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Edmond, OK
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December 19, 2025

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FRAN RYAN

****.*******@*****.*** ***** Candy Tuft Lane

405-***-**** Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73162

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Summary:

Over thirty years’ experience with major architecture/engineering firms as Project Manager and Designer of medium to large projects. Ten Semesters of successful teaching experience at two state universities. Exceptional skills in collaboration, communication, organization, documentation, and timeliness. Major strengths include leadership and team building, mentoring, planning and managing, professional practice and scheduling.

Education:

MS in Construction Science, 1995, University of Oklahoma. CDT – Construction Documents Technologist, 2000.

BA in Interior Design with a minor in Marketing, 1968, University of Oklahoma. Continuing Education

Numerous IIDA CEUs, AIA CEUs.

2006 LEED Training Seminar.

2002 Oklahoma Sustainability Network Seminar.

2000 Department of the Army, Sustainable Design & Development Training Regimen.

1999 – Present: Manufacturers’ CEUs.

1998 DHS Leadership Training.

1996 BOCA Seminar.

Leadership DHS Institute: Department of Human Services, State of Oklahoma. Norman, Oklahoma. 1996.

Leadership Training, Human Resources Development Services, Office of Personnel Management, State of Oklahoma, 1995.

Leadership Training, Center for Professional Development, Department of Human Services. State of Oklahoma, 1995.

The 1993 International Conference and Exhibition on Health Facility Planning, Design and Construction, New Orleans, Louisiana.

ADA Design Seminar, Tulsa, Oklahoma, 1991.

1988 Mike Linn Graphic Workshop, two week intensive multi-media seminar, Manhattan, Kansas. Professional Associations:

Licensed Interior Designer, State of Oklahoma: ID5133 National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCDIQ), Certificate No. 013274 International Interior Design Association (IIDA), Membership No. 115517 Federal Certifications:

Bureau of Indian Affairs, Talihina Agency

Indian Health Service, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Choctaw Tribe / Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma

Awards:

IIDA Interior Design Award, Honorable Mention 2007 Sherwin Williams Award of Merit, 2002

ASID Oklahoma Excellence in Design Award for Institutional Design, 2001 American School & University Magazine Architectural Portfolio, 2001 ASID Oklahoma Excellence in Design Award for Healthcare, 1998, 1997 FRAN RYAN, LID

****.*******@*****.*** 12220 Candy Tuft Lane

405-***-**** Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73162

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Academic Experience:

College of Architecture, University of Oklahoma, 830 Van Vleet Oval, Norman, Oklahoma 73135- 1100, 405-***-****.

Adjunct Instructor, Spring 1994, "Professional Practice I: Materials, Specifications, and Codes, ID 3783".

Adjunct Instructor, Spring 1993, "Professional Practice I: Materials, Specifications, and Codes, ID 3783".

Visiting Instructor, Spring 1992, "Senior Design V Studio, ID 4776".

Visiting Assistant Professor, Spring 1989, "Design Studio".

Visiting Assistant Professor, Fall 1988, "Professional Practice".

Visiting Assistant Professor, Spring 1988, "Architectural Interior Design, ARCH 4573".

Visiting Assistant Professor, Spring 1987, "Professional Practice".

Visiting Assistant Professor, Fall 1986, "Materials and Specifications" and "Interior Design Studio".

Juror for numerous Junior and Senior Design Studios. Oklahoma Christian University of Science and Arts, 2501 E Memorial Road, Box 11000, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73136, 405-***-****.

Adjunct Instructor, Fall 1992 and 1996, "Interior Design Career Management, AR4613". Research and Reports:

In-House Construction Services in Private Health Care Facilities. (1995). Special study evaluating Oklahoma City regional trends via ten local sites. Filed in College of Architecture, University of Oklahoma.

Tecumseh Crossing. (1995). Dave Gurley, Eric Williams, Fran Oden, Bill Harrell. Developed feasibility study, market analysis and schematic design for site, and target tenant group for multi-family development in Norman, Oklahoma.

Property Acquisition Schedule. (1995). Incorporated Microsoft Project in the research and management methods for leasing and procuring property for the Department of Human Services as mandated by the Legislature and Commission.

Technological Support Evaluation Team Report. (1994). Co-authored study of ninety facilities in seventy-seven Oklahoma counties via team site visits to evaluate and estimate cost of space, mechanical, and electrical requirements to support new electronic equipment in the "Model County Project".

Space Management Program Report. (1994). Space use and cost analysis justification study for office of Personnel Management, State of Oklahoma.

Recreational Camps of Southwestern Oklahoma. (1993). An exploration of the vernacular architecture of Medicine Park in the Wichita Mountains and Camp Classen in the Arbuckles. Prepared for ARCH. 4443(6990) "The American Built Environment".

Americans with Disabilities Signage Evaluation for The Department of Human Services. (1992). Research of alternative solutions and cost analysis to comply with ADA requirements. Established budget and specifications for bond money funding.

