Joan Verbon

Joan Verbon (he/him) serves as Studio Gang’s Chief Financial and Operations Officer. With nearly three decades of experience in architecture, engineering, and construction in both North America and Europe, his holistic approach to operations helps ensure that the Studio continues to realize its mission and support design excellence.

Responsible for steering the Studio’s daily operations and financial performance, Joan develops systems and strategies that balance visionary design with efficient execution across all of the Studio’s projects and offices. He draws on his experience in engineering and financial analysis to anticipate the Studio’s evolving needs, driving continuous improvement and fostering a culture of collaboration.

Prior to joining the Studio, Joan held leadership roles at GPO, a Barcelona-based engineering and architecture firm, where he was pivotal in expanding their international presence. His oversight in the acquisition of Sam Schwartz Consulting brought him to New York, where he served as CFO and COO.

Joan received his Master of Business Administration from Esade in Barcelona and an undergraduate degree in Geological Engineering from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya. Outside of the office, Joan enjoys running, hiking, and skiing with his family as well as tending to his home garden.