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About Antoinette Bunkley

Principal-Higher Education at Arcadis

Antoinette Bunkley is a Principal in Higher Education at Arcadis with over 30 years of experience as a project manager and communications consultant specializing in science, technology, and higher education buildings. Her thinking centers on advancing justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI/EDI+J) in architecture and the built environment, mental well-being in professional practice, and strategic change management. She contributes through articles, podcasts, and leadership in employee networks, emphasizing diverse teams and inclusive initiatives.

Professional Expertise in Architecture and Higher Education

Antoinette Bunkley serves as Principal-Higher Education at Arcadis, with over 30 years managing projects in science and technology sectors, particularly higher education facilities [4][10]. She has worked at firms like CO Architects, contributing to designs such as the $600M School of Medicine at the University of Arizona [3]. Her roles include Transformation Communications Consultant at Carrier at Comcast [1] and Director of Global Communications at Equifax [5].

Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI/EDI+J)

Bunkley co-authored key pieces on JEDI in architecture, highlighting CO Architects' diverse, international team and strategies for inclusive practices [7][9]. She discussed launching EDI+J initiatives on the EntreArchitect podcast, drawing from her project management background [10]. At Equifax, she led communications for the BOLD Black/African American Employee Network [5].

Mental Wealth and Professional Well-Being

Bunkley authors the Mental Wealth blog on Psychology Today, focusing on psychological aspects of architecture practice [4]. Her contributions appear in EntreArchitect resources and archives, linking mental health to business success for small firms [4][6].

Strategic Communications and Change Management

As a consultant, she excels in strategic communications, change management, and SEO-optimized blog posts on diverse topics [8]. Her work spans project management, client relations (e.g., University of Arizona) [3], and employee network leadership [5].

Contributions to Industry Resources

Featured in EntreArchitect's TEACAM22 guide, Future of Architecture archives, and podcast episodes [4][6][7][10]. She pens articles with collaborators like Rachel J. Bascombe [7][9].

JEDI/EDI+J in Architecture

Advocates for justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion through diverse teams and firm-wide initiatives.

  • Co-authored on JEDI practices at CO Architects [9]

  • Podcast on launching EDI+J initiatives [10]

  • BOLD network leadership at Equifax [5]

Higher Education and Science/Technology Projects

Extensive experience managing complex building projects in higher ed and tech sectors.

  • Principal at Arcadis [bio]

  • 26+ years in science/tech project management [10]

  • University of Arizona School of Medicine [3]

Mental Wealth and Professional Well-Being

Promotes mental health in architecture via blogging and industry resources.

  • Mental Wealth blog on Psychology Today [4]

  • Featured in EntreArchitect resources [4][6]

Strategic Communications and Change Management

Consults on communications, transformation, and SEO for diverse professional contexts.

  • Transformation Consultant at Comcast [1]

  • Skills in change management and blogging [8]

  • Global Communications Director at Equifax [5]

Industry Thought Leadership

Contributes articles, podcasts, and resources to shape small firm architecture practices.

  • EntreArchitect contributions and podcast [4][6][7][10]

  • Co-authored Future of Architecture pieces [7]

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  3. ZGF and McClain + Yu will design the new $600M School of ...article · 2026-04-14
  4. TEACAM22 Resource Guide - EntreArchitect | The Business ...article · 2026-04-14
  5. Behind BOLD: Leaders of Equifax Black/African American Employee ...article · 2026-04-14
  6. Archives - EntreArchitect | The Business Organization Built for Small ...article · 2026-04-14
  7. Future of Architecture Archives - EntreArchitect | The Business ...article · 2026-04-14
  8. Antoinette Bunkley - 9am.worksarticle · 2026-04-14
  9. JEDI: Justice + Equity + Diversity + Inclusion in Architecturearticle · 2026-04-14
  10. EA386: Antoinette Bunkley – How to Launch a EDI+J Initiativearticle · 2026-04-14