Meet Our Team
At Mojo Stumer Associates, we are committed to design excellence. Our interdisciplinary team blends diverse skills and experiences from architects, designers, and project managers to ensure precision and excellence in every project. Driven by a shared passion for design, we focus on the small details that make a big impact.
Leadership
Mark D. Stumer
Mike Doyle
Joe Yacobellis
Jessica Licalzi Kurzyna
Mark D. Stumer
AIA
Mark D. Stumer is one of the founding principals at Mojo Stumer Associates Architects. He has practiced architecture as a principal for over 25 years. Before the formation of Mojo Stumer Associates Architects, he worked for a New York City architectural firm where he was lead designer on many award-winning projects.
His expertise in architectural design, interiors and project management has enabled Mojo Stumer Associates Architects to develop into the organization it is today.
Mr. Stumer sees architecture as an entire design process where the architectural design does not end with a building form, but must include the function and aesthetics of the interiors for the project to be complete.
His responsibility at Mojo Stumer Associates Architects, besides his architectural projects, leans towards design development and interior design, along with the responsibilities of marketing, public relations and firm management, which he shares with co- founder Thomas Mojo.
He was instrumental in starting the Interiors Department at Mojo Stumer Associates Architects 22 years ago and takes an active role in its design direction, daily management and overall growth. Mr. Stumer graduated Pratt Institute in 1974 with a Bachelor of Architecture degree. He became a Registered Architect in 1979;
Mr. Stumer presently sits on the board of the Architectural Landmarks Commission for Kings Point, New York, and serves as a board member of the Great Neck Arts Center. He was a Trustee for 9 years and head of the Building Committee at Temple Beth El of Great Neck, one of the largest Reform Congregations in the country, and was a board member of Engineers Country Club for over 6 years.
In 2005 Mr. Stumer was very proud to be appointed to the Board of Trustees of Pratt Institute, one of the nations leading Architectural Schools and his alma mater.
SPEAKING FUNCTIONS
2002 Design Meeting Sub Zero, Scottsdale, Arizona
2001 Design Lecture Italian Trade Commission, Bologna, Italy
2001 Design Lecture Italian Trade Commission, New Orleans
2001 Design Lecture New York Institute of Technology
2001 Design Lecture Design Dialog at NYIT Campus
2000 Design Lecture AIA Interior Architecture
1999 Design Lecture Design N.Y.C./Furniture Fair
1998 Design Lecture Sponsor: Interior Design Magazine/N.Y.C.
1998 Design Lecture L.I. Chapter AIA/Firm Profile
1997 Chairman L.I. Chapter AIA ARCHI Awards
1996 Real Estate Forum Hofstra University
1992 Co-Chairman L.I. Chapter AIA ARCHI Awards
REGISTRATIONS & AFFILIATIONS
National Council of Architectural Registration Board, New York
National Council of Architectural Registration Board, New Jersey
National Council of Architectural Registration Board, Florida
National Council of Architectural Registration Board, Connecticut
National Council of Architectural Registration Board, Massachusetts
National Council of Architectural Registration Board, Pennsylvania
American Institute of Architects, National Association
American Institute of Architects, New York/Long Island Chapter
New York State Society of Registered Architects
Architectural League of New York
Mike Doyle
Mike Doyle is a Senior Associate who has been with Mojo Stumer Associates Architects since 1985.
Mike began as an architectural draftsman and has worked his way through all levels of responsibilities to his present position.
Mike’s responsibilities include overseeing the project managers as well as running his own architectural projects. His project experience with Mojo Stumer Associates Architects has been varied with many high-end residential homes and estates, retail interiors, shopping centers, corporate interiors, movie theatres, country clubs and corporate office buildings.
Mike graduated from New York Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Architecture in 1980. He became a Registered Architect in the State of New York in 1985 and has been a member of the National Council of Architecture Review Board since 1986, and a lead AP in 2008.
Joe Yacobellis
AIA, LEED AP
Joe, a Senior Associate, and Director of Design, has been with Mojo Stumer Associates since 2014.
