Shavon Charlot named president of SS&A Design Collective 

Kevin Childs assumes the role of vice president 

Montgomery, AL – SS&A Design Collective is pleased to announce Shavon Charlot, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, NCARB, has been named president. She officially assumed the role on November 16, 2024, upon the announcement of the forthcoming retirement of Bob Snider, PE, FHFI, CHC, LEED AP BD+C, principal, who served as president from 2008-2024. 

As president, Shavon manages the internal company operations, oversees the strategic vision, and ensures the firm fulfills its purpose as one of the top-ranked architecture-engineering firms in Alabama and the United States. Previously, Shavon held the role of vice president and director of architecture, among other roles throughout her 15 year-tenure in the firm. 

“I am excited to serve as SS&A’s president. To be trusted by the Board and talented team to lead the firm into the next chapter of its legacy is a great honor and responsibility – and one I don’t take lightly,” stated Shavon. “I look forward to building on a 79-year legacy of excellence, integrity, and good design, as the firm extends its geographic reach, diversifies its portfolio, and expands its client base, celebrating 80 years in business in 2026.” 

Other roles Shavon has held include project manager and architect, managing and designing healthcare and laboratory projects across the United States and in Asia. Ms. Charlot holds a Master of Architecture degree from Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana. 

As part of the leadership transition, Kevin Childs, AIA, LEED AP, assumed the role of vice president, which was previously held by Shavon and vacated when she moved into the role of president. 

About SS&A Design Collective 

SS&A’s purpose is to be an innovator in the design of technically sophisticated facilities, bringing their expertise and collaboration to the forefront of every design commission, managing the most challenging projects that are functional, efficient, and beautiful. Recognized as one of the nation’s top 250 architecture-engineering firms (as reported by Architectural Record) and one of the Top 7 Largest Architectural Firms in Alabama (as ranked by Business Alabama), SS&A is an award-winning, employee-owned, certified small business focused on making a positive impact in the built environment. Established in 1946, the firm’s success and longevity rests with its ability to embrace the needs and mission of its clients, collaborating with owners, contractors, and partners to develop the best solution to meet organizational goals and objectives and serve end users.Some of the firm’s most notable projects to date include the Medical/Dental Clinic Replacement at the Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Medical Clinic Replacement at Holloman AFB, Naval Hospital Guam, Navy Drug Screening Laboratory, Apra Medical/Dental Clinic, and the Fisher Army Dental Lab to name a few. To learn more, visit the website at http://ssainc.com. 

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