South Central Phoenix Implementation Plan Listening Sessions
Matrix Design Group, Inc. welcomed the opportunity to facilitate the first two Listening Sessions for the Phoenix South Central Implementation Plan last week. These sessions brought residents, stakeholders, and community partners together to share perspectives and help identify priorities that will guide future projects, programs, and policy initiatives across the plan’s short-, mid-, and long-term […]
Zweig 2026 Best Firm to Work For
We’re proud to share that Matrix Design Group, Inc. has been recognized by Zweig Group as a 2026 Best Firm to Work For. This recognition for the 4th consecutive year reflects the culture our team has built together — one rooted in collaboration, innovation, professional growth, and a shared commitment to serving our clients, partners, […]
What’s Next: Protecting the Homeland with Matrix
The On Base team spoke with Matrix’s Defense Communities Team Lead Casey Bartholomew as a part of ADC’s 50th anniversary. Bartholomew shared how he saw the future of defense communities in the next 10 years and beyond. This interview has been edited for length and clarity. ADC: What is the one thing driving the most change in the […]
World Environment Day
Happy World Environment Day! At Matrix Design Group, we’re proud to support projects that help communities conserve resources, strengthen natural systems, and build long-term resilience. From water conservation and ecological restoration to innovative approaches that support smarter resource management, our work is focused on creating sustainable solutions that benefit both people and the environment. Today, we’re celebrating the positive impact of […]
HARP Boathouse & Phase IV Riverwalk
The Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo (HARP) continues to shape the future of downtown Pueblo. Matrix Design Group is proud to celebrate the completion of the new Boathouse and Phase IV of the Riverwalk, marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening that welcomed community leaders, stakeholders, and residents to this exciting new destination. As […]
Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver – Commerce City
Giving back, one post at a time! Last week, a group of Matrix Design Group, Inc. employees from our Denver office volunteered with Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver to help build a fence for a Commerce City resident as part of a larger effort to provide critical home repairs that improve safety, comfort, and security for local homeowners. […]
Chris Martin Promoted to Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Matrix Design Group, Inc. is pleased to announce the promotion of Chris Martin, GISP, to Chief Technology Officer (CTO), while continuing in his role as Director of Geospatial & Digital Solutions (GDS). With more than 22 years of experience, including 20 years at Matrix, Chris will continue leading our GDS team while driving firmwide technology strategy, innovation, and the integration of data-driven solutions to […]
San Felipe Creek Master Plan & Improvements
Across Texas, communities are rethinking how infrastructure supports both people and place. In Del Rio, San Felipe Creek has long been central to community life, but aging infrastructure, erosion, and limited access created growing safety and usability challenges. Matrix Design Group, Inc., alongside Adams Environmental, Inc., partnered with the City and the US Army Corps […]
Supporting Affordable Housing Across the MAG Region – Arizona
On Feb 18th, 2026, Matrix Design Group presented the executive summary of the Housing Opportunities in Mentorship and Education Technical Assistance (HOME-TA) Program to the Maricopa Association of Governments Community Initiatives Coordinating Committee. From August 2024 through December 2025, this initiative provided individualized and group technical assistance to support affordable housing efforts across member municipalities. […]
Carisa Cipoletti – Board Appointment Announcement
We are excited to share that Carisa Cipoletti, SHRM-CP, PHR, Chief Human Resources Officer, has been appointed to the Matrix Design Group Board of Directors. Carisa has played a central role in shaping the strength and character of our company. With over 20 years of experience and 17 years with the firm, she has led […]
