DLR Group recently welcomed Senior Associate Megan Todd as Higher Education Business Development Leader. Based in the San Diego office, Todd will advance the firm’s reach and client relationships within the California region’s higher education sector. With over two decades of AEC industry business development experience, Todd brings a strategic, client-centered approach to engagement and cultivating lasting partnerships.
“Todd brings a breadth of industry insight that will be instrumental in strengthening our presence throughout California,” said DLR Group Senior Principal and Global Higher Education Leader Stu Rothenberger, AIA, LEED AP. “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.”
Recognized by The San Diego Business Journal as a “Leader of Influence,” Todd’s background in public communication and her history in marketing have grounded her in the importance of storytelling and strategic messaging. Todd’s expertise lies in cultivating meaningful partnerships, spearheading proposal and pursuit strategies, and advising emerging professionals to develop confidence in networking and client engagement.
Todd is 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. Her understanding is that authentic connections and shared goals create impactful, long-lasting outcomes.
“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. My focus will be on creating sustainable, collaborative, and future-ready campus environments,” said Todd.
About DLR Group
DLR Group is an integrated design firm delivering architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, and building optimization for new construction, renovation, and adaptive reuse. Our promise is to elevate the human experience through design. This promise inspires sustainable design for a diverse group of public and private sector clients; local communities; and our planet. DLR Group is 100 percent employee-owned and fully supports the initiatives and goals of the 2030 Challenge and is an initial signatory to the China Accord and the AIA 2030 Commitment.
