience includes the following: central plant and infrastructure improvements, photovoltaic systems, a campus-wide emergency call box network, and control systems for domestic water distribution. Mr. Luke’s work on central plant and infrastructure improvements incorporates LIDAR with site surveys on as-built existing structures and mechanical systems in order to increase utility capacity and efficiency for existing facilities. Purposed to provide best value to the project owner, he develops integrated BIM models for mechanical systems.
Education:
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming, 2005
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics, University of Wyoming, 2005
Professional Registrations:
Professional Engineer, Wyoming
Kelly Struble
Civil Design Manager
Prior to joining Triple C, Mr. Kelly Struble spent 15 years in the Las Vegas, Nevada, private development sector holding such positions as Project Manager and Lead Designer. Mr. Struble has years of experience in the role of firm liaison purposed to accomplish the effective and productive inter-working of clients and municipal entities, while overseeing projects, budgets, employees, and quality assurance. For example, his experience includes the successful coordination of plan approval spanning 10 different jurisdictions across multiple states. Mr. Struble has also enjoyed working in the role of Hydrology Technician, providing hydrologic studies and hydraulic analyses for many projects.
Adept at AutoCAD, Mr. Struble is known for having implemented design standards that have effectively reduced costs by streamlining production standards. As a result of his experience and expertise in AutoCAD civil design, he had the privilege of conducting a seminar in Mexico City, Mexico, on the strategies and processes of “American Civil Design.”
Education:
Community College of Southern Nevada; Las Vegas, NV General Studies, A.S. Degree 2001
Proficiencies:
AutoCAD
Civil 3D
HEC-1
HEC-Ras
Flowmaster
WSPG
WaterCAD
MS Project
Nicole Blanchard
Assistant Quality Manager/Interior Design Department Quality Manager/Interior Designer
Learn MoreNicole Blanchard
Assistant Quality Manager/Interior Design Department Quality Manager/Interior Designer
Ms. Blanchard has been responsible for planning, designing, and specifications and coordination support for over 10 years. She is experienced in the federal, healthcare, civic and higher education markets. During her years in the industry, Ms. Blanchard has designed furniture solutions, planned spatial layouts for systems and furniture, created specifications, and tailored and monitored the budgeting process. She has both led and assisted project teams by utilizing her drafting skills, creating three-dimensional drawings to enhance the owner’s understanding, generating material specifications, and designing concept boards for presentations. Ms. Blanchard enjoys the problem-solving aspect of design as it motivates and challenges her to create spaces that are highly functioning and aesthetically pleasing for involved end-users.
Education:
Southwest University of Visual Arts, Tucson, AZ; Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design
Proficiencies:
Revit/ CAD
Construction Documents
Project Administration
Furniture specifications/ planning
Kristy McDermott, NCIDQ, LEED AP ID+C
Interior Designer
As a NCIDQ licensed and a LEED accredited professional, Ms. Kristy McDermott has over 10 years’ experience as an Interior Designer specializing in commercial design. She has been responsible for all project aspects, including plans, specifications, design, and implementation. Keenly aware of the unique needs and solutions of each facility, Ms. McDermott has enjoyed utilizing her skills on numerous, varied projects for multiple governmental agencies – projects ranging from the healthcare sector to emergency communications. Much to her delight, she creates timeless, functional, maintainable spaces that exceed client expectations.
Education:
Bachelor of Arts, Interior Design (Graduated with Honors), Southwest University of Visual Arts, 2006
Certifications:
NCIDQ, LEED AP ID+C
Proficiencies:
AutoCAD, Revit, Project Management
Shannon Pollard Maden, AIA, LEED AP BD+C
Architect/Project Manager
Ms. Maden is a team player with a complete Architectural skillset, including Project Management expertise leading internal and external teams through Design and Documentation. She is experienced with historical building renovations and has served as project architect for multiple LEED Gold projects. She is an excellent collaborator and consensus builder with a passion for listening to building users and determining how the project can achieve their vision and enhance daily use of space.
With a portfolio across many U.S. states and internationally, Ms. Maden’s client focus has brought her multi-industry client’s quality, efficient, and purposed designs, always adhering to their goals.
