Architecture and design is a predominantly male-dominated field, with roughly only 17% of the leadership positions held by women. Today’s episode of the Hazard Girls podcast features an extremely driven, multi-talented, and philanthropic woman who also works in an architectural leadership role. Benita Cooper is the principal architect and owner of Benita Cooper Design, based out of Haddonfield, New Jersey. She holds a Master’s degree in Architecture from Harvard University and her work has been recognized by national awards from the American Institute of Architects, American Architectural Foundation, and House. She has been featured in Harvard Design Magazine, Architectural Record, and many other publications. Last year, Benita was awarded the prestigious title of Minority Business Leader by the Philadelphia Business Journal, and she was also recognized by the Pennsylvania and New Jersey senates for her work. In addition to that, Benita is the founder of the non-profit The Best Day of My Life So Far, which recently celebrated its 10th anniversary. Stay tuned to today’s episode to hear this inspirational and motivational story of a woman leader in a male-dominated field, and much more!
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