LEO A DALY Promotes John Somerville to Executive Vice President
LEO A DALY Promotes John Somerville to Executive Vice President
LEO A DALY, a nationally recognized planning, architecture, engineering, and interior design firm, today announced the promotion of John Somerville to Executive Vice President.
This expanded role builds on Somerville’s leadership of LEO A DALY’s federal market over the past three years and reflects the firm’s continued focus on significantly growing its federal sector capability and focus. As Executive Vice President and Senior Director for Federal Programs, Somerville will lead long-term growth initiatives across defense, civilian, and federal health agencies, while strengthening strategic client relationships and positioning the firm for sustained success.
Somerville previously served as Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, while concurrently leading the firm’s federal market. In that capacity, he played a critical role in advancing operational performance, aligning delivery teams, and expanding LEO A DALY’s federal presence. His promotion formalizes and elevates his long-standing leadership of the federal sector and extends his impact across enterprise-level growth initiatives. In his new role, Somerville will also collaborate closely with the firm’s Chief Executive Officer on other key strategic initiatives that support LEO A DALY’s long-term growth and market diversification. “The federal market is a cornerstone of LEO A DALY’s growth strategy, and John has already demonstrated what strong, focused leadership can achieve in this space,” said Ed Benes, PE, Chief Executive Officer of LEO A DALY. “This expanded role recognizes the results he has delivered and the confidence we have in his ability to drive the next phase of growth. John’s deep understanding of our clients, operations, and strategic opportunities makes him an indispensable partner as we continue to scale our federal programs.”
With decades of experience across design and federal program leadership, Somerville is known for building high-performing teams, cultivating enduring client partnerships, and delivering complex programs. As Executive Vice President and Senior Director for Federal Programs, he will play a central role in shaping LEO A DALY’s future by expanding its federal footprint and advancing critical enterprise growth initiatives.
