“The heart of leadership is connection, and connection is about empathy, curiosity, and emotional courage.”

Brené Brown

Maria Ramirez-Walsh is an accomplished Interior Designer with 14 years of experience, currently leading projects at Thiel and Team. Specializing in construction management and project management, Maria has a proven track record of delivering complex projects across a diverse range of sectors, including multi-family, retail, corporate, education, faith-based/non-profit, and healthcare environments. Her meticulous approach and strong leadership ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standard of quality.

Throughout her career, Maria has worked with esteemed organizations such as University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas Christian University, and Fairfield Residential. Maria’s work is celebrated for its blend of functional excellence and aesthetic appeal, establishing her reputation as a trusted partner for clients with complex design needs. Maria has been active serving the local Fort Worth IIDA chapter and IIDA events and is continually seeking ways to serve and support her local community. Her industry involvement and dedication to excellence have established her as a trusted professional in the field.

Maria is a proud UNT alumni and resides in Fort Worth, TX. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys listening to live music, karaoke, traveling, and playing a round of golf on Girlfriend Golf Wednesdays with her ladies’ league. She also enjoys assisting her Husband in their architectural photography business, which complements her passion of visually story-telling the world of design & architecture.