Abby joined the Mercer Zimmerman team in 2020, finding the family atmosphere and constantly changing industry she was looking for. She graduated from Missouri S&T, in Rolla, MO with a BS in Engineering Management. Born and raised in KC, she loves to cheer for the Royals, go to local musical productions, and do some thrifting … Read more
Brandon joined Mercer Zimmerman in 2018 with over 10 years of experience in the lighting and controls rep industry. Originally from Texas, he enjoys watching his favorite football team – America’s Team – the Dallas Cowboys. Most of the time, you can find Brandon hanging out with his wife and kids outdoors and catching a … Read more
After spending many years in the entertainment lighting industry on both coasts, Brian is happy to have landed back at home in Kansas City. Twice a University of Kansas grad, Brian received an MA in Architectural Management and BFA in Theatre Lighting Design and has since spent many years designing and integrating lighting systems. Brian’s … Read more
Tim McCray has been working in the lighting business for almost thirty years, and is very experienced in working as a lighting designer, as he was the Artistic and Lighting Director for Theater at Vis for many years. Tim received his Bachelor’s degree in theater and math from Central Missouri State University (now University of … Read more
Brad Hull joined the Mercer Zimmerman team in 2001 after graduating from the University of Kansas in 1999 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Theatre Design. As a lighting designer, he has designed numerous productions for Music Theatre Kansas City, Kansas City Symphony, Kansas City Civic Opera Theatre, and University Dance Company at … Read more
Mary graduated from the University of Kansas with a Business degree in Marketing and a Minor in Psychology. She’s proud to have been part of the Women’s Rowing Team while at KU and proud to be part of the MZ team now. In her free time, Mary loves to hang out with friends and family, … Read more
Bev McMurray graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Architecture, and has taken Masters-level courses in Architecture as well. After finishing college, Bev has spent 12 years working in design on both commercial and high-end residential projects. She has enjoyed her experience so far at Mercer Zimmerman, and attributes this to the family environment, as … Read more
Scott McMurray is a lighting designer who formerly worked for Derek Porter Studio. McMurray graduated the University of Kansas with a Bachelors of Film and Theatre, and a Masters of Architecture. In addition to working for an architect and an architectural lighting designer, Scott has continued to work on small independent design-build projects, and brings … Read more
Brandin Lazenby joined Mercer Zimmerman in 2011, after working in the Cooling Technologies unit of SPX Corporation, a global provider of technical products and systems. Through the years, he has grown in experience and responsibility. He typically leads by partnering with bright teammates to drive continuous improvement and growth. Brandin and his wife Stacey have … Read more
Tom received his Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Kansas State in 2017. After working for the Missouri-based lighting manufacturer, H.E. Williams he joined the Mercer Zimmerman team. Tom’s talents span across several departments, but his current focuses include quoting and ceiling solutions. On most weekends you can find Tom out with his telescope and … Read more