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Oklahoma State University, 1994
Professional Registrations:
Registered Architect: Kansas
LEED AP Building Design + Construction
Professional Affiliations:
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
United States Green Building Council
Monica Rios, NCIDQ
Interior Designer
Ms. Rios is an interior designer with over a decade of experience in government, healthcare, and commercial design. She has been responsible for preparing finishes and furniture performance specification packages. Also, she has created rendering models and designed environments for various unique projects. By staying up-to-date on current regulations, trends, technology, and research, Ms. Rios provides the latest knowledge and techniques that produce the optimum environments which facilitate cultural changes and support person-centered care models. Through the collaborative relationship that she builds and maintains with each client, based on the client’s specific vision and needs she utilizes her skills and experience to improve the quality of life and the outcomes for the valued patients and their families, as well as for the dedicated staff who serve them. Ms. Rios offers a balance of creativity, collaboration, and futuristic thinking along with a structured, organized, and detailed mentality, enabling her to deliver focused development, follow-through, and completion to each aspect of the design phase.
Education:
The Southwest University of Visual Arts
Bachelor of Arts, 2006
Professional Registrations:
LEED Green Associate
Profession Affiliations:
International Interior Designer Association [IIDA]
Society of American Military Engineers [SAME], Young Member
Society of American Military Engineers [SAME], Southern Arizona Post President, 2017-2018
Awards:
Dilkon Judicial Courts, Navajo Nation; Dilkon, Arizona – ASID Merit Design Award, 2010
Proficiencies:
Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD,
Digital renderings in 3D Max
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
Website design, graphic design, branding, and visioning
Lauren Bell, NCIDQ, IIDA
Senior Interior Designer
Lauren Bell is a NCIDQ licensed Interior Designer and has been practicing interior design for the past nine years. Her goal for each project is to build relationships with her clients and to design a space that is both useful and aesthetically pleasing for them and all end users. She approaches interior design with a passion for creating a space that a client can only dream of, so she focuses on making those dreams and ideas come to life with functionality, durability, and aesthetics in mind.
Lauren’s project experience includes healthcare, municipal, government, community, education, worship, industrial and retail facilities. Lauren specializes in space planning, construction documents, specification writing, 3D renderings, and coordinating with consultants, furniture dealers, and product reps to meet project objectives. She is actively involved in the interior design and documentation effort for both renovated and new facilities. This includes project management and collaborating on all phases of the design and on-site construction administration.
Education:
Texas State University – San Marcos
Bachelor of Science in Family Consumer Sciences
– Major in Interior Design
– Minor in Engineering Technology
Certifications
National Council for Interior Design Qualifications
Texas Board of Architectural Examiners
Professional Associations
International Interior Designer Association (IIDA)
Texas Association for Interior Design (TAID)
Chad Raynes, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C
CPS Manager
Mr. Raynes has established himself as a well-rounded architect, working throughout his career in many different areas of practice – from educational facilities to office buildings, and from hospitality to healthcare. He has a passion for building and has a background that includes direct involvement in construction. This expertise ensures that his clients receive realistic designs and construction documents that achieve their project goals and fit within their project’s constraints. He has worked as the architect of record for projects big and small – all of which were given his white-glove treatment. From programing through construction Mr. Raynes is always looking for ways to improve project outcomes and is instrumental in successfully problem-solving unique project needs throughout the lifecycle of the project.
Education:
Bachelor of Architecture
University of Kentucky, 2006, Departmental Honors in Architecture
Professional Registrations:
Architect: KY, FL, TN, GA, NC
National Council of Architectural Registration Board
LEED AP Building Design + Construction
Professional Affiliations:
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
Member, 2010-Present
Proficiencies:
Revit
3D Modeling
Digital Rendering
Construction Documents
Construction Administration
Nick Harper
Mechanical Designer
Mr. Harper has had the opportunity to experience success in a variety of projects early in his career – from simple design projects to complex, flagship design opportunities; touching multiple industries – hospitals, hospitality, distribution centers, and restaurants.
Nick’s attention to detail, delivery of on-time quality design solutions, and his commitment to his projects, reinforce his client’s confidence in his mechanical and plumbing design solutions. His drive, energy, and communication skills come through on each of the projects he touches, with his goal of designing solutions that make life easier and improve conditions.
