Barbados native Jennifer Graham is Associate Principal at Perkins&Will, as well as Vice President of Action at IIDA NY. A project manager who has delivered multiple award-winning, high-profile projects for over 30 years, her success comes from her special approach to project management. Jennifer builds mentorship into the process, learns on behalf of others and serves as a conduit between her team and clients. She also creates a supportive, positive and empathetic work environment. As a champion for DEI (Diversity, Equality and Inclusion), social purpose and sustainability, Jennifer brings these issues to the forefront in her client work and community service.
In 2009, she co-founded LMNOP NYC, Inc., an organization that offered networking and affordable continuing education credits to designers. Following LMNOP?s acquisition by IIDA NY, she currently serves as IIDA NY?s Vice President of Action and 2021 Catalyst Chair. In recent years, Jennifer has also connected manufacturers and dealers to provide furniture for various non-profit organizations, saving it from landfills and fulfilling a need within the community. The influence of Jennifer?s family, and the values they shared, are evident in everything she does ? from fulfilling her father?s own dream of working in architecture and following his dedication to serve to the pursuit of knowledge passed on through her grandmother. Her character and record are proof of her advocacy and commitment to both design and global ...