Managing Partner At ZGF
Sharron’s quiet determination and thoughtful leadership earned her increasingly significant roles. In 2020, she became Managing Partner of ZGF’s Portland office. Then, in 2024, she stepped into her current role as Managing Partner for the entire firm, overseeing some 700–750 staff across seven offices in the U.S. and Canada. Despite the administrative expansion, she says her priorities haven’t changed: “Doing great design work, serving clients effectively, centering sustainability, and creating inspiring places for people.” At the heart of Sharron’s approach is empathy, putting users and communities first. No project is just about lines on a page; it’s about understanding what clients hope to do, feel, or become. Her touch spans typologies: from Colorado Children’s Hospital to the U.S. Consulate in Istanbul.