Ken M. Tse, Principal and founder of KMT Architects, has over 38 years of architectural experience in a wide range of projects throughout the nation and internationally. Ken serves as the President of the Asian American Contractors & Professionals Association (AACPA), advocating for the M/WBE and small business community in the construction and professional related field with platforms to empower, advocate, and connect.
Beyond architecture and advocacy champion, Ken practices the principle of business as a mission, serving as the Executive Director of New Hope Compassion (NHC), a Dallas-based nonprofit organization with the mission of providing hope and compassion through outreach, training, and support to those in need locally and globally. Ken co-founded New Hope Compassion to serve as a bridge builder for mission programs by planting and developing projects together with strategic nonprofit partners to reach the common goal.
Ken received his Bachelor of Architecture from Mississippi State University and has served on the Advisory Board for the School of Architecture. He is a member of the American Institute of Architects and a LEED Accredited Professional with the U.S. Green Building Council. Ken also serves on numerous Boards, Advisory Boards, and is currently on the Advisory Council for North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) representing Collin County.
Ken was honored with the Community Contribution Recognition Award from the Dallas/Fort Worth Asian-American Citizens Council, recognized by the US Pan Asian Chamber of Commerce with the Outstanding Asian American Business Achievement Award, and received a Proclamation for The Top Building & Construction Industry Leaders from the Office of the Mayor, City of Dallas.