Originally from Indianapolis, Indiana, and a graduate of Purdue University, Jay has dedicated more than 38 years to the practice of landscape architecture, shaping parks, trails, streetscapes, resorts, residential communities, and institutional environments throughout Florida and beyond. After retiring from his full-time role at Catalyst in September 2026, he remains an integral part of the team, continuing to serve part-time as a design leader in Orlando. What was intended to be a one-year internship in Florida turned into a complete relocation and jumpstart to his career. He discovered the “Florida Lifestyle,” and he and his high school sweetheart, Kim, now married 40 years, decided to stay in Florida where they enjoy the hills and lakefront living of Clermont. Jay has worked on a broad spectrum of projects ranging in scope and scale from regional master plans to design details.

People might be surprised to learn:
Jay is a music man! He played the Sousaphone (brass instrument) in the Purdue All American Marching Band and currently sings in the Central Florida Community Arts Choir.

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