While he is actively involved in overseeing all phases of the firm’s work from concept design through construction, he maintains a strong focus on the process of design. From a project’s conception, Joe works closely with each client to craft uniquely responsive buildings and interior spaces to suit their project-specific needs. He leverages a combined understanding of building construction methods and modern design and detailing to develop practical yet exciting architectural concepts, consistent with the award-winning work Mojo Stumer has been producing for over 35 years.
Joe has previously practiced at firms in New York, Boston, and Honolulu, where he collaborated on projects of a wide range, including private residences, commercial and retail developments, academic buildings, and international master plans in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Morocco.
Joe was also Assistant Director at the non-profit design-build studio “Urban Frame” based in Boston, and has served as a design critic at The Rhode Island School of Design and Northeastern University.
FEATURED PROJECTS
Arbor Commercial Mortgage Headquarters, Uniondale NY
Esquire Bank Corporate Headquarters, Jericho NY
Dolman Oral Surgery, New York, NY
The Fifth Avenue, New York, NY
16 Maple Drive, Great Neck, NY
Elwood Public Library, Huntington, NY
REGISTRATIONS & AFFILIATIONS
Registered Architect, New York State
Member, American Institute of Architects
LEED AP
AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS
2017 Archi Awards – Unbuilt Category – 16 Maple Drive
2017 Archi Awards – Unbuilt Category – Elwood Public Library
2012 Long Island Young Professionals “30 Under 30”
2008 Northeastern University Award for Academic Excellence
Jessica Licalzi Kurzyna
INTERIORS
Jessica Licalzi graduated from New York Institute of Technology in 2007 with a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts. The Spector Group recruited Jessica during her tenure at school, where she worked for two years gaining knowledge and experience in the field of commercial and residential design.
Upon joining Mojo Stumer Associates, p.c. in 2007 she has diligently expanded her resume to include high-end corporate interiors, medical offices, as well as residential projects. Jessica collaborates with project managers to formulate and resolve functional resolutions for the corporate and residential environment. Jessica consistently remains at the forefront of design while exceeding the expectations of our clients.
In her spare time Jessica enjoys spending time with her family and baking.
Architecture
Robert Manetta
George Luis Cumella, RA
Giovani Arce
Mason Sofia
Angelica Moshri
Ramya Jangamakote
Kevin Chen
Benjamin Sather
Jonathan Cheng
Suzanne Mazzara
Joseph Suserman
Colin Hardeen
Robert Manetta
Robert Manetta is a Project Manager who has been with Mojo Stumer Associates Architects since 2015.
Robert began as an architectural draftsman. Robert worked his way to Project Architect where he developed preliminary designs and produced construction documents. Robert later acquired the responsibilities to his present position.
Robert’s responsibilities include overseeing a variety of different architectural projects including many high-end residential homes, commercial retail buildings and corporate office interiors. Some of Robert’s projects include Watermill Residence, North Shore Residence in Old Westbury, Kings Point Residence, New York Bariatric Group in Manhattan, Blumencranz interiors and a Miami Beach apartment renovation. Robert also works closely with clients, contractors and engineers to ensure each project’s progression through all phases of design, construction, bidding and construction administration.
Robert graduated from New York Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Architecture in 2012.
Robert is a member of American Institute of Architects, Long Island chapter.
Robert loves cars, fitness and traveling. Robert is currently working towards becoming a licensed architect.
George Luis Cumella, RA
George, a Project Manager, joined the Mojo Stumer Associates team in 2021. Leveraging his over twenty years of experience in high-end architectural design and project management, George oversees a variety of project types across the firm’s portfolio, helping to ensure and maintain the highest quality execution expected on all Mojo Stumer projects.
Resulting from his broad range of experience working for both architecture firms and real estate developers, George offers a comprehensive and complete approach to the design, construction, and management of high-end residential projects at all scales, from multi-story developments to private residences. In addition to his residential experience, prior to Mojo Stumer, George was a vital team leader on several cultural and institutional projects including the Crocker Art Museum (CAMA) in Sacramento, California, the Bronx Library Center in the Fordham section of the Bronx, New York, and the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) in North Miami, Florida.
