Lynn Osmond assumed the position of President and CEO of the Chicago Architecture Foundation (CAF) in 1996. She is responsible for overseeing CAF’s comprehensive program of architecture tours, exhibitions, public programs (including lectures and special events), and youth and adult education programs.

With her strong leadership in organizational development, CAF has realized 300 percent in organizational growth, has consistently ranked among the top 10 Chicago cultural institutions, and has grown its audience to more than half a million visitors. CAF’s docent program has also thrived during her tenure, becoming internationally recognized as the leading program of its kind in the world. She also spearheaded the launch of the Association of Architecture Organizations and the Architecture + Design Education Network, which now has more than 125 members.