William Alton Director of Architecture Jodi has played an integral role in many architectural and interior design projects for The Hettema Group since 2009, including Dragons Wild Shooting at Lotte World, the Malaysia Truly Asia Center, the High Roller Observation Wheel in Las Vegas, DreamWorks Water Park, Meadowlands, and was Lead Architectural Designer for the One World Observatory experience at the World Trade Center in New York City. She is currently in charge of the architectural design for a major theme park in Asia. Jodi was Director of Design at Scenery West Design & Construction, creating turnkey projects involving multiple disciplines, specialty consultants, architectural facility interface, and show integration. She was responsible for projects including Sony’s Where the Wild Things Are attraction in Japan, Sea World’s Cirque de la Mer show in San Diego, Fort Worth Zoo’s Texas Wild! eight-acre expansion, five GameWorks entertainment centers throughout the U.S., and Oakley flagship stores. As Senior Associate at JKI International Architectural & Planning, Jodi executed multiple design/build projects domestically as well as interior entertainment facilities and attractions internationally. Jodi was also a consultant to Walt Disney Imagineering, assisting with exteriors and interiors for Disney’s California Adventure. EDUCATION B.A., Architecture California State Polytechnic University, Pomona M.A., Urban Design & Planning Technical University of Athens NOTABLE PROJECTS One World Observatory One World Trade Center, New York City High Roller Observation Wheel, Las Vegas Back to team

William Alton Director of Facility Design Dan has played an influential role in the inception and conceptualization of thematic and facility design projects around the world for 20+ years.  His abilities to understand the client needs, collaborate in the development of the program and spatially plan projects has been the focus of his experiences.  Project contributions for notable projects and clients include a range of Master Planning, Facility Design, Spatial Programming, Queue Analysis, Partner Integration, and Blue-sky development of innovative new ride systems.  Dan is also a noted inventor with multiple patents for ride systems, restraint systems and operational components.  Dan has a vast tribal knowledge of theme park components and a strong understanding of operational considerations in the early design phases of projects.  Dan’s 12+ years at Universal Creative allowed him to contribute to a vast number of projects with some notable IP’s including the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Nintendo, Illumination, DreamWorks, Hasbro and many others.  Prior to Universal Creative, Dan conducted facility designs within the traditional architecture world with a range of projects including Hospitality, Commercial, Mixed Use, Residential, Institutional and Religious. NOTABLE PROJECTS & CLIENTS Universal Studios Florida – Opened and Non-disclosed Projects Islands Of Adventure – Opened and Non-disclosed Projects Universal Studios Hollywood – Non-disclosed Projects Universal Studios Japan – Opened and Non-disclosed Projects Universal Studios Singapore – Non-disclosed Projects Universal Epic Universe Non-disclosed thematic projects for Universal Creative and New Business Ventures Back to team

William Alton Experience Designer With a background and passion in architecture, Connor has dealt with projects in all facets of design. Upon graduation, he worked for a nonprofit that specialized in mixed-use projects specifically in Southern California, helping lead teams to numerous winning competitions for master plans and redevelopments. He strives for perfecting details and loves seeing projects from conception to construction. With a shift towards entertainment design and development, his background in travel and design allows a unique look at different aspects of projects, with a keen eye to the structure, constructibility, and experience.  With his renewed focus on design-centered experiences, he strives to create unique, impactful, and successful moments for visitors. EDUCATION California Polytechnic State University Pomona (2010-2015), College of Environmental Design, Bachelors of Architecture NOTABLE PROJECTS Dodger Stadium Centerfield, Los Angeles, California Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash, Universal Studios Hollywood, California Meow Wolf, Denver, Colorado Back to team

William Alton Show Set Project Manager Jessica serves as the interface between the Creative and Architecture departments to develop, coordinate, and deliver all architectural /experience show packages. She manages and provide document control for all digital assets for the Architecture department as well as providing 2D and 3D digital drawing support for Architecture team. Prior to THG, Jessica spent 15 years in the home remodeling industry, gaining diverse experience in construction and project management. She graduated valedictorian with a degree in set and exhibit design before crossing over into the themed entertainment world. EDUCATION B.S. in Set & Exhibit Design, The Art Institute of California Hollywood NOTABLE PROJECTS Richard Nixon Presidential Library & Museum, Yorba Linda, CA Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, UAE DreamWorks WaterPark, East Rutherford, NJ Theme Park Experience Center, Orlando, FL Back to team