Theresa Sheils

Biografía: Theresa is the Co-Regional Managing Principal of Gensler’s Asia Pacific and Middle East (APME) region. Previously, she spent 28 years in Gensler’s DC office, seven of which she spent as Co-Managing Director of that office, working on some of the firm’s most complex international architecture and interior design projects. She is known for being a strategic advisor, leading client and consultant teams in tackling the challenges facing our cities across the globe. Theresa is a proponent of sustainable design and is adept at developing high-performance design solutions that use leading technology to reduce energy use and mitigate negative effects on the environment. A fellow of the AIA, Theresa’s portfolio spans notable international projects in the areas of hospitality, corporate headquarters and education, among others. Theresa serves as a member of Gensler’s Board of Directors and a member of the American Institute of Architects and the Urban Land Institute.