Our People

Abigail is an AIA member, and licensed Architect, and has been a partner with The Architects Alliance since 2021. Since returning to Mid-Missouri in 2016 she has overseen many prominent corporate, government, school, and church projects. Abigail grew up in Centertown, attended Helias Catholic High School, and graduated from the University of Kansas with a Master of Architecture degree in 2012. She attends St. Martin Church, serves on the United Way Governing Body, and is passionate about women’s development and leadership organizations in our community. Abigail and her husband Grant stay busy raising their three young boys and working on their family farms.

Notable and Current Project Experience

Helias Catholic High School – Sports Complex, Fieldhouse Renovation and Student Entry Addition, Performing Arts Addition, Baseball/Softball Stadium and Fieldhouse Addition
Missouri Corn Growers New Office Building
Jefferson City School District Early Childhood Center
Cole County EMS
Fulton School District- Elementary School Secure Vestibules, High School Gym Addition
Cathedral of St. Joseph Renovation and Addition
Mid America Bank New Banking and Office Building
Missouri Soybean Center for Soy Innovation
Jefferson City Municipal Court Relocation and Renovation

Curtis Goben is a licensed Architect with The Architects Alliance and recently became a Partner in the firm in 2024.  His leadership experience includes but is not limited to working with both State and local government, municipal, and institutional.  Curtis is involved with AIA Missouri and serves on the Board of Directors, being past President in 2022.  He is also involved with the local Chamber Board of Directors, Government Relations Committee, Civic Progress Group, and volunteering his time to serve on the SEMA Save Coalition for disaster response.  Curtis graduated from Russellville High School, Linn State Technical College, and Kansas State University.  He received recognition as Jefferson City Magazine’s Ones To Watch 2024 for his dedication to the profession and community. Curtis is from the central Missouri area and currently resides in Jefferson City with his fiancé Kayla and daughter Everly.

Notable and Current Project Experience

Cole County Juvenile Center
Riley Chevrolet Dealership
Neef Terrace Apartments Historic Renovation
Fulton State Hospital Cremer Activities Building Structural Repairs and Renovations
Helias Catholic High School Administration, Chapel, and Science Wing Addition
Honda of Jefferson City
Lambert International Airport, Copper Roof Replacement
Jefferson City Fire Department New Fire Station No.2
Missouri State Highway Patrol, Shooting Range, and Classroom Building
Office of Chief Disciplinary Council

Leslie Graduated from The University of Texas at Arlington with a Bachelor of Science in Architecture in 2004. She joined The Architects Alliance shortly after and became a Partner with the firm in 2021. Leslie has been a pivotal part of many of our local school new builds and renovations including ongoing work with Jefferson City School District, Eldon School District, Fulton School District, and Blair Oaks School District. Over the last 20 years with our firm, she has overseen many academic and athletic projects across Mid-Missouri. She served on the Board of Directors for the Chamber of Commerce, is currently the Secretary for the Jefferson City School District City Wide PTO, and participates in a range of community activities and events. Leslie and her Husband Matt are busy supporting their daughter Carly with her high school activities and are very involved in their church.

Notable and Current Project Experience

Jefferson City School District – 20 years of work throughout all buildings and sports complexes throughout the district with the most recent projects including the Jefferson City Early Childhood Center and Middle School Renovations
Fulton School District – High School Admin and Gymnasium Addition, Middle School Addition, Early Childhood Kindergarten Addition
Blair Oaks School District – New High School, Sports Complex
Eldon School District – Elementary Additions, Middle School Addition, Fine Arts Building Renovation, Multi-Purpose FEMA Tornado Shelter, Sports Complex
Special Learning Center
Southern Boone Area YMCA
The LINC
Boys and Girls Club

Larry began his career at The Architects Alliance over 50 years ago after graduating from Jefferson City High School in 1968, Lincoln University in 1970, and Kansas State University with his architectural degree in 1974.  His years of experience and expertise in building materials, construction detailing, and technical specifications are invaluable to the firm. Over the course of his career, he has worked on all project types, establishing trusted and long-term client relationships.  He is an active member of AIA and the local Chamber of Commerce.  Larry dedicates his time to numerous activities such as Jefferson City Host Lions Club and the Alzheimer’s Association.  Larry and his wife DiAnne reside in Jefferson City and together they have 5 children, 16 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren.

