Ryan Doran is President and Partner of Pathway Project Consulting, LLC, bringing more than a decade of experience in facilities leadership, capital project management, construction coordination, and public/private-sector operations. With a professional background that bridges the skilled trades, institutional facilities management, and executive-level project oversight, Ryan offers a practical, results-driven approach to helping organizations plan, manage, and execute complex capital improvements and infrastructure initiatives.

Ryan's expertise encompasses the full project lifecycle, including strategic planning, scope development, budgeting, procurement, contractor coordination, scheduling, risk management, construction oversight, and project closeout. He works to align project objectives with organizational priorities, promote accountability among project stakeholders, and maintain a focus on cost control, schedule performance, safety, regulatory compliance, and long-term asset value. His approach emphasizes proactive communication, informed decision-making, and effective coordination among owners, administrators, design professionals, contractors, and other project partners.

Prior to establishing his leadership role with Pathway Project Consulting, Ryan developed extensive experience managing facilities operations and capital improvement initiatives within complex institutional and public-sector environments. At Camden County College, he has overseen projects supporting academic, administrative, and public-use facilities, coordinating contractors, managing project budgets and schedules, addressing operational challenges, and dvancing infrastructure improvements while maintaining continuity of campus operations. His work requires balancing immediate operational demands with long-term facility needs, capital priorities, stakeholder expectations, and applicable safety and building requirements.

A proud fourth generation union electrician and graduate of the National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee program, Ryan began his career in the electrical trade as a member of IBEW Local 351. This hands-on foundation provides him with a practical understanding of construction means and methods, electrical infrastructure, field operations, safety requirements, and contractor coordination. Combined with his project management and facilities leadership experience, this background enables him to evaluate project challenges from both the field and the owner's perspective, helping bridge the gap between planning, execution, and operational performance.

Ryan's leadership extends beyond project delivery into public service, governance, and community infrastructure. He serves as Chairman of the Cherry Hill Fire District Board of Fire Commissioners, providing leadership in organizational oversight, fiscal planning, emergency services support, and community safety. He also serves on the Camden County Workforce Development Board and the Camden County Planning Board, contributing to broader discussions involving workforce needs, regional planning, and community development. These roles reinforce his commitment to responsible stewardship of public resources, collaborative decision-making, and investments that deliver lasting value to the communities and organizations they serve.

At Pathway Project Consulting, Ryan applies this combination of technical knowledge, operational leadership, and public-sector experience to help clients navigate complex projects with greater clarity, coordination, and confidence. His philosophy is grounded in owner-focused representation, transparent communication, practical problem-solving, and disciplined project execution. Whether supporting a capital improvement program, coordinating multiple contractors, advising on facility planning, or providing independent project oversight, Ryan is committed to helping clients make informed decisions, manage risk, and achieve their project objectives.

Ryan believes successful project management is built on accountability, collaboration, and a clear understanding of the client's goals. Through Pathway Project Consulting, he is focused on building trusted partnerships and delivering thoughtful, dependable project management and consulting services that support each client's immediate needs and long-term success.

Professional Credentials

• OSHA 30-Hour Certified

• NFPA 70E Electrical Safety

• IBEW Local 351 Union Electrician

• Graduate, National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (NJATC)

Michael Hagarty has 44 years of experience in executive, managerial, and technical leadership roles for governmental organizations, as well as some of the world’s leading planning, design/engineering, and construction firms. His experience has focused on providing program, project, and construction management services on large, complex programs and projects. Mr. Hagarty also has extensive experience assisting customers in meeting best practices in planning, design, project delivery, and operational standards. Among his accomplishments, Mr. Hagarty has directed more than 600 projects, with a construction value exceeding $60 billion.

His project experience includes providing project management oversight services; planning and pre-construction services, including building assessments, design reviews, value engineering, and constructability reviews; construction management services, including cost estimating and CPM scheduling; contract administration services; QA/QC, including coordinating contractors and on-site problem solving; and dispute resolution support services.

Mike is the Director of Project Management for the Camden County Improvement Authority, responsible for overseeing and managing the planning, design/engineering, construction, and operations/maintenance of facilities and infrastructure projects. He is currently responsible for managing the capital construction and facilities planning, design/engineering, construction, and maintenance at Camden County College. He has directed teams involved in the planning, design/engineering, and construction of more than 125 projects for the County of Camden.

Recent projects include the Collingswood Public Safety Building; a new building for the Rowan University/Rutgers-Camden Board of Governors; renovations and improvements to Camden City Hall/Camden County Courthouse; a new Camden City Athletic Complex; a new Sustainability Center on the Lakeland Complex; renovations and improvements to Forrest Hall to provide new facilities for the Office of the Surrogate and Board of Taxation; renovations and improvements to the Child Advocacy Center and James J. Florio Center for Public Service to provide new facilities for the Office of the Prosecutor; renovations and improvements to the Camden County Boathouse and Golf Academy; and the development of new County complexes in Camden City and Cherry Hill.

Recently completed projects include the Cooper Medical School of Rowan University; the Rutgers University Graduate Student Housing Project; the Energy Improvement Program at the Camden County Technical Schools; the Kindergarten-4th Grade School for Camden’s Pride Charter School; the Camden County Environmental Center; the Camden County Boathouse; the Camden County Regional Emergency Training Center; the Camden County Ferry Avenue (Camden City) Branch Library; the Camden County Security Upgrades Program; the Camden County Youth Center; Elevator Modernization and Upgrades Projects at various Camden County facilities; and new municipal courtrooms at Camden City Hall. He is a member of Camden County’s Lakeland Long Range Planning Committee and Camden County’s Green Committee, responsible for establishing and implementing both short- and long-term goals and objectives.

