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Pfluger Architects Appoints New Chief Operating Officer

  • By Matt Jones
  • 09/18/24

Pfluger Architects in Austin, Texas, recently announced that it has appointed business leader Lauren Paver as its new Chief Operating Officer, according to a news release. In her new role, she’ll lead operational strategies for the firm’s five locations and 130 employees in Texas. Her focus will include business performance and strategy development, brand ambassadorship, and culture design.

“I’m deeply passionate about education and delighted to contribute my skills and experiences to level up the strong foundation that has been built over the firm’s 50-year history,” said Paver. “It’s inspiring to see how smart design plays a crucial role in creating an environment for students to achieve their full potential. Pfluger-designed spaces spark creativity and focus on the importance of social-emotional learning and commitment to educational excellence. I’m honored to have the opportunity to support our incredible work in shaping the future of education design, and ultimately shaping our communities’ future leaders.”

Pfluger specializes in educational facility planning, design, and construction administration. Paver’s passions include education, human-centered design, and collaboration, according to the press release, with the ultimate goals of creating clarity and inspiring engagement. Her previous experience includes serving as the COO for CLS Partners (acquired by Alliant Insurance Services), and she graduated from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas.

"Lauren is engaged, thoughtful, and constantly curious about illuminating Pfluger’s distinctness while integrating components of our history and legacy into our future. She’s dialed in on our vision and her value-driven leadership will guide Pfluger’s day-to-day operating rhythm," said Pfluger CEO Terry Hoyle. "Lauren’s energy and compassion will undoubtedly provide us with the strategies and structure to support our growth as we strive to inspire our clients and the communities we serve to create meaningful human experiences.”

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Matt Jones is senior editor of Spaces4Learning. He can be reached at [email protected].

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