Tinker Ma, LLC announce the promotion of Jessica Latour Stack to the position of partner with the firm. Tinker Ma is an architecture and design firm that believes in stewarding sustainable community enhancement through creativity, professional leadership and technical expertise.
Ms. Stack's project experience spans many industry sectors and states, including Tennessee, South Carolina, Kansas and Alabama. Whether thinking strategically through efficient space planning and creative solutions for achieving client objectives or maximizing a tight budget, she has a passion for problem solving through design. Her recent projects include the award-winning renovation of the McMahan Law Firm and renovations for UTC and Space Institute. Ms. Stack is also part of the planning and design team that received national recognition with a Congress for New Urbanism Charter Award for the Westside Evolves master plan.
“Jessica is a truly gifted architect who has grown not only her reputation, but also Tinker Ma’s stature in the community,” said Thomas Palmer. “We look forward to the many opportunities and successes that Jessica’s career will no doubt achieve.”
Ms. Stack holds Bachelor’s degrees in Architecture and Construction Science & Management from Clemson University and a Masters of Architecture from the University of Kansas with an emphasis in Health Care Design. She focused on environments for aging in her graduate work, and served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant for Structures for Architects. Ms. Stack is a licensed architect, a LEED-accredited professional, and holds NCARB and EDAC certifications. She joined the team in 2015.
Ms. Stack lives on Signal Mountain with her husband and two daughters. She is an active member of her community, serving as chair of the Community Partners Board for the East Ridge Future Ready Institute of Engineering and Design, secretary of AIA Chattanooga, vice president of the TN PKU Foundation Board of Directors and vice chair of the National PKU Alliance Affiliate Council.