Meet the Facility Planners Team
Where Expertise Meets Service
We’re 100% dedicated to exceeding your expectations. Always.
With 250+ collective years of experience on our team of account managers, interior designers, project managers, customer service representatives and certified installers, Facility Planners, Inc. (FPI) is completely focused on the success of your project.
It’s not just a project, it’s about creating a working environment that makes a strong statement about the quality of your organization and the integrity of your people.
I love this work. It shows such a great understanding of what we are doing and really seems creative in the space use. Thank you!“
– Charles Ihrig
Nancy Leach, President & Founder
Nancy brings more than 30 years of experience to FPI and specializes in creating functional, inspiring spaces tailored to meet the unique needs of businesses across various industries.
Using her expertise in space planning, furniture design, and project management, she integrates furniture and architecture to enhance productivity and human creativity in the work environment. Through a thoughtful process of asking questions and listening to client needs, she develops efficient designs and furnished floor plans to support her client’s needs and goals. Nancy believes that thoughtful design has the power to transform and inspire people. Her mission is to create environments that not only support business operations but also elevate the experience of those who use them.
Notable projects include:
- Nashville International Airport (BNA)
- BNY Mellon TN Processing Center
- NHC Homecare
- Nashville Music City Center
Nancy holds a BFA from O’More College and an MBA from Belmont University.
Outside of work, Nancy is passionate about art, architecture, and travel, often drawing inspiration from her experiences abroad. She enjoys mentoring young professionals and contributing to their career growth through her involvement with EO.
Nancy Caldwell, Finance & Accounting
Nancy is a seasoned Financial Controller with extensive experience managing the financial operations of multiple organizations. After serving as Controller at an engineering firm until 2017, she transitioned to entrepreneurship and joined FPI.
Nancy is committed to maintaining financial stability for the firm by providing clear, accurate financial reporting and actionable insights. In addition to reporting, she specializes in month-end forensic accounting, close processes and reconciliations. Her expertise helps FPI streamline their financial operations and achieve accurate, timely insights, improving overall financial health and tracking clients projects from order entry through installation. Nancy’s mission is to simplify complex financial processes and empower companies to make informed decisions.
Nancy holds a degree in Marketing Management from Northern Michigan University.
Outside of her professional life, Nancy enjoys exploring spiritual healing and values time with her family. She has three sons—Mitchell (married to Hannah with a son, Miller), Adam (married to Francesca), and Luke.
Dawn Hicks, Firm Administrator
Dawn’s position as Firm Administrator encompasses accounting and procurement functions for the company, as well as customer service and a little office management, too.
Dawn has worked exclusively in the commercial furniture industry, in Nashville her entire career. She’s been in the industry for more than 30 years, since her very first job out of college with a furniture dealer, where she learned purchasing and project management. Today, she is an expert at negotiating with manufacturers and logistics companies to ensure that all of FPI’s projects are delivered as promised.
Dawn is a true Nashville Unicorn and attended MTSU obtaining a degree in Business Management. She’s married to her husband David, with three children (Shelby, Tucker and Maddie) and two grandsons, whom she loves visiting as often as possible. In her free time, she enjoys relaxing at the beach, college football and country music concerts.
Kellie Worstell, Senior Interior Designer
Kellie is the Senior Designer at FPI with more than 20 years of experience in commercial, education, healthcare, and hospitality design. Kellie’s mission is to provide her clients with thoughtful and innovative design solutions that balance aesthetics, functionality, and practicality. Kellie strives to ensure that every project reflects the client’s vision and enhances the overall experience of the space.
As an NCIDQ-certified interior designer with a keen eye for detail and a focus on clear communication and problem-solving, she works closely with architects, contractors, CEOs, school superintendents, and facility managers to deliver projects that meet or exceed expectations while staying within budget.
With a track record of managing projects across the United States, Kellie has successfully guided clients through complex design challenges. Her work has spanned various industries, from healthcare to hospitality, consistently delivering results that align with both client goals and budgetary constraints.