In addition to his mechanical discipline Nick is an active construction administration team member that supports the owner through completion of construction. Mr. Harper goes the extra mile in his efforts to respond to client and contractor needs while providing the best solutions possible.
Education:
BS – Mechanical Engineering – Texas A&M University, Dwight Look School of Engineering, 2020
Thomas Giannopoulos
Learn MoreThomas Giannopoulos
Mr. Giannopoulos is an expert in architectural drafting and coordination. His technical skills have differentiated his career. He is well-rounded and is proficient in training novices and experts in Revit and in all architectural design phases. He is always looking for ways to improve the approach to a successful project through the latest advances in technology, such as virtual reality, renderings, and animation. Mr. Giannopoulos has an established reputation as a team player and always delivers for his clients. He is adept at interfacing with clients and his personality lends itself to a passion for architectural design that motivates the entire team and demonstrates he listens well to his clients and their project requirements.
Education:
Technological Institution of Crete, B.S. Civil & Structural Engineering, 2007 – 2013
Proficiencies:
Revit/BIM
AutoCAD, ArchiCAD/Sketch Up
Lumion – Renderings/Animation, Virtual Reality
Construction Documentation
Conceptual Designing
Gina Fantoni, AIA
Project Architect
As an experienced and award winning project architect, Ms. Fantoni looks for opportunities to use her skills to solve real problems and contribute to making life better for her clients. Gina is always seeking to understand her client’s design needs and her end-user’s goals, realizing that effective communication is essential to a well-designed project that will benefit many for years to come.
Ms. Fantoni’s wide-ranging project experience includes healthcare design and planning, industrial and commercial architecture, and sustainable design and construction, in both public and private sectors. One of the many strengths Gina brings to each project is the ability to keep projects moving forward. Her ability to bring people together by creative collaboration ensures that any design conflicts are understood and solved, bringing the right solution to the client and end users – all with an energetic and positive attitude.
Education:
Master of Architecture, Summa cum Laude, Norwich University
Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies – Norwich University
Registered Architect: Texas
Professional Affiliations:
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
Member, 2019-Present
Proficiencies: Revit, Enscape, 3D Modeling, Rendering
Anthony A. Inlong
MEP Designer
Mr. Inlong’s design passion and breadth of experience, across multiple disciplines, comes through to his clients and colleagues. He began his career in 2006, working in multiple building types including: Medical facilities such as hospitals, pharmaceuticals labs and pharmacies, warehouses, data centers, telecommunication cell towers and indoor Das’s system, distribution centers, high rise buildings for corporate and condos.
His certifications in Revit MEP and AutoCAD are an efficiency asset on all projects he designs. As a committed and flexible team player, Mr. Inlong’s attention to detail is always seen as an asset to a successful project. Working hand-in-hand with engineers and project managers to deliver their client’s design documents on time and according to their projects requirements while following standard and codes.
Anthony’s experience spans the development of multi discipline MEP plans in 3D and 2D that includes electrical high voltage design, low voltage design such as physical security, nurse call, PA systems, Audio Visual, fire protection, and telecommunication, also worked in mechanical, piping, and plumbing design.
Education:
Associates of Applied Science in Drafting and Design – Collin College
Bachelor of Science in Engineering – University of Texas in Dallas, in progress
RCDD Certification, in progress
Proficiencies:
Certified Revit MEP
Certified AutoCAD
Naviswork
Revizto
Ariah Orr
Architectural Designer
Ms. Orr has a passion for creating meaningful spaces and understands the importance of working with clients to create designs that can be enjoyed and functional for all. She approaches each project with unwavering dedication to excellence in design along with meticulous attention to detail, finding the best possible design solutions within given projects’ limits, from project inception to completion.
Ariah invigorates every project with a strong technical and client-focused skillset, with quality assurance at the forefront. Her collaborative nature ensures that exemplary products and service are standard in all deliverables and her project leadership ensures that all codes, standards, and project requirements are met. Ms. Orr’s experience spans a wide variety of projects including healthcare, commercial, industrial, multi-family, and mixed-use spaces.