As one of our Project Managers, Michelle helps ensure our clients are satisfied and keep project milestones on schedule. She is an asset to many major clients including but not limited to Helias Catholic High School and Jefferson City Area YMCA. She participated in Leadership Jefferson City through the Chamber of Commerce and was the guest Commencement Speaker for the 2008 Graduation from State Technical College of Missouri. She is a graduate of Helias High School and gained her degree in Drafting and Design Engineering Technology from State Technical College of Missouri. Michelle and her husband John live in Wardsville and have 2 daughters both in college.

Notable Project Experience

Blair Oaks High School
Helias Catholic High School- Commons, Fieldhouse Renovation, Student Entry Addition, Performing Arts, Baseball/Softball Stadium, and Fieldhouse Addition
Opies Transport Addition and Renovation
Calvary Lutheran High School
Trinity Lutheran School Addition
Cathedral of St. Joseph School Gym and Performing Arts Expansion
Jefferson City Area YMCA West

Chris, as a Project Manager, is a key component of our Parks and Recreation Portfolios.  He has also taken the lead on many projects for Jefferson City School District. Chris knows the Jefferson City landscape well as he is the President of the Jefferson City Disc Golf Club and helps maintain park courses in his spare time. His degrees from Jefferson City High School and Kansas State University along with his prior experience working with a local cabinet shop have provided a range of specialized skills that ensure our clients’ needs and budget are met. When Chris isn’t drafting away or throwing discs on the course, he is spending time with his wife Jennifer, and their two boys.

Notable and Current Project Experience

Capital Region MU Healthcare Amphitheatre
Riverside Manor Renovation
McClung Park Indoor Pavilion Renovation
Memorial Park Pavilion Renovation
JCFD Station 4 Renovation
Jefferson City High School Renovation
Nichols Career Center Building Trades and Cosmetology Building

Sydney is the newest member of The Architects Alliance team as a graduate of Jefferson City High School and more recently the University of Missouri. She is excited to be starting her career back in her hometown. Sydney assists with drafting, modeling, and project management. She specializes in graphic visualization to help our clients understand the design and promote their projects for marketing and capital campaigns.  During her free time, she lends her musical talents to playing trumpet in the Jefferson City Community Band.

Notable and Current Project Experience

Jefferson City Middle Schools Renovation and Addition
Lincoln University Meat Processing Facility
Rape and Abuse Crisis Center Addition and Renovation
Missouri Girls Town Dining Hall Renovation

As Office Manager, Tina keeps day-to-day operations running smoothly, managing billing, assisting the design staff with administrative tasks, and ensuring our clients’ needs are met.  Tina utilizes over a decade of entrepreneurial experience from operating her professional photography business highlighting the importance of client and customer relations. She enjoys interacting with people and participating in community events. She is originally from Sheridan Colorado and has lived in Central Missouri since 2003 with her three children.

Randy is currently a consulting Architect for The Architects Alliance.  He is a 1971 Jefferson City High School graduate and a 1976 Kansas State University graduate.  He worked for The Architects Alliance from 1976-1993, he was the State of Missouri Director of Design and Construction from 1993-2005, and the Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce President from 2005 until he retired in 2020.  During his initial tenure at The Architects Alliance, Randy managed over 100 separate projects in a variety of market sectors.  His extensive experience and community relationships are invaluable to our office. Randy has been married to his wife Grace for 45 years and they have 3 sons and 5 grandchildren to fill their time.