Westlake is excited to announce Maggie Thornton has been named associate principal. Thornton is being recognized for her leadership, expertise, and commitment to the firm. She joined the firm in 2010 and manages Business Development and Marketing.

Core responsibilities include developing and implementing strategic marketing and communication plans for both public and private clients. She is also responsible for managing corporate communications, researching and identifying industry trends, leading business development and recruitment, and helping to develop company initiatives, practices and policies.

She is an active member of the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) and is a graduate of Oregon State University. She joins the leadership team including associates Gary Anderson, Bernard Smith, Charles ‘Bob’ Blair, and principals Chris Kaleikilo, Shad Haney, Mike Hargrave, and Ken Sandblast.