June highlights an ongoing shift across the development industry: growth opportunities are becoming more diverse, requiring teams to balance flexibility with disciplined execution.
As brands continue expanding into new markets and pursuing creative development strategies, success depends on strong coordination, informed decision-making, and the ability to navigate complexity without losing momentum.
In this issue, we explore how Zaxbys is supporting growth through flexible development approaches, celebrate Bob McCormick’s promotion to Senior Technical Advisor, and take a closer look at the coordinated retrofit process that helps APD streamline complex rollout programs. We also share exciting company news and highlight upcoming opportunities to connect with our team.
Across every engagement, our focus remains the same: helping clients reduce uncertainty, improve coordination, and move projects forward with confidence.
On the Boards
Zaxbys Continues Momentum with Flexible Growth Strategy
As Zaxbys continues expanding into new markets, the brand’s flexible development strategy is creating opportunities across a wide range of site types and formats. Learn how innovative prototype designs, adaptive reuse projects, and non-traditional locations are supporting continued growth, and how APD Engineering & Architecture partners with franchisees to help bring these projects to life through integrated architecture, engineering, and permitting services.
Team Spotlight
APD Celebrates Bob McCormick’s Promotion
APD is proud to announce the promotion of Bob McCormick to Senior Technical Advisor.
Throughout his career, Bob has built a reputation for technical problem-solving, collaborative leadership, and supporting complex commercial projects from design through coordination and execution. His experience spans prototype development, ground-up commercial work, and technical coordination through challenging jurisdictional approval processes.
In his new role, Bob will continue helping strengthen technical collaboration, project delivery, and mentorship across APD teams.
Behind Every Successful Retrofit Project
From LiDAR scanning and existing conditions modeling to permitting and construction administration, APD’s integrated retrofit process helps clients move projects forward with precision and confidence.
Announcements
Recognized by Zweig Group as a 2026 Hot Firm, APD has been named among the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and construction firms in the United States and Canada.
Upcoming Events
APD is looking forward to attending the 2026 Jack in the Box Leadership Conference, taking place July 13–17 in Maui, Hawaii. This annual event brings together franchisees, operators, and industry partners to collaborate, share insights, and explore opportunities shaping the future of the brand.
As a proud partner of Jack in the Box since 2017 and serving as Prototype Architect since 2023, APD continues to play an active role in supporting the brand’s evolving design and development initiatives.
Our presence at this year’s conference reflects our commitment to strengthening existing relationships, aligning with franchisees and operators, and contributing to the next phase of growth for the brand.
Representing APD will be Todd Markevicz, Senior Principal of Civil Engineering, and Nick Spaziani, Senior Project Lead, both of whom bring extensive experience supporting multi-site retail and quick-service programs.
If you are attending, we invite you to connect with our team ahead of the event.