In the Philadelphia area, he has overseen and managed projects for the City of Philadelphia, SEPTA, Amtrak, the DRPA, PennDOT, NJDOT, DelDOT, the New Jersey Turnpike, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, the South Jersey Transportation Authority, the Philadelphia Housing Authority, the School District of Philadelphia, the Camden City School District, the Cherry Hill School District, and the University of Pennsylvania, as well as private-sector clients and developers.

Mike is a recognized expert in the development and implementation of program management and control systems for large, complex programs. In addition, he is an expert in establishing metrics for both financial and technical performance. He has served as an expert witness in both trial and alternative dispute resolution proceedings on project cost and schedule analysis and the implementation of program management control systems for large capital projects.

Prior to joining Camden County, Mike served as Vice President for an international construction management and consulting firm, responsible for the establishment and management of the firm’s Philadelphia office. Prior to that, he served as Vice President and Regional Manager for an international multidisciplinary engineering, construction, and technical services firm, as well as Regional Director and then Managing Director of a large program, project, and construction management firm in Europe, where he was responsible for providing management oversight, guidance, and QA/QC for all projects in the United Kingdom and continental Europe. He instituted the development and implementation of policies and procedures that resulted in company ISO 9000 certification.

Mike has guest lectured at the University of Pennsylvania and Bristol, Cambridge, and Loughborough Universities in the United Kingdom on program, project, and construction management; the development and implementation of program controls systems; project delivery systems, including design/build; and business process reengineering. He has given more than 50 presentations and has written numerous technical papers covering a wide variety of topics related to planning, design/engineering, and construction.

Lauren Doran serves as Treasurer and Partner of Pathway Project Consulting, LLC, where she oversees the financial administration, business operations, and organizational systems that support the firm’s continued growth and success. Her role is instrumental in maintaining the company’s financial accountability, operational efficiency, and long-term business objectives.

Lauren is responsible for key administrative and financial functions, including budgeting, financial tracking, expense management, customer relationship management (CRM), and the development of organized business processes. She helps maintain clear financial oversight, strengthen internal coordination, and establish the systems necessary to manage client relationships, monitor business development activities, and support the firm’s expanding portfolio of project management and consulting services.

As Treasurer, Lauren plays an important role in financial planning, resource management, and responsible business stewardship. She supports budgeting decisions, monitors financial performance, and helps ensure that the company’s administrative and financial practices align with its broader strategic goals. Her attention to detail and structured approach to business management provide a strong operational foundation for the firm, allowing its leadership team to remain focused on client service, project delivery, and business development.

Beyond her financial responsibilities, Lauren contributes to the strategic direction and overall management of Pathway Project Consulting. As a Partner, she helps guide the company’s growth, strengthen its internal infrastructure, and support the development of lasting client and business relationships. Her involvement across financial administration, CRM management, and operational planning helps connect the firm’s day-to-day activities with its long-term vision.

Lauren believes that successful consulting organizations are built on sound financial management, strong relationships, and dependable operational practices. Through her leadership at Pathway Project Consulting, she is committed to helping establish a well-organized, financially responsible, and client-focused firm positioned for sustainable growth and long-term success.

Her work behind the scenes is an essential part of the firm’s commitment to professionalism, accountability, and delivering value to the clients and partners it serves.

John J. Mulholland, Jr. is a Strategic Advisor to Pathway Project Consulting, bringing more than 15 years of experience in strategic planning, organizational leadership, public policy, government affairs, legal and regulatory matters, and relationship development. He advises organizations and leaders navigating complex organizational and external environments, helping them translate vision into strategy, strengthen their positioning, and build the relationships necessary to achieve their goals.

John currently serves as Chief Executive Officer of the New Jersey Association of Special Education Partner Schools (NJASEPS), a statewide association representing schools serving students with disabilities. As CEO, he has led a significant organizational transformation, including the association's rebrand from ASAH to NJASEPS, development and implementation of a long-term strategic plan, expansion of research and benchmarking initiatives, and strengthening of its advocacy and government relations efforts. His work has required aligning organizational strategy, communications, member engagement, public policy, and regulatory considerations around a clear and sustainable direction.

A Certified Association Executive (CAE) and attorney licensed in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, John brings a particularly interdisciplinary perspective to strategic advising. His experience spans nonprofit and association management, governance, legislative affairs, regulatory advocacy, and public sector leadership. He has worked extensively with elected officials, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, institutional leaders, and other stakeholders to build durable relationships, navigate complex policy environments, and advance shared objectives.

Prior to joining NJASEPS, John served as Director of Constituent Relations in the Office of the Governor of New Jersey and held senior leadership positions in the New Jersey Legislature. His public-sector career included managing complex constituent and policy matters, advancing legislative initiatives, and developing bipartisan relationships across government and the nonprofit sector. His legislative work included helping advance landmark legislation benefiting individuals with disabilities, including the nation's first statewide law granting parking privileges to home healthcare workers.

John earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and History, summa cum laude, from Temple University and his Juris Doctor from Temple University Beasley School of Law, where he was inducted into the Rubin Public Interest Law Honor Society. He holds the Certified Association Executive credential, the highest professional certification in association management.

Through Pathway Project Consulting, John brings together strategic planning, organizational transformation, legal and regulatory acumen, and relationship development to help organizations clarify their direction, strengthen their operations and positioning, and navigate the complex environments in which they operate.