Architect James Hanis brings more than 25 years of project leadership experience to his role as a design manager with Walt Disney Imagineering in Orlando, Florida. Over the course of his career, James Hanis’ work as an architect and urbanist has involved the direct management of multidisciplinary teams throughout the design, planning, and construction phases of a wide range of projects in both the public and private sectors.

Prior to joining Disney Imagineering, Mr. Hanis worked in the offices of URS and 3D International LLC. He most recently served as the city architect of Daytona Beach, Florida, a position he held for more than a decade.

During his tenure with the City of Daytona Beach, Mr. Hanis' responsibilities included project design, construction planning, and construction administration on architectural and urban design projects throughout the city. He oversaw several notable projects in Daytona Beach, including the construction of the Yvonne Scarlett Golden Cultural and Educational Center.

In preparation for his career, Mr. Hanis earned a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in architecture from the University of Florida. He maintains certification from the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards and holds a license as a registered architect in the state of Florida. Read Less