S. Claire Conroy
About S. Claire Conroy
S. Claire Conroy serves as the Editor-in-Chief of Residential Design magazine, overseeing its bimonthly print edition and newsletter. With extensive experience in editorial roles at Hanley Wood and a strong academic background, she has significantly influenced the magazine's editorial direction since 2016.
Current Role at Sola Group, Inc.
S. Claire Conroy serves as Editor-in-Chief of Residential Design magazine at Sola Group, Inc. since 2016. In this role, she oversees the publication of a bimonthly print edition and a bi-monthly newsletter. Her responsibilities include shaping the editorial direction of the magazine, ensuring that it meets the needs of its audience in the residential design industry. She collaborates with sister publications such as Qualified Remodeler and Kitchen & Bath Design News to enhance content and reach.
Previous Experience at Hanley Wood
Before her current position, Conroy worked at Hanley Wood from 1999 to 2015. She held various roles, including Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Director of Residential Architect magazine for 14 years. Additionally, she served as Editorial Content Director for Executive Programs and Consulting Editor for Residential Architect from 2013 to 2015. Her work during this time contributed to the development of editorial strategies and content for the publications.
Education and Academic Background
Conroy studied at Vassar College, where she earned an A.B. in English. Her educational background also includes attendance at Washington International School and Edmund Burke School. This academic foundation has informed her approach to editorial work and content creation in the design industry.
Editorial Contributions and Impact
As Editor-in-Chief of Residential Design magazine, Conroy has been instrumental in shaping the publication's editorial direction. She has contributed to the magazine's distinguished lineage, ensuring that it remains relevant and valuable to its readership. Her leadership has helped maintain high standards in content quality and industry relevance.