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Gray Elevates Leadership Firmwide

April 29, 2025

Gray is proud to announce key leadership promotions that reflect the firm’s continued growth and strategic vision for the future. Laurie Williams and Melody Cooper have been promoted to Principals, expanding their leadership across the firm and studio markets. These leadership advancements are a direct result of Gray’s ongoing commitment to investing in talent, cultivating strong client relationships and aligning with the firm’s mission to energize organizations through innovative, collaborative design solutions.

Williams and Cooper were elevated to Associate Principals just last year as part of Gray’s leadership evolution. Their rapid advancement to Principals underscores their influential role in shaping the firm's direction, mentoring emerging talent and delivering high-caliber design solutions across a range of market sectors.

Laurie Williams, NCIDQ, LEED® Green Associate™, Principal
Laurie was recognized for her natural leadership, business development expertise and innovative design strategies that have expanded Gray’s corporate market presence.

Melody Cooper, Principal
Melody's multifaceted expertise, strategic project leadership and strong client relationships have strengthened Gray’s position on national projects and key initiatives.

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