At Gensler, the value of our work stems from its positive impact on the human experience. We are a dynamic and collaborative design firm uniting creativity, research, and innovation to create impactful, cutting-edge solutions for our clients. Together, we are reimagining the cities, places, and experiences that impact people’s everyday lives. Founded in 1965, Gensler has built a team of 6,000 professionals who partner with clients in over 100 countries each year on projects that act as catalysts for growth. Everything we do is guided by our mission: to create a better world through the power of design.
Located in downtown Tampa, Gensler brings the best ideas from across the world coupled with incredible knowledge of the local market to provide personalized attention with creative, business-focused design solutions. We have created new identities, aspirational workplaces, and transformative adaptive re-use projects, all while finding new ways to enhance the way people live, work, play, and learn.
Sarah Joubert,
Principal and Managing Director
Sarah leads Gensler’s Tampa office as Principal and Co-Managing Director, delivering high-impact design solutions that align with client goals and business objectives. She sets the strategic direction for the office and guides multidisciplinary teams to define success metrics, activate specialized expertise, and execute projects with precision and excellence. With a deep understanding of client priorities, Sarah transforms complex challenges into actionable strategies that foster innovation, efficiency, and measurable outcomes. Her leadership is grounded in clarity, collaboration, and trust—building long-term partnerships and consistently elevating project performance.
Q&A with Sarah Joubert
Why did Gensler decide to become an Investor in the Tampa Bay EDC?
Our goals are inextricably linked. The Economic Development Council assembles our local business community to provide invaluable resources to companies looking to move to Hillsborough County. And as a firm, we’re eager to partner with companies in the private and public sectors to design incredible destinations and experiences, because we know it’s for the betterment of the city we call home. Gensler Tampa was founded 20 years ago, and the business community continues to champion our growth and success, so we were eager to pass that forward — to welcome and support the businesses taking root here.
Guided by Gensler’s mission of creating a better world through the power of design, how do you foresee the future of design in Tampa and Hillsborough County?
The EDC is committed to demonstrating that Tampa has something to offer everyone, and that’s a philosophy we share. Human-centered design will continue to support and bolster quality of life for Tampa residents and visitors, whether that’s for a residential tower, hotel, educational campus, or office headquarters. We’re lucky that the market is strong and there is a wealth of new development across industries. We can capitalize on this moment and momentum to design more connected communities.
Since many more professionals are now working in the office instead of from home, how does Gensler design a modern workspace?
Our strategy teams work with client decision-makers to understand what employees across all levels want and need from their workplaces. The workplaces of 2026 will be a blend of physical and digital: functional, social, and tech-equipped environments where employees can connect with each other to support their personal and professional development. We’ll continue to prioritize design solutions that engage employees and offer variety and options for people to collaborate and complete their best work. But most importantly, these spaces are designed with experience at the forefront: they are places that champion a company’s identity, where people can feel included, understood, and valued. We find that ultimately fosters a sense of pride and belonging within the organization.
With 6,000 professionals in over 100 countries, what would you say is the best attribute of Gensler’s cultural “people-first” philosophy?
Our people – our talent – are our greatest asset. Gensler likes to say we are a constellation of stars. And we think we demonstrate that in our projects: we’re often blending teams across practice areas, expertise, and offices to create exceptional spaces that put the human experience first. Our Tampa office is a mix of architects, designers, strategists, and administrative support who bridge local market knowledge and global insights to create one-of-a-kind design solutions for clients in Florida and beyond.
