“I can say without hesitation or qualification that a3 is a unique team that represented and afforded a ‘client-first’ experience by delivering Class-A service throughout our project.  a3’s proven success is rooted in their commitment to excellence. Trustworthy, experienced, and focused project management; a sincere pleasure with whom to work. Should a3 be awarded the project, you will be immensely impressed by Robin Weckesser and Taylor Stillwell’s dedication to you.”  

- Senior Manager, US Properties and Facilities, Prominent Bay Area Law Firm

“The a3 team provided excellent service to us as we built out a new office space in Palo Alto. Their constant professional attitude and attention to detail helped us make sure the project moved forward in a timely fashion while our firm’s wants and needs were met. We could not be happier with all the work Robin, Taylor, and Chris provided us.”  

- Todd Webb – Director of Facilities, Procopio

"I had the pleasure of working with a3's Robin Weckesser and Taylor Stilwell on two MongoDB fitouts in the Bay area - Palo Alto and San Francisco. Both projects carried unique complexities, none less than the challenge of Covid 19. What really distinguished a3 with competitors is without doubt their personal touch. I always felt like I was their only client, with their full attention and support. We navigated through numerous delays, change requests, landlord restraints, and supply chain difficulties through consistent, transparent communication. I am truly grateful I had the a3 team alongside to guide MDB through these challenges. a3 truly cares about their clients, and could be felt every step of the way. Another distinct advantage a3 demonstrated was their knowledge of the Bay Area market and suppliers. That experience proved vital as we changed paths numerous times, often needing swift strategic advice on proposals, which a3 always satisfied. I have no problem recommending a3 to any client undertaking a commercial fitout in the Bay Area and wish them very well for the future."

- Gary Kelly, Global Program Manager, Mongo DB

"CMT was incredibly fortunate to work with Robin Weckesser during our recent construction project of our new Creative Arts Center. Robin's calm and expert guidance as project manager helped us make important decisions, stay on schedule and communicate with the team of contractors. He was a reliable advocate for our organization and always looked for ways to solve necessary decisions during the construction timeline. Robin helped educate our internal team as needed and offered additional vendors to help keep our costs down and was integral to the timely success and final product of our new creative home. Robin was highly respected by CMT staff members board of directors, and general contract team. His generosity and expertise will go hand in hand with the success of our project. "

- Dana Zell, Managing Director, Children's Music Theatre

"It was a pleasure working with a3 on the design-build of our HQ in San Jose. A3 engaged with me early in the process and soon became trusted advisors. They brought their industry expertise, helping us select the General Contractor, developing a realistic budget and schedule. They were instrumental in vetting the team players and investigating issues to ensure they were resolved. They were always available to help guide me as unplanned issues came up—this was invaluable. They were true Project Managers, driving the meetings and ensuring the project was on time. They helped ensure an excellent outcome and excellent quality as the project was completed under budget despite the impact of COVID-19."

- Vinu Raman, VP, Corporate Quality & Operations Engineering, Harmonic Inc.

"We partnered with a3 on the selection and development for the ground-up opening of our domestic HQ. From initial site selection, lease negotiation, through site preparation, IT/AV/Security system development, furniture vendor selection, move-in, and post-occupancy support, a3 has been a key advisor and process manager every step of the way. A3’s background, experience, knowledge base, and network were invaluable to Uniphore from start to finish."

- Umesh Sachdev, Co-Founder & CEO, Uniphore Software

"Robin and his team have been an important part of a number of our tenant improvement projects over the last several years. Robin's experience in structuring programming information, and orchestrating the interactions between the client and the design and construction teams, was extremely helpful to us as we took on a variety of more complex tenant work."

- Kelly Simcox, Managing Principal, Studio G Architects, Inc.

"Robin Weckesser and his staff at a3 were an integral part of my core team on a $15 million campus buildout project at Nimble Storage. Through his direct efforts, I was able to assemble an ideal team of architects, project managers, and a general contractor. Robin was involved with us from inception to move-in. His focused support and partnership allowed me to deliver a superior, on-time solution with a cost variance of less than 0.6%, in a time-constrained deadline in which we overcame several unexpected hurdles related to permitting, vendors and the landlord, along with a few design changes by executive management. Robin and his team were extremely knowledgeable, total professionals and an absolute joy to work with. I could not have had a better outcome or selected a better project/budget management partner."

- AWANISH MISHRA, DIRECTOR OF GLOBAL I.T., FACILITIES & REAL ESTATE, NIMBLE STORAGE, INC.