Sal Nodjomian, PE, CEO, joining the Board of Governors of the Downtown Denver Partnership
Matrix Design Group, Inc. is pleased to announce that Sal Nodjomian, PE, CEO, has been invited to join the Board of Governors of the Downtown Denver Partnership. Bringing together business, civic, and community leaders, the Partnership is dedicated to advancing a vibrant, inclusive, and economically resilient downtown Denver. In this role, Sal will contribute his […]
Moving Proven Capability to Award: SBIR Phase III in Practice
In Part 1, we explored why proven capabilities so often stall—not because the technology failed, but because acquisition execution feels uncertain at the point of transition. Once that hesitation is addressed, the focus shifts from whether SBIR Phase III applies to how it is applied in practice. How SBIR Technology Fits Within a Broader Requirement […]
Clarity Before Contracting: A Strategy-First Approach to SBIR Phase III
Across the Department of War, the challenge facing most organizations today is not a lack of innovation. In many cases, programs already have proven capability in hand with technologies that have been demonstrated, validated, and shown real operational value. The difficulty arises later, when teams attempt to move those capabilities from demonstration into sustained operational […]
Why SBIR Phase III Is the Most Underutilized Pathway for Deploying Mission-Ready Technology
The SBIR program has existed for decades, but its relevance is increasing as defense priorities evolve and agencies under pressure seek faster, lower-risk ways to field operational capability. With expanding investment across key technology areas and greater emphasis on leveraging commercially ready solutions, SBIR Phase III remains one of the most effective, yet least utilized, […]
Beyond Accessibility: Scottdale’s Commitment to an Inclusive City
Felicia Beltran, ADA/Title VI Compliance Coordinator for the City of Scottsdale, AZ, shares her perspective on the city’s updated ADA Transition Plan and what it means for residents, visitors, and the broader community. The initiative demonstrates how Scottsdale is moving beyond accessibility to create a city truly built for everyone. Bringing together Matrix Design Group […]
Matrix Design Group Acquires Direct Access Consultancy LLC, Expanding Accessibility and Inclusivity Expertise
Matrix Design Group, a nationally recognized, award-winning, employee-owned interdisciplinary engineering, planning, design, and consultancy firm, has acquired the award-winning Direct Access Consultancy LLC (Direct Access), a leading global accessibility consulting firm. This acquisition expands Matrix’s broad portfolio and strengthens its accessibility and inclusivity capabilities across the U.S., its territories, and internationally, reinforcing our commitment to […]
Bridging Service to Civilian Success: The Strategic Value of SkillBridge
In today’s evolving workforce-landscape, the transition from military service to civilian employment is often one of the most critical inflection points a service member will face. That’s why the DoD SkillBridge program matters so much — it doesn’t only serve the individual; it serves our communities, industries and national readiness. For our service members For […]
Glendale General Plan – Envision Glendale 2040
Introduction The City of Glendale (City) invites proposals from qualified land use and development consultants (Consultant) to undertake a comprehensive rewrite of the Glendale General Plan (Plan). This updated Plan will serve as a strategic framework for guiding future decisions on land use, development, transportation, infrastructure, neighborhood improvement, and other key elements of the built […]
Glendale General Plan Rewrite (RFP Information)
Introduction The City of Glendale (City) invites proposals from qualified land use and development consultants (Consultant) to undertake a comprehensive rewrite of the Glendale General Plan (Plan). This updated Plan will serve as a strategic framework for guiding future decisions on land use, development, transportation, infrastructure, neighborhood improvement, and other key elements of the built […]
Matrix Design Group Welcomes Jenn Todd-Goynes as Director of Planning!
