Kathryn Cochill Promoted to Lead Business Development Strategy Across the Midwest

SmithGroup is pleased to announce that Kathryn Cochill has been promoted to Director of Business Development for the Midwest Region.

Possessing more than 20 years of experience across the architecture, construction and real estate industries, Kathryn is recognized for her exceptional client engagement skills and wide-ranging market expertise. She steps into the role following the retirement of Kathleen Hudson-Beitz, the firm’s longtime business development leader for the region.

In this new role, Kathryn will draw upon her expertise to expand the firm's already substantial portfolio of award-winning work across the region, identifying new business opportunities, fostering strategic partnerships and driving growth through effective pursuit strategies.

“Kathryn’s ability to unite teams, build lasting client relationships, strengthen our connections in the community and lead thoughtful, strategic business planning initiatives will be instrumental in SmithGroup’s continued success in this region,” says Tim Tracey, Midwest Region Director. “She will partner with teammates and business leaders to cultivate impactful opportunities across the firm’s full spectrum of markets and integrated design services.”

Kathryn will connect clients with partners and teammates who excel at developing innovative strategies and design-based solutions that support the cultural, functional and operational goals of their institutions. She will utilize her leadership skills to deepen existing client relationships, build new connections and expand the firm’s impact across the Midwest.