Claire Cahan

As Principal and Chief People Officer, Claire leads strategic programming and operational initiatives that support and advance our Studio’s shared culture and offer pathways for growth for our team members. As leader of Studio Gang’s People Team, she oversees the curation of the studio’s four offices, designs administrative systems, and cultivates continuing education, cultural, and mentorship programs that promote the Studio’s values and ensure every studio member can deeply engage our work across projects and offices.

Having been with Studio Gang for over a decade, Claire previously led the practice’s exhibitions and special projects, and has also worked on some of the Studio’s most pivotal, large-scale projects, including the strategic framework plan for the National Aquarium in Baltimore. She received her Masters in Architecture from Tulane University, and is a licensed architect in the state of Illinois.