𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗼𝗺, 𝗔𝗜𝗔, 𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝗻𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻’𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻

CannonDesign has announced the appointment of Stephanie Leedom, AIA, as Executive Director of the Great Lakes region, a strategic role overseeing the firm’s operations across Chicago, Buffalo, Pittsburgh, and Toronto. The appointment underscores CannonDesign’s commitment to cultivating strong, people-centered leadership across its North American network.

A Career Built on Collaboration and Service

With over 20 years of experience in public service, Stephanie Leedom has earned recognition for her collaborative leadership style and her ability to unite diverse teams around a shared vision. Her professional journey reflects a belief that architecture is more than design—it is a means of building lasting relationships and transforming communities.

Operational Details: Leading a Connected Region

As Executive Director, Leedom will guide the firm’s Great Lakes offices in pursuing integrated design solutions that address complex urban, social, and environmental challenges. Her focus will be on strengthening inter-office collaboration, advancing regional initiatives, and fostering a culture rooted in creativity and shared purpose.

Strategic Significance: A Vision for Regional Growth

Leedom’s appointment marks a new chapter in CannonDesign’s evolution as it continues to bridge design, innovation, and leadership across regions. Her role emphasizes the firm’s broader mission to empower teams, nurture partnerships, and create meaningful impact within and beyond the built environment.