Staff

Ed Oliver edoliver@odg-architects.com	Ed Oliver, Founding Principal Ed graduated from the University of Florida School of Architecture in 1968, and returned to Palm Beach County to practice architecture. After gaining five years of experience with several renowned architectural firms, he joined forces with John Glidden to open Oliver & Glidden Architects in 1975. Over the next 30 years, the firm expanded exponentially and became known as Oliver-Glidden-Spina & Partners (OGSP). In 2008, they restructured the firm to allow the senior partners to pursue their individual business objectives, and under the banner of Oliver Design Group, Ed and his team can now pursue a variety of business opportunities. Ed is an active member of the Palm Beach County Fire Code Board of Appeals & Adjustments. He has four grown children, two granddaughters, and hopes for many more – much like the typical Italian family. Ed and his wife live on a 20-acre ranch in western Martin County, where they raise Brangus cattle and enjoy living in harmony with wildlife and nature.
Bill Wheeler bill@odg-architects.com	Bill Wheeler – Project Architect Bill received a Masters of Architecture in Urban Design in 1980 from Virginia Tech and a Bachelor of Architectural Technology in 1972 from New York Institute of Technology. Bill joined the Oliver team in 1987 after garnering more than 14 years of related experience with several other architectural firms. As a Project Architect, he specializes in project management and team leadership. His attention to detail and overall knowledge of the architecture and construction process provide clients with a senior level of expertise. Bill and his wife, Jackie, are active in the world of amateur volleyball and live vicariously and enthusiastically through their son, Andrew, who is a junior at Alfred University in New York.
Curt O'Rourke curt@odg-architects.com	Curt O’Rourke – Project Architect Curt graduated from the University of Florida’s School of Architecture in 1984 and has been with the Oliver team since 1995. He served as the project manager of numerous life care facilities, townhouse projects, City Centre in Palm Beach Gardens, and the award-winning PGA Flyover Bridge. He serves as a strong client ally and interprets their needs during every step of the process. Curt, his wife Tammy and their two children live in Jupiter, Florida, and enjoy boating, fishing and spending time at the beach – a Florida family who knows how to enjoy the amenities of our beautiful area!
Jena Welliever jena@odg-architects.com	Jena Welliever, Business Manager Jena, initially joined the firm in 1992, but took an eight-year hiatus when she served as Press Office Manager for the Secretary of State; Assistant Press Secretary for the Governor of Illinois; and Public Information Officer and Acting Chief of Communications for the Illinois Department of Public Health. She returned to the firm in 2003 to serve as a key member of the staff with increasing responsibilities over the years. Jena, her husband Jonathan, and their four children live in Palm City, and suffice it to say, stay busy trying to keep up with the various activities of their kids!
Nancy Oliver nancy@odg-architects.com	Nancy Glidden Oliver is the Director of Marketing of Oliver Design Group, bringing over 30 years of related experience to her position. In addition to having her own marketing firm for many years, she founded and developed the international organization of the Executive Women’s Golf Association. She also served as the National Team Leader of Player Development for the PGA of America prior to joining the firm. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Palm City Chamber of Commerce, and the Governing Council of the Treasure Coast/Palm Beach Branch of the South Florida Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council. She is also a Co-Chair of the Corridor Advocacy Group striving to preserve the tree canopy on The Martin Grade by securing state designation as a Scenic Highway. Additionally, she is the Pandemic Preparedness Leader for the Martin County Red Cross, is an active member of the Martin County Future Group, the St. Lucie County Economic Development Council, the St. Lucie Chamber of Commerce, and serves on the Building Committee for the Boys & Girls Club of Martin County.
Stephen Oliver stephen@odg-architects.com	Stephen Oliver earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Finance from the University of Florida in 2008. During his college career, he served as the New Member Educator and Social Chair of the Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, and has earned valuable experience interning at such firms as Callaway & Price Appraisers, and OGSP. He has joined the firm to spearhead our sustainability initiatives, as well as providing technical support to the IT department.