Education:
Bachelor of Design in Architecture
Minor in Landscape Design & Planning
University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
Proficiencies:
Revit
3D Modeling
Digital Rendering
Construction Documents
Construction Administration
Garrett Malone
Mechanical Designer
Garrett is a certified Mechanical Engineer in Training with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Texas A&M University. As a Mechanical Design Engineer at Triple C – The A&E Group, Mr. Malone contributes to the design and coordination of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems for complex facilities, including medical buildings and data centers. His work emphasizes code compliance, performance, and seamless integration with architectural and structural disciplines.
Proficient in Revit, Trane Trace 3D Plus, Bluebeam Revu, and Excel, Garrett supports the development of coordinated construction documentation and energy modeling to meet stringent project and jurisdictional requirements. He collaborates closely with architects, structural engineers, and interior designers to ensure functional, efficient, and constructible system layouts.
Before joining Triple C, Mr. Malone gained hands-on experience at Granite Construction as an intern, where he supported drafting, equipment selection, and cost estimating. His passion for HVAC design was sparked during his senior capstone project at Texas A&M, where he led the design of mechanical systems and developed a strong appreciation for the science behind environmental control and energy performance.
In addition to his technical work, Garrett is committed to community engagement and mentoring the next generation of engineers. He volunteers with the ACE Mentor Program of DFW and Frisco ISD, where he shares his knowledge and enthusiasm for the built environment with high school students exploring careers in architecture, engineering, and construction.
Driven by a strong foundation in engineering principles and a passion for continued growth, he is dedicated to advancing in the field of MEP design and contributing to meaningful, high-performing projects.
Education:
Bachelor’s, Mechanical Engineering, Texas A&M University
Proficiency:
Revit, Trane Trace 3D Plus, Excel, and Bluebeam Revu
Dave Hammond, PE
Learn MoreDave Hammond, PE
With an illustrious career spanning over 30 years, Dave is a highly accomplished Mechanical Engineer recognized for his extensive expertise and innovative contributions to the field. He possesses a robust background in the design, implementation, and management of complex mechanical systems across a diverse range of industries.
Dave’s proficiency encompasses central utility plants, HVAC systems, process piping, and plumbing systems. His work is characterized by a meticulous attention to detail and a deep understanding of engineering principles, which have consistently resulted in the delivery of high-quality, efficient, and reliable mechanical solutions.
Throughout his career, Dave has specialized in the design and development of facilities for the Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals. His portfolio includes both the renovation of existing structures and the creation of new facilities, demonstrating his ability to navigate the challenges of retrofitting while also pioneering new projects from the ground up. His work in this area underscores his commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure and enhancing the quality of care for veterans.
In addition to his healthcare projects, Dave has significant experience in the design of data center cooling systems and semiconductor cleanrooms. His expertise in these high-tech environments is marked by a keen understanding of the stringent requirements for temperature control, air quality, and contamination prevention. He has successfully delivered projects that meet the demanding standards of these industries, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
Dave’s career is also distinguished by his leadership and mentorship roles. He has led numerous project teams, guiding them through complex engineering challenges and fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and excellence. His ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders, coupled with his technical acumen, has made him a valued partner and a trusted advisor for clients and colleagues alike.
Education:
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
State University of New York, Stony Brook, 1989
Professional Registrations:
Professional Engineer, Alaska, California
Professional Affiliations:
American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
Jeff Balster
Electrical Engineer
Jeff brings with him over 20 years of electrical engineering experience, with a primary focus on industrial and commercial markets. His diverse background spans healthcare facilities, large-scale industrial power systems, and utility plant installations, giving him a comprehensive understanding of high-performance electrical infrastructure and the complexities of mission-critical environments.
Throughout his career, Jeff has led multidisciplinary teams and held senior roles in departmental leadership, developing a balanced skill set that combines technical expertise with team management and client coordination. His hands-on approach and clear communication style have made him a trusted partner in delivering reliable, code-compliant, and cost-effective solutions.
Jeff’s work is defined by a meticulous attention to detail and a deep-seated passion for solving complex engineering challenges. He is particularly specialized in arc flash studies, overcurrent protection coordination, and fault current analysis—areas critical to ensuring system reliability and creating safe working environments for both facility personnel and maintenance teams.
His experience and technical focus reinforce client confidence in the safety, efficiency, and performance of the systems he designs. At Triple C, Jeff plays a key role in supporting electrical design strategies across a range of building types, bringing leadership, precision, and a proactive mindset to every project.