Oklahoma Medical Center Facility Standards Policy for Finish Materials and Colors. (1992). Research, design development, life cycle cost analysis of interior finishes. OMC Policy and Procedure (#92-23). Capabilities Manual for the Architecture, Engineering, and Planning Unit, DHS. (1991). Co-authored study of multi-discipline support services provided to DHS and other agencies as requested. Examining an Ergonomic Workplace for the Department of Human Services. (1989). Studied risk management and productivity impact in an ergonomically sensitive environment. FRAN RYAN, LID

****.*******@*****.*** 12220 Candy Tuft Lane

405-***-**** Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73162

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Professional Experience:

Interior Designer: 1990-Present - Fran Ryan Associates: Developed proposal for City of Oklahoma City Lake Hefner North Dam Access Trail. Remodeled mid-century modern house in Summerfield, Oklahoma City, OK. Launched Red Cedar Ranch Events, LLC to provide event sites and services. Designed and constructed re-purposed ranch house on 80 acre Red Cedar Ranch southeast of Duncan. Designed commercial kitchens for K-12, higher education, and public works for FDP. Developed multiple site corporate office Master Plan for CMS Willowbrook in Chickasha, Oklahoma City and Tulsa. Evaluated re-purpose of circa early twentieth century Power Plant for Duncan Little Theater. Initiated space utilization Program, and teamed with Allen Brown, AIA for Feasibility Study. Specifications Writer: 2020-2024 - ADG Blatt P.C., 920 W. Main, Oklahoma City, OK 73106. Prepare Project Manuals for Multi-Family, Healthcare, Educational, and Corporate projects. Designer, 2018-2020, Foodservice Design Professionals, 2655 Villa Creek Dr., Suite 233, Farmers Branch, TX 75234, 972-***-****. Teamed with Architects and Owners to develop foodservice solutions in K-12, university, commercial, and church facilities including equipment plans and specifications. Facility Management Space Planner, 2014-2016, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Durant, OK, 580-***-****. Liaison to FSB Architects to define finish and FF&E standards for new CNO Headquarters. Developed Change Management Program for assimilation of 800 employees to new HDQ. Created Move Management Plan for relocation of 800 employees to new HDQ. Established Liquidation Plan for existing FF&E. Continuously enlarged and relocated CNO Administrative Departments in response to exponential growth.

Associate, and Director of Interior Design, 2004-2011, LWPB Architecture, 5909 NW Expressway, Suite 600, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73132, 405-***-****. Responsible for directing staff of six Interior Designers, project management, specification writing. Project Manager, 1999-2004, LWPB Architects and Planners, P.C., 5909 NW Expressway, Suite 600, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73132, 405-***-****. Responsible for project management, specification writing, programming, space planning, interior design. Program Supervisor, 1994-1999, State of Oklahoma, Department of Human Services, Architecture, Engineering and Planning Unit, 940 NE 13th, Room 5N400, PO Box 26307, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73126, 405-***-****. Managed Interior Design and Space Planning for DHS Facilities (five million square feet); The University Hospitals (two million square feet); and other state agencies as requested. Interior Design and Space Planning Coordinator, 1989-1994, State of Oklahoma, Department of Human Services, Architecture, Engineering and Planning Unit, 940 NE 13th, Room 5N400, PO Box 26307, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73126, Provided Interior Design and Space Planning services and developed facility standards for finish materials and furnishings for Oklahoma Medical Center, and DHS offices, detention centers, and campuses for the physically challenged. Interior Design and Space Planning Consultant, 1976-Present, Successfully completed commercial projects on an hourly and fee-type basis for architecture/engineering firms and corporate clients. Design Coordinator and Space Planner, 1978-1979, Scott Rice Company, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Organized Interior Design department. Supervisor over two assistant designers. Coordinator of 10,000 square foot showroom.

Director of Interior Design, 1975-1976, Benham-Blair and Affiliates, Inc., Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Expanded Interior Design department for multi-office architecture/engineering firm. Completed one hundred million dollar Wilford Hall Medical Center, Lackland Air Force Base, and coordinated design with numerous government agencies.

Interior Designer, 1969-1975, Frankfurt-Short-Emery-McKinley, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Established Interior Design department providing services to federal, institutional, and corporate clients. FRAN RYAN, LID

****.*******@*****.*** 12220 Candy Tuft Lane

405-***-**** Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73162

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Community Service:

Focus on Home, 2022-Present.

Choir, Quail Springs Baptist Church, 2009-Present.

Set design, drama, choir, committees, Village Baptist Church, 1972-2009.

Team, SBC/PEP, Chapel Construction Teofilo Otoni, Minas Gerais, Brazil, 1996. Professional Projects 1999-Present:

Fran Ryan Associates

CMSWillowbrook Construction Management: Developed Master Plan for Chickasha and Oklahoma City offices.

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma

CNO new headquarters, Durant, OK: Liaison to FSB Architects to define finish and FF&E standards.

Developed Change Management Program for assimilation of 800 employees to new HDQ.

Created Move Management Plan for relocation of 800 employees to new HDQ.

Established Liquidation Plan for existing FF&E.

Continuously enlarged and relocated CNO Administrative Departments in response to exponential growth.

LWPB Architects

Ft. Lewis Battalion Ops, Seattle, WA: CID including $3 mil FF&E.

