Todd Pardon
President & Chief Executive Officer @French Associates
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WORK HISTORY
President & Chief Executive Officer @French Associates
Auburn Hills, MI, US
CEO of French Associates (FA), an architectural and planning firm. FA delivers superior outcomes for stakeholders whether they be occupiers of commercial real estate, owners of private/public facilities, or the public in communities in which we build. FA is a recognized leader in strategic project analysis, design, and construction programs. Our thoughtful designs elevate the user-experience.
EDUCATION
Harvard Business School
Management Mentor Program, Executive Leadership, Business Administration and Management, General
Harvard University
Executive Development Program, Real Estate Development, Real Estate Development
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Master of Architecture (M.Arch.)
Lawrence Technological University
Bachelor of Arts in Architecture
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Master of Business Administration (Finance/Real Estate)
SKILLS
ABOUT TODD PARDON
As President & CEO of FRENCH, I lead a multidisciplinary architecture, planning, and design firm committed to creating spaces that inspire, strengthen communities, and deliver measurable value for clients. I bring a unique combination of architectural understanding, executive operational leadership, and real estate/facilities strategy, developed across nearly four decades in the AEC and commercial real estate sectors.I specialize in helping organizations translate complex stakeholder priorities into clarity, alignment, and actionable strategies that strengthen operations and elevate the human experience of space. My leadership philosophy centers on- Design excellence that reflects purpose- Strategic insight that improves performance and user outcomes- Collaborative culture that empowers talent- Long-term client partnerships grounded in trust and executionPrior to leading French, I spent 20+ years guiding large-scale operations, financial performance, and workplace strategy across global organizations — experience that adds business rigor to every design program we deliver.My mission: build enduring value, strengthen communities, and create environments that inspire people to perform at their very best.
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