We’re excited to welcome Jennifer Todd-Goynes as Matrix Design Group, Inc.‘s new Director of Planning. Jenn brings nearly 20 years of experience advancing innovative planning, economic development, and organizational strategies across public, private, and nonprofit sectors. She is recognized for integrating land use, economic, and community development into cohesive strategies that create lasting impact. Throughout […]
2025 CASFM East Troublesome Fire Recognition
Matrix Design Group, Inc. was recognized last week at the Colorado Association of Stormwater and Floodplain Managers (CASFM) Annual Conference as one of two finalists for the East Troublesome Fire Watershed Restoration Plan in Grand County, CO. The project team included Matrix professionals from Water Resources, Environmental, Ecological Services, Survey, and GIS. While we didn’t […]
New Hire – MariaAngelica Deeb
Matrix Design Group, Inc. welcomes MariaAngelica Deeb, PE, PTOE, RSP1, PTP, as the new Deputy Director, Community Design & Infrastructure, AZ. With more than 20 years of civil and transportation engineering experience, MaríaAngélica has led transformative multimodal infrastructure projects across the Southwest. A licensed PE in five states, a Fellow of ASCE, and currently Vice […]
Organic Act of Guam’s 75th Anniversary Historic Festival
Matrix was proud to support the Hagåtña Restoration and Redevelopment Authority at the Organic Act of Guam’s 75th Anniversary Historic Festival. As part of the Our Hagatña initiative, we helped debut the Hagåtña Barrio Map—a powerful visual display inviting families to locate ancestral lots and reconnect with their roots. Seeing names and handwritten records from […]
New Hire: Jared Bratz
Matrix Design Group, Inc. is excited to welcome Jared Bratz, PE, as our new Director of Community Development and Infrastructure, San Antonio. Jared will lead and expand Matrix’s civil engineering practice across Texas, with a strategic focus on growing our presence in San Antonio. With 30+ years of experience in civil engineering, surveying, and construction […]
Supporting Mission Readiness: Matrix Partners with U.S. Space Force on Facility Planning and Infrastructure Support
As the U.S. Space Force advances its mission and expands operations, infrastructure has emerged as a strategic priority. Matrix is proud to support this evolution through a multi-year engagement providing facility planning and infrastructure consulting across multiple installations along Colorado’s Front Range. Our work plays a critical role in enhancing mission readiness and aligning facilities […]
Matrix Design Group Named a 2025 “Best Firm to Work For” by Zweig Group
Matrix Design Group is honored to be recognized once again by the Zweig Group as one of the “Best Firms to Work For” in 2025. This ongoing recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, engaged, and empowered. The award is based on an industry-wide survey evaluating critical aspects of […]
Transforming Denver’s Urban Core: Broadway Station Redevelopment
Matrix is proud to be a trusted partner in the $135 million redevelopment of Denver’s Broadway Station — a 50-acre brownfield site, formerly home to Gates Rubber The site is being reimagined as a vibrant, walkable, high-density urban hub with seamless multimodal and mass transit access. Since first becoming involved in this transformative project in […]
Zakary Payne, COO, Matrix Design Group, Named Fellow of the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME)
Matrix Design Group is proud to announce that Zakary Payne, P.E., Chief Operating Officer, has been named a Fellow in the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Academy of Fellows (AOF). This prestigious honor recognizes individuals who have made significant and lasting contributions to the field of military engineering and the architecture/engineering/construction (A/E/C) profession. Zakary […]
Leading with Insight: Matrix ADA Planning & Compliance Expertise
Matrix has a proven track record of delivering high-quality ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plans by leveraging our expertise in asset evaluation, GIS technology, and regulatory compliance. Our data-driven GIS-forward approach efficiently identifies, addresses accessibility gaps, integrates public feedback, and establishes clear, actionable milestones to achieve compliance and foster inclusive accessibility across communities. El Paso County […]
Matrix Navigates Complexities of 144-Unit Mesa Gardens Development
Matrix Design Group, in collaboration with Mesa-based BFH Group and architect Todd+Associates, was hired for the due diligence phase of the Mesa Gardens project, a 144-unit apartment complex located in Mesa, Arizona. From the start, the site posed significant challenges that could have discouraged any developer. The property, nearing approval for development, was not only […]
Design Your Future: Engineers Week
In celebration of National Engineers Week 2025 and this year’s theme, “Design Your Future,” we’re proud to highlight the diverse talent driving innovation at Matrix Design Group. As we adapt to the evolving landscape of technology and global challenges, our engineers are at the forefront of shaping what’s next. This presentation showcases the experiences of […]
Charlie Perham Promoted to Senior Vice President and Director of Planning & Advisory Services
Please join us in congratulating Charlie Perham on his promotion to Senior Vice President and Director of Planning & Advisory Services. Since joining Matrix nearly a decade ago, Charlie has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership, collaboration, and a strong ‘Matrix First’ mindset in all his work. He played a key role in growing Government Consulting Services (GCS) from just […]