Kamus + Keller Staff Bios
Kimberly Williams
Vice President – Director of Operations
Passions/Hobbies/Background
Kimberly has over 20 years experience in management, operations and accounting. Thirteen of those years she managed and operated a large office furniture company. Kimberly served as Treasurer for five years on behalf of a large local non-profit organization.
Kimberly’s passions are her daughters, music, reading, movies, bowling, travel and the Dallas Cowboys.
Audrey Chen
Sr. Designer
Education
Bachelor of Interior Design from Design Institute of San Diego
Masters of International Business from California International University
Bachelor of English Shanghai International Studies University
Passions/Hobbies/Background
Audrey has worked in the field of interiors for seven years. She speaks fluent Mandarin, Shanghaiese, and English and has a great passion for film, travel and is just starting to learn about the intricacies and rich history of Chinese cuisine.
Cheri Bancroft
Sr. Project Manager
Education
Cal State Dominguez – Liberal Arts
Attended on a full-volleyball scholarship
Passions/Hobbies/Background
With +\-13 years experience in commercial tenant improvements, I assist landlords and brokers achieve tenant occupancy through innovation and design.. With a strong focus on relationship building, communication, and knowledge of the existing market.
Finding additional creative outlets such as playing guitar, volleyball, and painting.
Ellyse Crawford
Designer
Education
Bachelor of Art in Design from California State University Long Beach, minor in Marketing
Passions/Hobbies/Background
Ellyse has been working in the field for 4 years. She is the resident “foodie” in the Long Beach office, and loves to travel, read and trying new things.
Alexander E. Malate
Job Captain
Education
Bachelor of Architecture from Adamson University, Manila Philippines
Passions/Hobbies/Background
Alex has been working in the field of architecture for fifteen years. His true passion is architecture, and he’s very inspired by nature, art and music. He greatly enjoys playing musical instruments.
David Untarya
Job Captain
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Industrial Design - California State University Northridth
David has over twenty years of experience in the tenant improvement and architectural field. Having started in the dental field he has since completed various projects including corporate offices, governmental agencices, secured facilities, entertainment spaces including recording studios. His emphasis is to develop communication and relationships with the project team during for a successful result and long term relationships.
Passions/Hobbies/Background
Faith, family, music, the arts and sports because it provides such a defined analogy to life.
Shadeya Ramirez
Sr. Designer
Education
AA from College of the Canyons, Valencia, CA
Passions/Hobbies/Background
Shadeya has an extensive background as a medical, retail and commercial Interior Designer with over 10 years of experience. She has been greatly influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright and the idea of using natural materials in her concepts and designs to help create an inviting and functional environment. Shadeya spends her free time enjoying her husband, daughter and close friends and has a passion for live music.
Ken Wilson
Sr. Project Manager
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Environmental Design
California State University Long Beach
Ken has worked in the field of interiors for over 20 years.
Passions/Hobbies/Background
He loves spending time with his kids and enjoys soccer, golf and playing music.
Karin Ross
Sr. Designer
Education
Bachelor of Arts Interior Design, California State University Long Beach
National Council for Interior Design Certification (NCIDQ)
CCIDC- California Codes and Regulations Exam
CID- Certified Interior Designer, State of California
International Interior Design Association- Professional Member
Karin has worked in the field of Interior Design for 20+ years. With experience in all aspects of commercial design, she focuses on bringing creative and functional solutions to all projects. Having knowledge of the design process from beginning to end, her emphasis is on delivery of a successful project on time and within budget.
Passions/Hobbies/Background
Playing tennis competitively and exercise. Spending time with family and friends.
Edgar Santos
Job Captain
Education
Associates degree in computer aided drafting and design from ITT technical institute.
Passions/Hobbies/Background
I have 10 years of experience in drafting for ground up and commercial interior design construction documents. In my spare time I enjoy working with my son and his football and basketball teams. I’m an avid sports fan and inspired by the work ethic of the major competitors within their sport. I also enjoy studying history, religion and politics. I love to read, watch a good movie and stay active and positive.