Vice President, Senior Principal

Mona rose in her first career to become a nationally recognized, multiple award-winning foodservice operator.  That work has been an excellent foundation for her eight years of success as a full time consultant and designer.  She is well-regarded by her peers and clients in the higher education, hospitality, healthcare, and business & industry markets. Her detailed planning focus has led to many award-winning design outcomes for Bakergroup clients.

Prior to joining Bakergroup, Mona served as the Director of Dining Services at the University of Northern Iowa, also her alma mater.  While there, she managed the residential and retail dining program, catering for the entire campus, and concessions for the performing arts center.  She has been very committed to the National Association of College and University Food Services (NACUFS), and has served as the organization’s president – both nationally and regionally – and on many committees.  Her involvement and support of that organization continues today.