George worked at the notable firm of Gwathmey Siegel and Associates Architects and now applies his contemporary modern approach to architecture at Mojo Stumer Associates where that ethos is upheld.
Beyond his professional roles in architecture offices, George has both designed and constructed independently commissioned private residences in Mexico. His roots connect him back to the city of Veracruz, located on the Gulf of Mexico. It is in this region, George learned to appreciate the strong connection architecture has with nature.
George collects his architectural experiences and occasionally transmits them through teaching architectural design studios at the New York Institute of Technology. Through the auspices of NYIT, George has organized and participated in study abroad programs, taking students to Italy, Spain, Finland, and throughout Europe.
Credentials and Education
Licensed Architect, NYS
Bachelor of Architecture – New York Institute of Technology, Old Westbury, NY.
Master of Architecture – Syracuse University, Florence, Italy
Giovani Arce
Giovani Arce is a Project Manager/Draftsman who has been with Mojo Stumer Associates Architects since 2016. Giovani began as an architectural draftsman and escalated his way to his current position.
Giovani’s duties include measuring existing building conditions and creating technical drawings based on given specification and calculations. He meets and updates clients with the progress of the project and any requests they may have.
Giovani graduated from New York Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Architecture in 2010.
Giovani was featured on the May 2018 edition of the “New York Real Estate Journal” as “Ones to watch for”.
He was the treasurer of “Construction Management Association of America” chapter club at NYIT from 2008-2010.
Giovani enjoys playing sports and keeping active. He also coaches a church soccer team on weekends.
Mason Sofia
Mason Sofia is a designer and has been with Mojo Stumer Architects since January 2019.
Mason has a background in art and working in construction with his dad. Currently, he works closely on the design of high-end residential homes, commercial buildings, and corporate interiors. He is skilled in creating 2D drawings, 3D models, and vibrant presentations for our clients. He is passionate about modern design, and really focuses in on the fine details that set apart our award-winning firm from the rest.
Mason graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with a Bachelor of Architecture in 2018, and a Master of Science in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Management in 2019.
Mason loves the outdoors and going on adventures – especially to the beach. He still enjoys working in construction with his dad on occasion, and detailing cars in the summer.
Mason is just starting his career and is working towards becoming a licensed architect.
Angelica Moshri
Angelica Moshri joined Mojo Stumer Associates as a Project Architect in 2020. She works closely with our Production team to create detailed construction documents for both residential and commercial buildings.
Angelica graduated from Farmingdale State College with a Bachelor degree in Architectural Engineering Technology in 2020. She was the Vice President for the “Architectural Construction Technology Club” from 2018-2020. For more than three years, she has been extensively studying architecture and engineering which has given her the ability to utilize her knowledge and skills to create innovative designs. Her computer skills also consist of programs such an Autocad and Revit that are used to create both aesthetically pleasing and high-end functioning residential and commercial buildings. She is very passionate about spending her time learning and discovering new ways that architecture can be created.
Ramya Jangamakote
Ramya joined Mojo Stumer Architects in 2021 as a Project Architect. She works closely with the production team and her main responsibilities include developing working drawings and detail drawings that will help the project to get to completion while also being involved in other phases of the project.
Ramya has more than 12 years of experience in various kinds of projects both in U.S and India. She has worked on residential, commercial, Healthcare and Interior projects in India and U.S.While in India she had the opportunity to work with one of well renowned high end residential builders as a Project and Furniture Designer. She is registered with Council of Architecture as a Registered Architect. She is working towards becoming a Licensed Architect in the state of NY.
Ramya has worked in Nashville, TN as Project designer after graduating with a Masters of Architecture degree in 2016 from Lawrence Technological University, Michigan with distinction. She was nominated for Fine grain award for outstanding Design Project awarded for Best Design in Graduate Studio. Her design publication – Ecotarium, Unlimited Lifecycle Design was published in October of 2015.Her interest for green and sustainable design helped her in getting accredited as a LEED Green Associate. Her passion for design and detailing helped her to be the winner of the design competition organized by AIA, Nashville chapter for designing AIA Lifetime Achievement award. She is proficient in AutoCAD, Revit and other rendering softwares that helps visualize the designs better.
