Ryan Starkovich
Venue Sector Executive | Principal
BRINGING SHARED EXPERIENCES TO LIFE
When it comes to arenas, stadiums, airports, and multi-purpose venues, we know what it takes to design a space that’s performance ready for every ticket holder or tailgater. From sports fans and professional athletes to concert or conference goers, travelers, and fitness devotees, our Venue Sector experts are always focused on the end-user. We blend functionality with technical expertise to find innovative solutions that enhance performance, amenities, and comfort. When it comes to designing environments where thousands of people come together, our Venue Sector experts lead the field.
Explore our Venue Sector practices and learn more about our relevant project experience. Learn more about Henderson’s extensive experience in other market sectors here.
VENUE SECTOR
Our leaders are industry experts, well-respected for their experience, drive, and people-first approach. Full of passion, creativity, and wisdom, our leadership is highly collaborative and committed to delivering nothing but the best. Henderson’s vision is to build a better world, and we believe that starts with leaders who embody our company culture and core values.
Venue SECTOR LEADERS
James Dietz
Venue Sector Aviation Practice Director | Principal
Mischa Haramia
Venue Sector Entertainment Practice Director | Principal
Kelly Hyde
Venue Sector Sports Practice Co-Director | Principal
Sean Kolich
Venue Sector Sports Practice Co-Director | Associate
Nathan Malone
Venue Sector Design & Construction Director | Venue Sector Fitness Practice Director | Principal
Phil Miller
Venue Sector Project Director | Principal
Andrea Mulvany
Venue Sector Operations Director | Principal
Russ Murdock
Venue Sector Technical Director | Venue Sector Convention Center Practice Director | Principal
CONSTRUCTION OR COMMISSIONING HELP?
We believe good design requires great building partners to bring it to life. Our sister company, Henderson Building Solutions, bridges the gap between design, construction, and ongoing building maintenance. Together, we seamlessly combine our engineering knowledge with in-the-field expertise to provide an unmatched client experience.
We could tell you all day how we always find new ways to innovate, but we’d rather let our projects speak for themselves. Browse our project gallery to discover what we’ve been working on in the Venue Sector.
Our people are always up to great things. Flip through the stories below to stay up to date on latest the latest news, awards, and announcements from Henderson.
May 1, 2022
Henderson Ascends to #129 on ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms List
Engineering News-Record (ENR) Magazine
Henderson places 11 positions higher than last year, and is one of only 10 firms headquartered in Kansas City to earn recognition.
Read MoreApril 6, 2022
KC Business Journal Interviews Henderson Leaders About ESOP Transition
Kansas City Business Journal
CEO Kevin Lewis and President-Emeritus Rich Smith discuss the transformative move to 100% employee ownership.
Read MoreApril 5, 2022
Henderson Becomes Employee-Owned Company
Henderson Companies, the parent company of Henderson Engineers and Henderson Building Solutions, has become a 100% employee-owned firm.
Read MoreMarch 24, 2022
AutoDesk University Publishes Henderson Article on DfMA, Generative Design, and BIM Automation
Autodesk University
Henderson technical directors outline how DfMA, Generative Design, and BIM Automation can be implemented within building systems design.
Read MoreMarch 23, 2022
Henderson Pledges to Diversify its Supply Chain
Startland News
Henderson Engineers commits to diversifying its supply chain and to support small businesses through its buying decisions.
Read MoreMarch 3, 2022
Civil + Structural Engineer Magazine Features Henderson’s Work on SoFi Stadium
Civil + Structural Engineer Media
Civil + Structural Engineer magazine interviewed two Henderson Engineers principals for a March 2022 cover story about SoFi Stadium.
Read MoreJanuary 26, 2022
KC Business Journal Interviews Henderson’s New CEO
Kansas City Business Journal
Kevin Lewis discusses his new role, what he envisions for Henderson's future, his 20-year career, his family, and more.
Read MoreFebruary 12, 2022
KC Business Journal Interviews Henderson Principal About SoFi Stadium Project
Kansas City Business Journal
Ryan Starkovich, venue sector executive, discusses Henderson Engineers' role as lead engineer for SoFi Stadium ahead of the 2022 Super Bowl.
Read MoreFebruary 1, 2022
Kansas City International Airport Project Featured in KC Business Journal and More
Kansas City Business Journal
James Dietz, Henderson's aviation practice director, discusses the firm’s role as lead engineer for the new $1.5 billion Kansas City International Airport single-terminal project.
Read MoreFebruary 21, 2022
Henderson Principal Pens Column About SoFi Stadium
MONDO | STADIA
Venue Sector Executive Ryan Starkovich wrote a column for MONDO | STADIA magazine about Henderson Engineers' involvement in SoFi Stadium.
Read MoreWe’re an organization of innovators and idea-generators, and we love to share what we know with others. Scroll our thought leadership library for technical expertise, design discoveries, industry trainings, and more from the brains behind the building systems.
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