Beth Harmon-Vaughan – Managing principal, Gensler

With more than 30 year’s experience, Harmon-Vaughan leads design teams in innovation and service for Gensler in Phoenix. Her body of work, encompassing almost every type of commercial and institutional project, is continually recognized for design excellence. As managing principal, Harmon-Vaughan oversees project design development, management and overall strategy. She serves as the client’s advocate, challenging the team to explore all options to ensure solutions are thoroughly developed. Harmon-Vaughan has been recognized and honored by her peers with fellowship status in the IIDA.

Surprising fact: “I’m half Canadian.”

Biggest challenge: “The recent recession, which we have overcome by having positioned for a better market while building our local design portfolio.”

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