Our Team
Architect / Principal
Gillian Stechschulte
Gillian received her Bachelor and Master of Architecture degrees from Miami University, is a member of the AIA, and holds her NCARB certificate. Gillian enjoys bringing a fresh design perspective to her hometown in northwest Ohio.
Mechanical Engineer / Principal
Scott Birkemeier, P.E.
Scott is TDG’s lead Mechanical Engineer with over 18 years of experience in the design of mechanical and plumbing systems for a wide variety of commercial, industrial, and institutional project types.
Project Manger / Principal
Kevin Niese
Kevin has been an employee of TDG since 2005. He currently serves as a Project Manager and Human Resource Coordinator. Kevin has a strong construction background and leads many of TDG’s projects through construction.
Project Manager / Advisor
Tony Hovest
Tony is one of the founding partners of Technicon Design Group. He has served the local design and construction market for over thirty-five years. Tony’s expertise in construction detailing and project coordination is an invaluable asset to the TDG team.
Architect
Jenna Verhoff
Jenna received a Bachelor and Master of Architecture degrees from Bowling Green State University. Jenna works in 3D computer modeling and rendering with the Architectural team to bring life to our projects.
Architect
David Burgei
David received a Bachelor and Master of Architecture degrees from the University of Cincinnati. David works as part of the Architectural team creating 2D & 3D designs to meet our clients' needs.
Electrical Engineer
Joe Ellerbrock, P.E.
Joe received Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the Ohio State University and has a background in Industrial Controls Design and Power. He recently earned his Professional Engineering License.
Structural Engineer
Betty Corkwell, P.E.
Betty received a Bachelor’s degree of Science in Civil Engineering from Clemson University and is a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Ohio and Michigan. Betty is experienced in the design of steel, wood, and masonry structural assemblies.
Senior Designer
Kevin Wischmeyer
Kevin has thirty years of experience in the architecture industry, working on many large commercial, educational and medical projects throughout his career. He leads production for many of TDG's projects.
Senior Designer
Todd Gerdeman
Todd has been an integral part of TDG since its inception in 1995. He has over thirty-two years of experience in architectural and structural detailing, and he also serves as a field representative and construction administrator at TDG.
Senior Designer
Jeff Mangas
Jeff worked in the concrete construction industry for several years prior to joining the TDG team over ten years ago. He is experienced in architectural, structural, mechanical and plumbing detail drawing and serves as a field representative for many of our projects.
Senior Designer
Amber Palte
Amber received a Bachelor’s degree of Interior Design from Bowling Green State University. Amber produces interior and architectural design and production drawings for many of our projects as well as serves as a project manager.
Senior Designer
Ashley Reivydas
Ashley received a Bachelor of Interior Design from The Ohio State University. After graduating, Ashley worked in retail design at a national brand before spending six years working in healthcare interior design. In 2021, Ashley and her family moved back to her hometown of Ottawa Glandorf where she joined the TDG team as a Senior Designer soon after.
Office Administrator
Michelle Johns
Michelle ensures that all of our projects remain organized, and is vital to the successful daily operation of our business.
Contract Administrator
Sandy Knueven
Sandy has worked in construction administration for over fifteen years. She is an asset to the TDG team as she provides a high level of efficiency and organization to our projects under construction.
Mechanical Engineer
Ryan Ashley
Ryan recently earned his Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Purdue University.
With three decades of experience in the local industry, Technicon Design Group has the expertise, knowledge, and tools to help you re-think your physical environment and create spaces that are both functional and beautiful. We believe that good design should be transformative, bringing value to our clients through innovative thinking, creativity, and attention to detail.