Kaitlin and her husband, Mick, in Scotland
Kaitlin backpacking in South Fork, TN
Kaitlin and her son, Henry, on their porch in East Nashville
Kaitlin Dastugue is the Chief Operating Officer for the Civic Design Center. In her role, Kaitlin oversees the organization's day-to-day operations, programs, and staff.
Prior to joining the Civic Design Center, Kaitlin served as the Executive Director for Rebuilding Together Nashville and as the Planning & Policy Manager for the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency (MDHA). In both roles she managed a variety of initiatives aimed at strengthening Nashville’s neighborhoods and preserving affordable housing. She holds degrees in Political Science and Architectural Studies from Emory University and a Master’s in City and Regional Planning with a concentration in Public Private Real Estate Development from the University of Pennsylvania. A native of the New Orleans area, she lives in East Nashville with her husband, Mick, and son, Henry.