Temple Hills, Maryland — August 7, 2026 — Arel Architects, Inc. is pleased to announce the promotion of Donisia Gary to Vice President of Production, recognizing her exceptional leadership, technical expertise, and longstanding commitment to design excellence and project delivery.

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In her new role, Mrs. Gary will oversee the firm's production operations, providing strategic leadership for project development, quality assurance, technical coordination, production standards, and project delivery across Arel's diverse portfolio. She will work closely with the firm's leadership team to ensure that every project reflects Arel Architects' commitment to innovation, quality, client service, and operational excellence.

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Throughout her tenure with Arel Architects, Mrs. Gary has consistently demonstrated outstanding leadership, technical proficiency, and a collaborative approach that has earned the confidence of clients, consultants, and colleagues alike. Her ability to guide multidisciplinary teams, mentor emerging professionals, and successfully manage complex projects has played a significant role in the firm's continued growth and reputation for excellence.

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"Donisia has distinguished herself through her dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional architectural services," said Ronald Lipford, Principal and Chief Executive Officer of Arel Architects, Inc. "Her promotion reflects both her accomplishments and the confidence we have in her ability to lead our production team as we continue to expand our practice and serve our clients with excellence."

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As Vice President of Production, Ms. Gary will be responsible for advancing the firm's production processes, strengthening quality control initiatives, improving project delivery efficiencies, and fostering professional development among the architectural staff. Her leadership will support Arel Architects' continued mission of providing innovative, responsive, and technically sound architectural solutions for public, private, institutional, healthcare, commercial, and faith-based clients.

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"I am honored by this opportunity and grateful for the trust placed in me," said Ms. Gary. "Arel Architects has built a strong legacy of design excellence and client service. I look forward to working with our talented team as we continue to deliver projects that positively impact the communities we serve.

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This promotion represents another important milestone in Arel Architects' continued investment in leadership development and organizational growth. As the firm expands its services and project portfolio, strengthening its executive leadership ensures that Arel remains well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of its clients while maintaining the highest standards of design, technical excellence, and professional service.

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About Arel Architects, Inc.

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Founded in 1991, Arel Architects, Inc. is a full-service architectural and planning firm providing comprehensive design, planning, construction administration, and project management services throughout the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond. The firm serves government agencies, educational institutions, healthcare providers, corporate organizations, faith-based institutions, and private-sector clients with innovative, sustainable, and client-focused architectural solutions. Arel Architects is recognized for its commitment to quality, integrity, technical excellence, and building lasting relationships with its clients.

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Media Contact

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Ronald Lipford

Principal & Chief Executive Officer

Arel Architects, Inc.

Rlipford@arelarechitects.com

www.arelarchitecs.com