“I would like to congratulate each and every one of these outstanding architects on their recent promotions,” said KAI President Darren L. James, FAIA. “Their leadership, expertise and dedication have helped elevate our Dallas-Fort Worth office and expand KAI’s impact across the region. Blaik RitchieBlaik Ritchie – Senior Principal – Design Operations Ritchie joined KAI in March 2025 as Principal of Architecture. As Senior Principal of Design Operations, he oversees design operations across KAI, leading initiatives that strengthen collaboration, standardize processes and improve project delivery throughout the firm. KAI Design is in excellent hands with this next evolution of key leaders.”