She is passionate about learning new techniques and methods that will help her become a successful and a responsible Architect.
Kevin Chen
Kevin started his career at Mojo Stumer Associates in November 2020. As a draftsman, Kevin is responsible for producing construction documents for residential and commercial projects. Kevin graduated from New York Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Architecture in 2019.
Kevin’s passion for architecture sparked from a love for drawing and wood working. Before pursuing architecture, Kevin became an Eagle Scout by working with alongside his community. This involved many different projects varying from park cleanups to building foot bridges. By participating and planning these events, he was able to appreciate both Architecture and urban design from an early age.
Benjamin Sather
Benjamin Sather joined Mojo Stumer Associates as a drafter in 2022. He works within the production team to create detailed construction documents for both residential and commercial projects in a variety of scales.
Benjamin graduated from the New York Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Architecture in 2020 (Magna Cum Laude).
Before joining MSA, Ben worked at several architecture firms specializing in high-end residential projects. This, coupled with his experience on design-build teams, prepares him to help guide projects effectively and promptly to completion.
Jonathan Cheng
Jonathan Cheng, designer, has been with Mojo Stumer Architects since June 2022.
Jonathan is involved in the design of various building typologies, ranging from residential homes to commercial buildings. He aims to apply his modern design to influence the occupant’s perception of architecture.
Jonathan graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with a Bachelor of Architecture in 2020. In addition to learning the foundations of design and architecture, he studied Building Sciences to further understand how the built environment influences natural environment and buildings’ sustainability in today’s world.
Jonathan’s hobbies are DIY tech related; he enjoys spending his personal time building and tinkering custom keyboards and PCs. It is his way of keeping his hands busy when not working on architectural models.
Suzanne Mazzara
Suzanne Mazzara has been with Mojo Stumer Associates Architects since 1998. She left briefly to start a family but then returned to her work family.
Suzanne graduated from Moore College of Art and Design in Philadelphia in 1994 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.
She helps create construction documents and interior custom cabinetry drawings for residential and commercial projects.
Joseph Suserman
Joe, a Project Architect/Project Manager, joined the Mojo Stumer Associates team in 2023.
With him comes over thirty four years of experience on various projects ranging from Corporate, Residential and Educational types.
He has also worked on the latest CAD platforms such as AutoCAD Architectural Desktop, Revit Architecture and Drawbase CAFM.
A good majority of Joe’s professional experience comes from working at a modern architecture firm in New York, and he now applies his extensive experience to construction documentation.
Credentials and Education:
NCARB AXP Approved: 2002
AAS Architectural Technology – New York Institute of Technology, Old Westbury, NY.
AAS Architectural Drafting – Queensborough Community College, Bayside, N.Y.
Colin Hardeen
Colin graduated from NYIT in 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in architecture, and during that time, has worked with both architects and engineers in designing architectural and structural documents. He also has experience working on high-end residential multi-family buildings and complexes.
Outside of the office, he occupies his time by drawing and exercising. He has previously dedicated his time to various community activities, including fundraising at his local fire department, tutoring in math, and teaching fitness and martial arts classes.
Colin is a Project Coordinator and is working towards his architectural licensure.
Interiors
Jaclyn Letsch
Ashley Rose Walsh
Jaclyn Letsch
Jaclyn Letsch joined Mojo Stumer Associates as an Interior Designer in 2021. She enjoys being out in the field and collaborating with creative people on innovative projects, while providing excellent customer service every step of the way.
Jaclyn graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from the New York Institute of Technology in 2013. After that, she worked for several years at a company that provides professional interior design, space planning, and consulting services for salon and spa clients.
Outside of work, Jaclyn enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking, and traveling.
Ashley Rose Walsh
Ashley Rose Walsh graduated from the School of Architecture and Design at New York Institute of Technology in 2018 receiving her bachelor’s in Interior Design. She then went on to earn her Master’s in Business Administration, M.B.A. with a concentration in Design Management in 2020. While there she pursued other life goals in fitness and started two of her own businesses. She enjoys spending her time with her family, pets, creating jewelry, and the gym.
