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MAA Appoints LEINBACK to New Role

December 12, 2023

DALLASDecember 12, 2023Merriman Anderson Architects (MAA) announces Mike Leinback, AIA, has joined MAA in a new position as director of process management and improvement. According to MAA, a 40-year architecture career gives Leinback a unique perspective on the advances and changes in technology, procedures, and processes that define the backbone of an active firm’s workflow.

Leinback’s mission is to strategize with the MAA team to develop best practices at every level of its architectural and design product delivery. His multifaceted experience allows insight into the overall process, primarily related to the production and management of construction documents and construction administration. MAA projects often entail exterior and interior architecture, space planning, interior design, graphic design, 3D visualization, and more.

“Anyone who has been involved in the practice of architecture over the past several decades is aware of the remarkable advancements in every aspect of the business,” said Milton Anderson, president of MAA. By overseeing the myriad processes within a multidisciplinary firm such as MAA, Mike can help us develop solid creative solutions that serve all.”

Leinback’s architectural career includes time at his boutique firm, producing and managing various educational, religious, retail, financial, and large-scale industrial projects. His experience at different architecture firms has helped him identify areas for improvement and will help MAA facilitate refined processes and seamless project execution.

“I look forward to helping the firm continue to streamline successful operations and processes based on the knowledge I’ve gained from my 40-year career in the architecture and design industry,” said Leinback.