Karl Kowalske

About Karl Kowalske

I build and cultivate high-performing teams driven by creative problem-solving and…

Experience

1. Branch President

   Bodwé Professional Services Group

   Jan 2023 — Present · Kalamazoo, MI, US

   I lead Bodwé’s architecture and engineering branch, driving strategy, growth, and execution for a 70-person team serving federal, tribal, and community clients. As a tribally owned firm of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi, our mission goes beyond projects—we build sustainable businesses that strengthen the Band’s economy for generations.In my role, I focus on:Clarity of vision—aligning people and priorities around actionable goals.Operational excellence—building systems that deliver quality and efficiency.Growth with purpose—expanding markets while staying true to our values.Investing in people—developing talent, empowering leaders, and building lasting careers.At Bodwé, we combine technical expertise with a deeper purpose: advancing communities while creating shared impact through our success.

Education

• Marshall High School

  Highest Honors

  1994 — 1998

• Michigan State University - Eli Broad College of Business

  Master of Business Administration (MBA), with Honors

  2018 — 2020

• University of Michigan

  Bachelor of Science

  1998 — 2002

• University of Michigan

  Master of Architecture (M.Arch.)

  2002 — 2004

Skills

• Leed Ap
• Bim
• Building Information Modeling (Bim)
• Space-Planning
• Specifications
• Aia
• Healthcare Planning
• Construction Drawings
• Architectural Design
• Healthcare
• Architectural Drawings
• Submittals
• Facility Master Planning
• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (Leed)
• Autocad
• Sketchup
• Architectures
• Sustainable Design
• Construction Management
• Revit
• Design Research
• Architecture
• Comprehensive Planning
• Space Planning