Jessica Figenholtz

Jessica Figenholtz, AIA, LEED AP, is an accomplished architect with extensive experience in higher education planning and project leadership. Currently serving as Associate Principal and Director of Higher Education Planning at Perkins+Will since June 2015, Jessica has held significant roles, including President of AIA Chicago in 2021. Prior professional experience includes serving as Associate Vice President at Cannon Design from 2002 to June 2015 and internships at various architectural firms. Jessica holds a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and has also studied at Ecole d'Architecture de Versailles.