Notable projects include:
- AthenaCare
- Ensworth Academy
- Martha O’Bryan Center
Kellie obtained her BFA in Interior Design from Samford University
When she’s not designing, Kellie enjoys spending time outdoors in Colorado with her husband, Nick, and their two sons, Jack and Nathan. She’s a fan of 70s music and loves hiking and playing sports with her family.
Ashley Howell, Interior Designer
Ashley is an interior designer specializing in the design and specification of furnishings in commercial environments. Her expertise covers specialization in commercial, higher education, and K-12 furniture and environments. She provides client-focused, creative design solutions for customers both locally and out of state.
With her strong background in design for educational and commercial spaces, Ashley brings a unique blend of creativity and practicality to every furniture project. Ashley’s super-power lies in understanding her clients’ needs and delivering thoughtful, tailored furniture solutions that enhance the functionality and aesthetics of the space.
Ashley is passionate about guiding clients through the entire design process, from the initial interest in commercial furniture to final project completion. Her goal is to create spaces that not only meet the client’s practical needs but also inspire and elevate their environment.
Notable projects include:
- Ascend Federal Credit Union
- Tennessee Air National Guard
- Turner Construction
Ashley holds her BFA in Interior Design from Harding University, a CIDA accredited Interior Design program.
When she’s not designing, Ashley enjoys spending time with her daughter at the park or indulging in creative hobbies like sewing. She also loves to unwind by watching new shows. Her favorite band is Shane and Shane, whose music she often listens to during her downtime.
Niki Boesen, Director of Business Development and Sales
Niki Boesen, NCIDQ, brings over 20 years of experience in commercial interior design, architectural products, and business development to Facility Planners. Her unique background combines a strong foundation in design with extensive experience in sales, client relationships, and the commercial interiors industry.
Throughout her career, Niki has worked with architects, designers, dealers, contractors, and business owners to identify solutions that balance aesthetics, function, budget, and project requirements. Her consultative approach focuses on understanding client goals, building lasting relationships, and connecting clients with solutions that support their vision.
At Facility Planners, Niki focuses on developing client relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and connecting organizations with thoughtful workplace solutions. Her experience across furniture, flooring, architectural finishes, and other commercial products gives her a broad understanding of the design and construction process.
Niki holds a BA in Interior Design and is NCIDQ Certified. Outside of work, she enjoys motorcycle rides, kayaking, reading, and traveling, and continues to find inspiration in design, architecture, and the world around her.
Kris Giammarco, Business Operations Coordinator
Kris brings a wealth of experience in real estate, mortgage, and life insurance to the company, along with nearly a decade as a successful entrepreneur. As the founder of a brick-and-mortar retail business, she learned firsthand what it takes to build and sustain a business from the ground up—often learning the hard way, one challenge at a time. This hands-on experience makes her especially well-suited to oversee le Purlieu, our coworking neighborhood.
At le Purlieu, Kris manages the day-to-day operations, ensuring that a diverse community of entrepreneurs and remote professionals have everything they need to thrive. Her goal is simple: to create a supportive, seamless environment so others can stay focused on the big picture.
Outside of work, Kris is passionate about animal welfare. She has volunteered for over a decade at Maury County Animal Services just south of Nashville, where she helps match dogs (and the occasional cat) with their forever families. Her efforts have helped more than a hundred animals find loving new homes.
Bob Culp, President & Founder, Facility Installation Services
As a preferred service provider of FPI, Facility Installation Services does much more than simple installations. They are the Project Manager on all FPI projects ensuring that the work is completed in a timely and thorough manner. Bob’s mantra is “No matter how we perform along the way, it’s the last step that leaves a lasting impression and ensures complete client satisfaction.
Facility Installations Services was established in 2004, and Bob and his team have more than 30 years of experience installing all types of commercial furnishings, architectural cabinetry and wall systems.
Bill Hoskins, Project Management and Architectural Wall Specialist
Bill Hoskins has been installing furniture in the Nashville area for more than 50 years and brings a breadth and depth of knowledge to the FPI team that is impossible to match. The company Bill founded, Commercial Furniture Services, was acquired by FPI in 2001, allowing FPI to provide comprehensive services from design through installation and storage.
Notable projects of Bill’s include Waller Lansden, DaVita Healthcare and Franklin American Mortgage.