Done Deals: Ware Malcomb announces leadership news in Pleasanton, CA office

Saturday, April 22, 2023

Ware Malcomb announces leadership news in Pleasanton, CA office

Kirsten Lien

Pleasanton, CA – Ware Malcomb, an award-winning international design firm, announced the hire of Leonard Camposano as Director, Architecture and the promotion of Kirsten Lien to Director, Interior Architecture & Design in the firm’s Pleasanton office.

In their respective roles, Camposano and Lien will be responsible for leading the growth and management of their studios for the Pleasanton office.

Leonard Camposano

Camposano brings more than 25 years of experience in architecture, design, planning, construction and management to his new role at Ware Malcomb.

Camposano earned a Master of Science degree in Advanced Architectural Design from Columbia University, a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Pratt Institute and is a licensed Architect in the state of New York.

Jim Terry

“We’re excited to welcome Leonard to the Ware Malcomb team,” said Jim Terry, Principal for Ware Malcomb. “His leadership and architecture industry experience will greatly contribute to the continued growth of our Architecture Studio.”

Lien joined Ware Malcomb 21 years ago, most recently serving as Regional Operations Manager for the firm’s Pleasanton, San Francisco and Seattle offices, while maintaining client relationships for the Pleasanton office.

Now focused solely on the Pleasanton office, her new role includes client development, team management and overseeing all Interiors projects.

Lien earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design from North Dakota State University and a National Council for Interior Design Qualification.

Gary Drew

“Kirsten’s vast experience and operational knowledge have had a significant impact throughout the company,” says Gary Drew, Principal for Ware Malcomb.

“We are excited to see Kirsten take the Interior Architecture & Design team to new heights through this well-deserved promotion.”