Ashauer joins HCM with a background in applied research, learning sciences, ethnographic inquiry and evidence-based design. She has spent her career embedding research directly into design workflows, translating insights about attention, regulation, memory, and social context into actionable strategies to drive more intentional, aligned, human-integrated outcomes. Her recent work includes pre- and post-occupancy studies, participatory design facilitation, multilingual community engagement, and the creation of research to design frameworks that enhance practice-wide accountability and shared understanding.

“Erika brings a rare combination of cognitive neuroscience rigor and human experience perspective to impact and improve the design of our PK-12 spaces,” said Adele Willson, PK-12 Studio Leader, in a statement. “Her approach not only deepens our research capabilities but strengthens our ability to create environments that truly support the cognitive, emotional, and social needs of learners and educators.”

Ashauer holds a bachelor’s degree in cognitive science, neuroscience and psychology from the University of California, San Diego. She is an Accredited Learning Environment Planner (ALEP), holds Evidence-Based Design Accreditation and Certification (EDAC) and is certified in Emotional Intelligence Coaching.

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Lebo brings more than 14 years of experience working on projects for public and private PK-12 schools, universities and community colleges in North Carolina. Her subject matter expertise spans school master planning, programming, design implementation, quality control and construction administration. She recently served as a Project Manager leading the team for the Carrington Hall Renewal project for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s School of Nursing, and also has experience with Durham Public Schools, Wake County Public Schools, the YMCA of the Triangle and GRACE Christian School.��

“Anne’s background in higher education and K-12 schools makes her an outstanding addition to our team,” said Adele Willson, Market Sector Leader at HCM, in an announcement. “She brings a dynamic approach that will benefit both our clients and our staff.”��

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