Oregon-born and Texas-bred, Leslie Fender (she/her) joined GLAS Architects in summer 2024 after an impromptu road-trip-turned-homecoming.  

She brings 20 years of experience managing the full scope of admin, accounts and project management for a diverse range of businesses including legal, nonprofit, construction and retail. Leslie’s background also spans roles in film, fashion and photography with a Textiles & Apparel Design degree from The University of Texas at Austin. She contributes her creative and operational strengths across a wide range of responsibilities at GLAS Architects, supporting studio workflow, marketing and project delivery.

Outside the office, Leslie is exploring the cultural and culinary offerings of her local community and the grandeur of nearby forests, falls and coasts with her husband and their dog, Kiddo.