Duncan Cavanaugh

Duncan Cavanaugh, AICP, is a seasoned planning and transportation professional with extensive experience in project management and data analysis. Currently serving as Senior Planner at the Western Piedmont Council of Governments since March 2017, Duncan previously held various roles in public and private sectors, including Planning Department at Wilkes County Government and Regional Planner at High Country Council of Governments. Early in the career, Duncan worked as Air Service Development Director for the City of Hickory, leading successful commercial airline recruiting initiatives. With a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations and National Security Studies from The Ohio State University, along with a GIS Specialization Certificate from the University of California, Davis, Duncan has a strong educational foundation complemented by roles in revenue management and volunteer coordination.