Kelli Glasgow
By Joshua Burd
DIG Architecture has elevated Kelli Glasgow to the principal level, a move meant to strengthen its executive leadership team and reinforce what it says is a commitment to project excellence, mentorship and regional growth.
In her new role with the New Brunswick-based firm, Glasgow will continue to advance the development of emerging professionals while safeguarding its mission to be more than architects, according to a news release. The firm noted the former associate principal has pioneered key internal advocacy initiatives on its team, including Toolbox Lunch Box sessions, where senior staff share critical lessons with junior colleagues, as well as regular lunch-and-learn programs as part of an overall record of leadership in professional development
As a result of such efforts, AIA New Jersey recently recognized DIG as an EPiC Firm, a designation that celebrates outstanding commitment to licensure support, leadership development, career advancement and equity, diversity and inclusion.
“Kelli brings clarity, purpose and an unmatched commitment to our team’s professional growth,” said Vince Myers, DIG president and a co-founding principal. “Her dedication to mentoring the next generation of talent reflects the core values of our firm. As a principal, her leadership will continue to have a lasting impact on our internal culture, our clients and of course the broader architectural community.”
The company, which also has offices in Philadelphia and New York City, added that Glasgow champions a philosophy centered on positioning architects as visible leaders, educators and civic problem-solvers who shape education, equity and sustainability in everyday life.
“Architects are uniquely positioned to lead, whether it is in classrooms, studios or civic conversations,” Glasgow said. “My passion is bridging the gap between real-world practice and the community by engaging students early, strengthening professional mentorship networks and helping the public better understand the tangible value thoughtful design brings to every facet of everyday life.”
Her commitment to education is reflected in her active outreach work, including developing partnerships with secondary schools, colleges and universities to expand career pathways, the news release said. Notably, Glasgow spearheaded a collaborative program during Architecture Week with Newark’s newly opened Architecture and Interior Design High School, an event that connects urban public school students with practicing professionals through direct mentorship and volunteer engagement.
Her corporate leadership also aligns with her current role as president of AIA Newark & Suburban Architects, where she represents more than 600 members of AIA’s largest local segment, DIG said. Entering the second half of her term, she continues to aggressively drive a personally designed three-pillar approach that encompasses student membership, public awareness and member engagement, leveraging her dual perspective as a firm principal and chapter president to deepen ties across the regional design network and ensure the chapter remains a resilient, inclusive and supportive home for emerging and established professionals.
Aligning local member engagement with national advocacy initiatives is highlighted by Glasgow’s recent participation in the AIA Leadership Summit on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., the news release said. During the session, Glasgow met directly with congressional representatives to lobby for critical industry issues, including federal recognition of advanced architectural degrees to ease student loan caps, the extension of the 179D energy-efficient commercial building tax credit and bipartisan affordable housing legislation.
