Announcing Our 2026 Architecture Diploma Ceremony Alumni Speaker
Each year at our diploma ceremony, Carnegie Mellon Architecture has the privilege of bringing a member of our alumni community back to campus to reflect on their education and share the wisdom they’ve gained in their career with our graduating students. We’re proud to announce this year’s alumni speaker: Rachel Zsembery (B.Arch '00), President and CEO of Bergmeyer.
Rachel Zsembery, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, is President and CEO of Bergmeyer, a Certified B Corporation and interdisciplinary Design Collaborative. A graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Architecture, she leads teams across architecture, interiors, graphics, and brand strategy to create experience-driven environments that connect people, place, and purpose. A recognized voice in the industry, Rachel is a frequent writer, speaker, and panelist on the future of consumer experience, workplace culture, and the evolving role of design shaping more inclusive and sustainable communities. She is actively engaged in civic, academic and industry organizations, with a strong commitment to expanding access and opportunity in the design profession.