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Robert Melara
November 13, 2025
Founder & Owner of Perfection Installation
Robert Melara is the founder of Perfection Installation Corp., bringing over 26 years of experience in custom millwork and architectural installations. Since launching the company in 2013, he has led high-profile projects nationwide, expanded operations to California in 2018, and acquired B & L Cabinets in 2023. Known for his attention to detail, Robert’s motto is simple: “Every job we touch comes out perfect.”
Yimeng Wang
December 11, 2025
Yimeng Wang is an architect and designer with experience across residential, commercial, and public projects. A graduate of the University of Southern California with a Bachelor of Architecture, she combines technical precision with cultural insight drawn from her upbringing in a family of architects in China. Proficient in Rhino, Maya, SketchUp, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite, Yimeng is recognized for her sharp problem-solving skills, design sensitivity, and global perspective. Fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, she brings an international lens to modern design. Beyond architecture, she writes about art, design, and visual culture through her WeChat account “Xixili” and contributes columns to iKuku.cn and ArtistMeetingPoint.com, connecting Eastern and Western creative communities through thoughtful storytelling.
Mike Ross
January 08, 2026
Mike Ross is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and author recognized for building some of the nation’s leading residential construction companies. With more than 30 years of industry experience, he has earned multiple honors, including 13 Houzz National Design & Service Award nominations and Qualified Remodeling Magazine’s Top 500 Award. A dynamic leader and speaker, Ross serves on the University and Athletic Boards at Pepperdine University, the Los Angeles Sports Council, and the LA5 Rotary Board of Trustees. His books—Achieving Peace of Mind, NIL: No Immediate Loyalty, and Business Bullshit—explore entrepreneurship, leadership, and resilience. Guided by integrity and connection, Ross believes success is built not just through victories, but through the shared pursuit of excellence.
Jordan Rambis
February 12, 2026
Jordan Rambis is a visionary executive at the intersection of entertainment, video games, esports—and now built-environment tech. As a co-founder of PlanChecker AI, a platform that uses AI and computer vision to streamline building-permit reviews and ensure code compliance with precision, he is helping redefine how projects move from design to construction. His deep experience spans esports team ownership (Minority owner of Evil Geniuses) and strategic advisory roles in companies such as FanAI and Loko.ai. Driven by a belief in building high-performance teams and pioneering new paths, Rambis merges immersive media, gaming infrastructure, and construction innovation to deliver transformative impact across industries.