Education:
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering, University of Cincinnati
Professional Engineer, Ohio, Tennessee, Georgia, Pennsylvania
Jon Hill
Civil Designer
Jon Hill brings together over 10 years of field surveying experience and more than seven years of advanced civil site design, offering a well-rounded perspective that bridges practical field insight with technical precision. His background enables him to transform complex engineering challenges into clear, actionable deliverables that serve both technical teams and decision-makers.
As a Civil Designer at Triple C, Jon has led drawing production and QA/QC efforts across a range of civil projects. He consistently ensures CAD standards are upheld and coordinates with consultants to maintain project timelines. Proficient in Autodesk Civil 3D, Revit, and the Microsoft Office suite, Jon produces high-quality construction documents, grading models, and utility designs that align with jurisdictional standards.
Jon’s career is marked by a strong attention to detail, clear communication, and a disciplined work ethic shaped by his service in the U.S. Air Force as an Engineering Technician. There, he acted as a liaison between stakeholders, ensuring mission-critical infrastructure met exacting standards under tight deadlines—a skillset he carries forward into every project at Triple C.
He is currently pursuing a B.S. in Civil Engineering at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and is on track to graduate in Fall 2025. Upon graduation, Jon plans to take the P.E. exam to achieve his long-time goal of becoming a licensed Professional Engineer. A proud veteran, Jon is driven by the meaningful work Triple C delivers in support of our nation’s servicemembers.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering (in progress—graduate fall 2025), University of Nevada, Las Vegas
A.S. Construction Technology, Community College of the Air Force
Proficiencies
AutoCAD Civil 3D, Quantity take-offs and estimating (RS Means), Microsoft Office Suite, field surveying and data collection
Sidney McDonald
Proposal Manage
Sidney McDonald rolls her passion for clients and her curiosity for learning into her craft as the Business Development/Proposal Manager for Triple C. Ms. McDonald is focused on ascertaining the unique needs of current and prospective clients. Employing her honed skills to analyze client needs, she then assesses the diverse capabilities of Triple C, as proven by past performance, to successfully achieve client goals as determined by the needs assessment she developed.
Early in her career as a sales consultant, Ms. McDonald realized she had a passion to help clients succeed in all their varied needs. Driven by that passion to serve the client, she then managed sales teams and later trained teams in business development and leadership best practices. Honored by the professional recognition, she has earned several awards in innovative training design/development. The enjoyment she derives from mentoring and coaching brings her great fulfillment and brings her trainees greater results in their endeavors.
Ms. McDonald deems it a privilege to have assisted many university and architecture/ engineering/construction leaders to improve their organization’s systems and processes, and to enrich their skills and talents, leading to increased organizational teamwork and to greater achievement. Similarly, as the Proposal Manager for Triple C, Ms. McDonald is purposed to understand the client behind each proposal and to clearly convey the integrity and competence of Triple C as an ethical problem solver, leading to greater client satisfaction.
Education:
Grand Canyon University, Psychology, Business Studies
Publications:
The Leadership Compass, 2013
Customer Focus for Leaders and Managers, 2010
Time Management for Leaders and Managers, 2010
Multiple white papers on business development and leadership topics
Luke Fauver, PMP
LIDAR Surveyor
As LIDAR Surveyor for Triple C, Mr. Fauver brings a high level of detail, client focus, and leadership to the position. He works closely with Triple C architects, engineers, and clients to ensure that existing conditions are accurately and thoroughly represented. In his role to conduct a comprehensive, 360-degree analysis of site conditions, he converts reality into functional data efficiently by coordinating real time via Bluebeam Revu© with the Triple C team in the office to ensure that all information is gathered before leaving a site, thereby saving Triple C client’s time.
In addition to Mr. Fauver’s integral role at Triple C, he is a Sergeant in the U.S. Army Reserves, as a Combat Engineer; where he provides field engineering, construction, and inspections in combat situations.
