About YDM & Associates
The Firm Behind the Project
Where Design Insight and Owner Advocacy Come Together
YDM & Associates was founded by professionals with deep roots across both the design and owner sides of major hospitality, entertainment, and commercial projects. That breadth of experience — understanding how buildings are conceived and detailed, as well as how owners fund, operate, and ultimately live with them — gives us a perspective that most project managers simply don't have.
We built this firm because we've seen firsthand what happens when those perspectives aren't aligned: scope creep, over-design, contractor misalignment, and budget erosion. Our role is to bridge that gap — not as adversaries to any party, but as a unifying force that keeps designers, contractors, and owners working toward the same outcome.
From a single-building renovation to a multi-phase program spanning hundreds of millions of dollars, YDM brings the same discipline, accountability, and collaborative foresight to every engagement.
30+
Years of Experience
$8B+
Projects Delivered
100+
Completed Projects
3
Industries Served
Our Core Values
Owner Advocacy
Every recommendation we make is filtered through one question: is this in the owner's best interest? We have no other agenda.
Uncompromising Accountability
We own the outcome. When something goes wrong, we don't point fingers — we solve problems and keep the project moving.
Proactive Communication
Our clients are never surprised. We surface issues early, report clearly, and keep every stakeholder aligned throughout the project lifecycle.
Precision Execution
Details matter. We bring rigorous process, disciplined scheduling, and meticulous documentation to every phase of every project.
The Team
Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience across hospitality, entertainment, and commercial design and development, and large-scale program management.
James Younglove
Founding PARTNER
Jim is a driving force behind groundbreaking projects in the Entertainment and Hospitality industries, renowned for orchestrating ambitious initiatives with dynamic, visionary leadership. His strategic approach blends deep expertise and creative problem-solving, ensuring every project not only meets but exceeds expectations. Jim harnesses the power of cutting-edge BIM implementation, Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) techniques, and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) methodologies to transform ideas into innovative realities. With a career spanning landmark themed environments and luxury hospitality, his ability to align owners, designers, and contractors around a shared vision — while maintaining rigorous schedule and budget discipline — consistently delivers projects that set new benchmarks for quality.
Joseph Davis
FOUNDING PARTNER
Joe is a powerhouse in the world of hospitality and entertainment, known for transforming operations, boosting profitability, and elevating global brands to new heights. As an award-winning architect and dynamic manager, he has led the charge on ambitious, multi-site resort, hotel, mixed-use, and themed entertainment projects that redefine industry standards. Joe’s unique background—spanning both architectural services and owner/developer roles—gives him a rare edge, allowing him to tackle even the most complex challenges with entrepreneurial vision and innovative solutions. His ability to build top-performing teams, expertly navigate entitlements and permitting, and consistently deliver projects that amplify brand value and financial success makes him a true leader in his field.