Our Team
Nathan Miller – CEO + Founder
Nate Miller is the founder and CEO of PROVING GROUND. Nate has developed trusted relationships with some of the most reputable organizations in the building industry to create strategies, workflows, and tools for enabling a data-driven business process. Nate strives to help his clients discover meaningful, ethical, and practical uses of new technology to support business growth the creation of better built environments.
Steve Sanda – Director of Strategy
Steve Sanda, RA, is Director of Strategy at PROVING GROUND. Steve is a licensed architect with deep experience in design and a passion for technology. His unique professional experience has afforded him numerous opportunities to influence the practice of architecture firms with regional, national, and worldwide exposure. Steve’s goal is to use his experience with IT infrastructure and knowledge of architectural practice to tighten the gap between process and product.
Kristen Schulte – Director of Enterprise Applications
Kristen Schulte, RA, is Director of Enterprise Applications at PROVING GROUND. As a licensed Architect and experienced manager, Kristen joined Proving Ground with firsthand insight into the opportunities of applying new processes and technologies in architectural practice. Kristen has created numerous tools and systems that support the implementation of enterprise-wide adoption of capabilities including model data extraction, BIM automation, and content management.
Brad Williams – Software Developer
Brad Williams, RA, is a Software Developer at PROVING GROUND. Brad is a licensed architect who leverages his professional experience to craft insightful tools for designers. With a background in computational design, he integrates advanced technologies into digital design workflows. His extensive experience in building design pairs with his software development expertise to inform his distinct perspective in shaping technology for the nuanced demands of the architectural design process.
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