Dewberry, a privately held professional services firm, is pleased to announce the promotion of Chris Getz, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, to associate in the firm's Orlando, Florida, office.

As a member of the firm's architectural group, Getz specializes in courts and public safety design. Throughout his nine years of experience, he has planned, programmed, designed, and performed construction administration for new buildings and renovations. Most recently, he supported a public safety operations center design-build project through an accelerated timeframe after 100 straight days of rain-stalled construction.

Getz's work has been recognized by the American Institute of Architect's (AIA) Academy of Architecture for Justice and Orlando chapter as well as Associated Builders and Contractors' Central Florida chapter. He received his bachelor's and master's degrees in architecture from the University of Florida. He is a registered architect and a LEED Accredited Professional BD+C.