Education:
Boise State University, Boise, ID; Criminal Justice Administration
U.S. Army – Multiple training in engineering topics
U.S. Army Distributed Leadership Course
Certifications:
Combat Life Saver
Anti-Terrorism
Operational Security 101(OPSEC)
Jill Sweet ASID, IIDA, NCIDQ
Marketing Coordinator / Senior Interior Designer
Jill Sweet is a seasoned Senior Interior Designer and Marketing Coordinator with a career that spans interior design, business leadership, and nearly 23 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Air Force as an Intelligence Professional, before retiring with distinction as a Senior Master Sergeant. Her diverse background brings a unique blend of creative vision, strategic insight, and a strong commitment to service-oriented design.
Before joining Triple C, Jill owned and led a successful interior design firm specializing in healthcare environments, driving a 37% revenue increase through strategic business development and strong client relationships. Her prior roles include Branch Manager and Senior Designer for a national design firm and interior designer at the Tucson VA Medical Center, where she led and contributed to projects across healthcare, education, corporate, retail, military, worship, and government sectors.
Jill’s design work has been recognized with multiple ASID Design Excellence Awards, including 1st Place for Commercial Space Over 3,500 SF and Innovative Product Design in 2024. Her work consistently reflects empathetic, functional design—especially in the healthcare space.
She is NCIDQ-certified and an active member of ASID, IIDA, and the Alpha Beta Kappa National Honor Society. Jill holds a B.A. in Interior Design (with honors) from the Southern University of Visual Arts and an A.A.S. in Communications Applications from the Community College of the Air Force.
Driven by a passion for people, design, and architecture, Jill continues to influence the built environment through her dedication to excellence and her commitment to serving those who have served.
Education:
Bachelor of Arts, Interior Design (with honors), Southern University of Visual Arts
A.A.S. in Communications Applications from the Community College of the Air Force
Professional Affiliations:
National Council of Interior Design Certification
Proficiencies:
AutoCAD, Word, Excel, Power Point, In-Design, Photoshop
American Society of Interior Designers
International Interior Design Association Southwest Chapter
Alpha Beta Kappa National Honor Society
Scott Hopkins
IT Manager
Mr. Scott Hopkins, who serves as Triple C’s IT expert, has over twenty years of experience in the field of IT implementation and problem resolution. After retiring from the Union Pacific Railroad as a Quality Control Inspector with the Rail Welding & Track Testing Department, he started his own computer business, COM-TEK Computer and Internet Services, in 1995. Services include custom-built computers, repair and troubleshooting, upgrades, networking, virus and malware removal, and consulting. Mr. Hopkins’ firm became a local internet service provider, offering dial-up and DSL services to the surrounding community. As the founder, he managed and operated all aspects of COM-TEK as its services and staff rapidly grew. His computer business continues to serve the needs of primarily public-sector clients, such as the University of Wyoming.
For Triple C’s IT needs, Mr. Hopkins performs the following services: Maintenance/updates of all computers, as well as troubleshooting of all computer, Office 365, and Autodesk issues; administration/maintenance of Microsoft & Autodesk cloud and subscription services; the set-up of all employee computers; and the monitoring of all software licensing and compliance requirements. In addition to serving Triple C’s IT department and running his own IT-related small business, Mr. Hopkins also serves as an officer for the local Fraternal Order of Eagles, as well as performing services for the local Seven-Mile Water & Sewer District.
Michele Potter
Business Development Advisor
Prior to assisting in the startup of Triple C, Mrs. Potter served in advisory roles focused on family and women’s issues. The multifaceted guidance centered on the wellness of the individual/family as a whole. Having majored in nutrition, she had the privilege of assisting women and families with the everyday needs common to young, struggling families, such as dietary insufficiency. Housing, clothing, food, and counseling were made available to clients in the interests of helping them to overcome challenges on multiple levels and to function as sound, healthy individuals contributing to their families and communities.
In her capacity as a business advisor in the current/future trends and processes of Triple C, Mrs. Potter particularly delights in her role as the self-described “Company Culture Designer.” Surrounded by all the talented designers and planners who have graced Triple C with their passion, skills, and professionalism, she considers herself privileged to gather them together on a weekly basis to discuss matters of integrity, ethics, and values, including wide-ranging topics related to maintaining Triple C’s focus on doing business in the right way . . . for the right reasons. With her academic background in public relations, Mrs. Potter relishes every opportunity to see to it that Triple C is a “walking billboard” of the principles upon which she helped to found it and now endeavors to guide it.