Meet our Talent

With over 30 years of experience, Jaime de la Garza is a seasoned strategist, designer, and innovator in the urban and architectural landscape. His work consistently drives meaningful, high-impact results, delivering on ambitious goals across a wide range of contexts.

As Managing Partner at The Black Bear Idea, Jaime brings a unique blend of visionary thinking and grounded execution. His bicultural background and extensive international experience in both the public and private sectors inform a holistic, integrative approach to complex challenges. 

From planning and design to strategic development, he offers deep expertise in creating inclusive, sustainable, and transformative environments.

Our vision draws from a multidisciplinary talent pool that activates precisely when each project demands it—bringing the who into the strategy before defining the what. 

We collaborate with partner firms and industry professionals, spanning architectural design, finance, law, sustainability, and strategic consulting. 

This flexible ecosystem allows us to assemble tailored teams that align seamlessly with the unique needs and ambitions of each initiative.