"I have personally known Robin for a decade or more now, and we have worked with him and his associates at a3 workplace strategies on numerous projects together very successfully, including the relocation of over 500 employees to a new modern workplace environment for a local tech company. Robin, and his team, have a deep understanding and are well-versed in workplace strategy, planning, and design trends. They are also very skilled in aligning expectations of the client and building strong teams to execute their projects. Their approach to their projects can best be described as proactive and collaborative. And yes, they are also fun to work with."

- Winfield Roney, Principal/Corporate Market Sector Leader, HGA

“I knew Robin Weckesser when he headed project management for Cresa in the Bay Area, and I was pleased to call on him at a3 Workplace Strategies when we needed his expert assistance for two projects involving the renovation and relocation a national financial services client in San Jose. As the co-PM on these jobs, Robin provided excellent ‘boots on the ground’ service, including weekly site visits, progress reports, and site photos during the construction phase. He also assisted in relocating the client into their new office space and with the decommissioning its their former space. Robin has great attention to detail, is a great communicator, and is a pleasure to work with. Everyone was pleased with the results, and I would never hesitate to refer him for future projects. He is a true professional and a terrific resource.”

- John Fitzgerald, Senior Advisor and Project Management for Cresa

"A3 played an instrumental role in the plan/design/build/move process when Palo Alto Networks moved from its 105K SF Santa Clara site to its new HQ at Great America Parkway of 300K SF. A3 engaged with our upper management team through inception through a successful delivery and upgrade for us. They moved into iconic buildings previously occupied by Yahoo and Bay Networks. In addition to 12 floors of state-of-the-art office space, we added a new cafeteria, executive briefing center, labs, and collaborative areas. Robin and his team managed the overall process with a high level of coordination. The space was well-received by employees."

- Tom Smith, Former Director of Real Estate and Facilities for PAN

“The primary difference between a3 and other project management firms is its ability to connect the hidden dots. Because of their many years of experience, Robin and Justin in particular anticipate issues and connect the hidden dots into visible lines so that the team can take action to prevent issues before they occur rather than manage an unforeseen problem. The Gigamon project consisted of managing a tenant improvement buildout in a tight timeframe. a3 kept a large and creative team focused on the project goals while allowing for team interplay. This allowed the project to move forward rapidly as the team worked as one unit. a3 ensured that the team members were heard, that the overall project goals of the tenant were respected, and that all major milestones were met. There are projects that you barely finish on time, with everyone exhausted at the end. This was that rare project where we moved in, and there were no “gotchas,” and all tasks were completed. The employees simply love this space, and everyone associated with this project is pleased with the outcome. a3 played a critical role in delivering this beautiful and functional space on time and under budget!”

- TOM SMITH, DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES, GIGAMON, INC.

"This was our company’s first relocation that involved a complete buildout of a new space. We needed a team that could navigate us through the entire process and assist us with overseeing the necessary consultants and vendors to achieve our goal. The decision to bring a3 on board at the start of the process was one of the best decisions we made. They were a tremendous asset every step of the way. They made the process efficient, saved us time and money, allowed us to focus on running the company, and made it fun! They brought the right combination of experience and project management skills to bring the project in on time and under budget. Thanks to the a3 team, we are enjoying our terrific new space.”

- Rick Gustafson, CFO, ServiceMax

“You made our expansion to Northern California seamless…letting nothing get in the way of our schedule. You assembled a design and construction team with huge success and did an excellent job of managing the process to ensure a successful outcome. The project was delivered on time and under budget…an outcome that would not have been possible without your project management team.”

- Tom Tancredi, Director of Practice Management Operations, CareMore Medical

“We are settled into our new office and we love it! We couldn’t have achieved what we have without you. You are outstanding project managers, and you went above the call of duty. We are particularly grateful to you for always being available and for follow-up.”

- Marina Joseph, Senior Director, Attensity

“You brought an experienced team to each of our projects and proactively coordinated the many tasks and vendors required. You were instrumental from the beginning by setting goals and expectations, through execution and final completion.”

- Sam Abbey, Principal, SC Builders, Inc.

“Your client focus, ability to achieve our goals and objectives, collaborative style, experience, and leadership make you the best in class in the Bay Area…for complicated real estate, planning, and construction process issues.”

- Richard Reposar, Director of Corporate Services, TIBCO Software

“We thank you for managing all phases of our relocation into our new HQ, including strategic planning, space programming, construction management, and move management. Throughout the process, you guided our decision making. Your PM team is the best I’ve worked with…the best money spent! You brought significant value to the bottom line…getting us in on time and on budget.”

- Phil Koen, Chairman/CEO, Intermedia

“Thank you for all your extraordinary efforts to create such a beautiful space for us! It will undoubtedly inspire us to work long, long hours and to produce more wonderful and innovative products. We look forward to many happy years there!”

- Don Albert, VP, General Manager for the Americas, Skype