DLR Group Hires Higher Education Business Development Leader

  • By Matt Jones
  • 06/12/25

Integrated design firm DLR Group recently announced that Senior Associate Megan Todd will serve as its new Higher Education Business Development Leader, according to a news release. Her responsibilities will include building the firm’s reach and client relationships in the California higher education sector, based out of San Diego. She has more than two decades of industry experience in business development.

“Todd brings a breadth of industry insight that will be instrumental in strengthening our presence throughout California,” said Stu Rothenberger, AIA, LEED AP, DLR Group Senior Principal and Global Higher Education Leader.  “Known for her professionalism, approachability, and strategic mindset, Todd is well-positioned to elevate client relationships and inspire meaningful progress across the higher education sector.”

Her background has built up professional strengths of client engagement, building lasting partnerships, strategic messaging, and recognizing the importance of storytelling, the news release reports. She also specializes in spearheading proposal and pursuit strategies, as ell as advising emerging professionals.

According to the news release, she is also “passionate about creating inclusive spaces for professional development, particularly for women in the industry. She believes that empowering others through mentorship and visibility is key to long-term success.”

“As I begin my journey with DLR Group, I am committed to leveraging extensive experience in business development to drive growth in the Higher Education sector across California,” said Todd. “My focus will be on creating sustainable, collaborative, and future-ready campus environments.”

About the Author

Matt Jones is senior editor of Spaces4Learning. He can be reached at [email protected].

Featured

  • KI Wall Demonstrates New Solutions at NeoCon 2025

    KI Wall attended NeoCon 2025 in Chicago, Ill., last month to showcase its new architectural wall systems and collaborations, according to a news release. Its customizable, design-forward wall solutions are intended to support creativity in work, education, and healthcare environments.

  • CSU Pueblo Installs Solar-Powered Charging Benches

    Colorado State University Pueblo (CSU Pueblo) recently announced that it has installed four solar-powered charging benches from Bluebolt Outdoor, LLC, according to a news release.

  • Designing Learning Spaces that Support Student Mental Health and Wellness

    In today’s education landscape, schools are more than just centers for learning; they are integral to the holistic development and well-being of students. The global pandemic underscored the importance of addressing mental health in schools, as productivity dropped, stress levels rose and students faced challenges managing emotions.

  • i-PRO, NovoTrax Partner for New School Emergency Response Solution

    i-PRO Americas, Inc., which manufactures edge computing cameras, recently announced a partnership with NovoTrax, provider of end-to-end life safety and mass notification solutions, to address gaps in emergency response workflows at K–12 schools, according to a news release.