Armed Forces Reserve Centers in Norman, OK. and Mustang, OK.: CID including $12 mil FF&E.

Numerous projects, Tinker AFB, 2003-Present.

LWPB Corporate Headquarters, 2006.

Consolidated Logistics Complex, Vance AFB, 2005, Interior Design.

Douglass High School, Oklahoma City, 2003-2004.

Noble Middle School, Noble Oklahoma, 2002.

New Elementary School, Sapulpa, Oklahoma, 2001.

New Middle School, Shawnee, Oklahoma, 2000.

Professional Projects 1989-1999:

State of Oklahoma

Department of Human Services

State Offices, 1996-1998.

Sequoyah Building, Asbestos abatement and remodel. Relocation of 407 employees in interim and permanent locations of Phases I, II, III within 152,895 sq. ft of existing facility, and 193 employees within interim remote space of 37,080 sq. ft.

County Office Building Design Standards. 1995-1996. Developed and supervised the implementation of architectural standards including plans and specifications.

Comanche County Offices, Lawton, 30,000 sq. ft, 1995.

Juvenile Shelter, 5909 Classen Blvd., Oklahoma City, 40 beds, 22,665 sq. ft, 1994.

North Tulsa County Office, 3665 N Peoria, Tulsa, 32,784 sq. ft, 1991.

Numerous County office buildings, 1989-1999.

Office of State Finance, North and east wings, first floor, State Capitol Building, Oklahoma City, Construction documents for renovation and systems furniture, 1993. Office of Personnel Management, Basement and Ground Floors, Jim Thorpe Building, Oklahoma City, Schematic Design, 26,000 sq. ft, 1994-1998. Department of Rehabilitative Services, Schematic plans for numerous county offices. Office of Juvenile Affairs

Numerous Juvenile Detention Centers, 6-24 beds. 1995-1996.

Juvenile Detention Centers, 7-10 beds, Woodward, Muskogee, Norman, and Enid, 1989-1990. FRAN RYAN, LID

****.*******@*****.*** 12220 Candy Tuft Lane

405-***-**** Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73162

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The University Hospitals, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Children's Hospital of Oklahoma

Urology Clinic, First Floor, MRI Tower, 6,600 sq. ft, 1998.

Orthopedic Center, Second Floor, MRI Tower, 9,465 sq. ft, 1995.

Heart Center, Third Floor, Bielstein Tower, 6,935 sq. ft, 1992.

Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Sixth Floor, Garrison Tower, 22,000 sq. ft, 1990. University Hospital

Arrhythmia Research Institute, Sixth Floor, Everett Tower, 17,000 sq. ft, 1999.

Labor, Delivery, Recovery Suites, Fourth Floor, Everett Tower, 10,367 sq. ft, six beds, 1997.

OB/GYN Women’s Clinic, Fourth Floor, Everett Tower, 11,601 sq. ft, 1996.

Cardiology Clinic, Seventh Floor West, Everett Tower, 12,950 sq. ft, 1996.

Faculty Bed Units. Tenth, Ninth, Eighth, and Seventh Floors, Everett Tower, 9,600 sq. ft per floor, forty beds per floor, 1990-1994.

University of Oklahoma Institute for Breast Health. Second Floor, South Pavilion, Health Sciences Center, 5,354 sq. ft, 1993.

Professional Projects 1969-1989:

American Airlines, Inc.

Executive Offices &

Computer Center

Tulsa, Oklahoma

American Softball Association

Softball Hall of Fame

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Baptist Medical Center

Child Care Center

Phase IIIA

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Benham Blair & Affiliates

Corporate Offices

Condominium

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Charles S. Givens Interests, Inc.

Tenant Lease Space

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Continental Oil Company

Offices

Ponca City, Oklahoma

Federal Reserve Bank

Personnel Department

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Frankfurt-Short-Emery-McKinley

Corporate Offices

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Fruehauf Trailers

Offices

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

General Motors Corporation

Assembly Division

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

The Hertz Corporation

Computer & Reservation Center

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Kerr-McGee Corporation

Kerr-McGee Center

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Lear Siegler Institute

Offices

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Local Federal Savings & Loan

Corporate Offices

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Los Alamos Scientific Laboratory

Laboratory Support Facility/DOE

Los Alamos, New Mexico

Mobil Oil Corporation

Midwest Films Plant & Offices

Shawnee, Oklahoma

Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co.

Offices

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Southwestern Bank & Trust Co.

Remodel and Expansion

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

TG&Y Stores Company

Central Offices

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

TOTCO

Space Planning of Office

Addition

Norman, Oklahoma

Touche Ross & Company

Offices

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

University of Oklahoma

Dental School

Teaching Hospital

Business Services

Department

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

U.S. Air Force

Logistics Building Remodel

Tinker Air Force Base

Midwest City, Oklahoma

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Ft Leonard Wood Hospital

Ft Leonard Wood, MO

Ft Sill Commissary Lawton, OK

Wilford Hall Medical Center

Lackland Air Force Base

San Antonio, Texa

FRAN RYAN, LID

****.*******@*****.*** 12220 Candy Tuft Lane

405-***-**** Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73162

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