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Associate at Soderstrom Architects

Meagan Baker has an integral role in some of Soderstrom鈥檚 largest education projects, including the new Meadow Ridge Elementary School for Greater Albany Public Schools, and the expansion and renovation at St. Helens High School.

Her portfolio also includes projects for the Woodburn School District, Portland Public Schools and McMinnville School District. In 2018, she was promoted to associate in recognition of her leadership skills and outstanding contributions.

鈥淢eagan has done everything from a small health center renovation in an existing high school to an entirely new elementary school from the ground up, and she has excelled in every role,鈥� said President Marlene Gillis. 鈥淐urrently running the entire team for the high school addition and renovation for St. Helens, her organization and communication skills really shine.

鈥淪he does an amazing job keeping the client informed and updated, as well as supporting our up-and-coming staff with mentoring and guidance. She shares her knowledge generously,鈥� Gillis stated.

Baker鈥檚 community service includes Architects in Schools, Rebuilding Together and Growing Gardens. She has done job shadows with high school students interested in architecture. She has also supported the firm鈥檚 efforts with the Sabin-Schellenberg Center鈥檚 architecture program, volunteering as a guest judge for student critiques.

As a member of Soderstrom鈥檚 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee, Baker has spearheaded several initiatives to engage employees and provide professional education and mentoring. In addition, she has organized 鈥渓adies lunches鈥� for women in the office to have a safe space for mentoring and support.