Being Women in Architecture and Design

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Being Women in Architecture and Design

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Mar 28, 2023

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In honor of Women’s History Month, this episode of the Gensler Design Exchange podcast is celebrating women in the industry, including right here in our own firm. Three women in leadership roles within Gensler share their stories about their career paths.

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Mar 28, 2023

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Being Women in Architecture and Design

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