She joined the Interior Design team at Mojo Stumer in 2021. Here she hopes to learn an immense amount and earn her NCIDQ Certification
Operations
Joann Bugreen
Alisha Reiben
Mary Lou Klopfer
Dasha Dyachenko
Joann Bugreen
JoAnn Burgreen is the Administrative Assistant/Office Manager at Mojo Stumer since 2001.
JoAnn handles the communication between clients and staff members, organizes Mark Stumer’s day-to-day appointments, and is an integral part of the administrative aspect of the firm.
In her spare time, JoAnn enjoys competitive Mah Jong and spending time with her three granddaughters.
Alisha Reiben
Alisha Reiben recently joined Mojo Stumer as the controller. Alisha has over 25 years of Accounting and Finance experience having worked in both public accounting and privately held companies.
Alisha is responsible for all financial aspects within the firm. In part this includes maintaining and establishing relationships with all of our banking and securities representatives. She has a proven track record of providing excellent service to clients and dealing effectively with employees and professional vendors.
Mary Lou Klopfer
Mary Lou Klopfer is a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant at Mojo Stumer. She has been with Mojo Stumer since 2011. Mary Lou assists the Project Managers in their day to day communications to clients and the staff as well as assisting Mark Stumer.
Mary Lou coordinates the messenger service, greets clients and vendors and handles all incoming telephone calls.
Mary Lou likes to listen to live music and enjoys traveling in her spare time.
Mary Lou had a successful career in customer service at Verizon before joining Mojo Stumer.
Dasha Dyachenko
Dasha graduated from the University of Oregon with a Bachelor in Advertising and a minor in Interior Architecture in 2023. Before moving to New York City to join Mojo Stumer Associates, she worked at a marketing agency in Madrid, Spain, gaining experience in art direction, graphic design, and communication.
As the Director of Marketing, Dasha wears many hats ranging from communication with various publications and designing advertising materials to crafting the firm’s brand identity and language. She’s passionate about blending architecture, design, and storytelling.
Legacy
Thomas J. Mojo
Peter Johns
Thomas J. Mojo
Thomas J. Mojo, one of the founding principals at Mojo Stumer Associates Architects, graduated from the University of Florida, one of the country’s leading architectural design schools.
Prior to the formation of Mojo Stumer Associates Architects, Mr. Mojo practiced at several architectural firms where his expertise became high-end office buildings. During this period, Mr. Mojo was instrumental in the design of some of Long Island’s more prestigious office buildings, which ultimately won national as well as local design awards.
After the formation of Mojo Stumer Associates Architects, Mr. Mojo continued on with the promotion of sophisticated, high-end office buildings and corporate headquarters.
Mr. Mojo envisions architecture as the manifestation of the client’s program, stating always that the “stronger the program, the better the design solution”. The tenet of Mr. Mojo’s philosophy is encompassing the exterior and the interior into one solution.
As principal in charge of the Human Resources of Mojo Stumer Associates Architects, Mr. Mojo believes that the strength of our firm is in the quality of the people who work at the firm; therein lies the strength of an excellent office dedicated to the advancement of architecture.
Mr. Mojo has affiliated himself with the New York Institute of Technology Architectural program where he instituted a scholarship program for design students.
BOARD MEMBERSHIPS
National Real Estate Board
Wheatley Hills Board of Governors
Long Island Association
Heads 2nd Year Design Scholarship Program for N.Y.I.T.
Jury Critic for N.Y.I.T. Design Students Thesis
Guest Speaker at N.Y.I.T.
Sits on Board of Oyster Bay Cove Architectural Review Board
REGISTRATIONS & AFFILIATIONS
National Council of Architectural Registration Board, New York
National Council of Architectural Registration Board, New Jersey
National Council of Architectural Registration Board, Florida
National Council of Architectural Registration Board, Connecticut
National Council of Architectural Registration Board, Massachusetts
National Council of Architectural Registration Board, Pennsylvania
American Institute of Architects, National Association
American Institute of Architects, New York/Long Island Chapter
New York State Society of Registered Architects
Architectural League of New York