As a superintendent, Tess has led the complex construction of sports and events centers across the country, including the HARBORCENTER hockey and multipurpose event center in Buffalo, NY; Fiserv Forum entertainment and sports center in Milwaukee; and Climate Pledge Arena, home of the NHL’s newest team – the Seattle Kraken. She is familiar with the complex and unique components of sports facilities and how they relate to players, coaches, staff and the user experience. At Climate Pledge Arena, Tess manages construction activity in the congested Seattle Center and is committed to safety, both inside and outside the fence.

Tess graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Marquette University in 2013.