Emily Mc Guffey Ulrick
About Emily Mc Guffey Ulrick
Emily Mc Guffey Ulrick is a Regional Sciences Practice Area Leader at Gensler, where she has worked since 2000 in various roles, including Senior Associate and Studio Director. She specializes in workplace design for the sciences and energy sectors and manages global pharmaceutical accounts while mentoring young professionals.
Current Role at Gensler
Emily Mc Guffey Ulrick serves as the Regional Sciences Practice Area Leader at Gensler, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing projects related to global pharmaceutical accounts, including Novartis, IQVIA, and Allergan. Additionally, she has been a Senior Associate at Gensler since 2017 and has taken on the role of Studio Director since 2019. Her expertise lies in the workplace sciences and energy practice area, where she focuses on optimizing client portfolios and facilitating mergers and acquisitions.
Previous Experience in Interior Design
Emily Mc Guffey Ulrick has a diverse background in interior design, having worked at several firms before her current role at Gensler. She was an Interior Designer at Susman Tisdale Gayle from 2004 to 2006 and at The Design Alliance from 2006 to 2011. During her time at Gensler, she held various positions, including Interior Designer from 2000 to 2004 and Project Manager from 2014 to 2019. This extensive experience has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of both client and service provider perspectives in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry.
Education and Expertise
Emily Mc Guffey Ulrick earned her Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from The University of Texas at Austin, where she studied from 1996 to 2000. Her educational background laid the foundation for her career in interior design and project management. Over the years, she has developed specialized skills in workplace sciences and energy, enabling her to effectively manage complex projects and contribute to the success of her clients in the pharmaceutical sector.
Mentorship and Professional Development
Emily Mc Guffey Ulrick actively participates in mentoring and coaching young professionals through Gensler’s gConnect program and the Gensler Morristown Mentoring Committee. Her commitment to professional development extends beyond her project management responsibilities, as she seeks to foster growth and learning within the next generation of designers. This involvement reflects her dedication to the industry and her desire to support emerging talent.