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Who we are is a reflection of what we believe.

It’s more than expertise that defines the high level of success we achieve with our clients. CPG brings visionary values and courageous collaboration to the planning project. We actively listen and learn with a deep commitment to uncover the vital culture(s) of your community, culminating in a plan that is uniquely and powerfully yours.

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We Believe In:

PEOPLE AND PLACE

A community’s distinct voice, character, and culture
are among its most valuable resources.

CREATIVE SOCIETIES

Communities are fully realized when their ideas
and artistry shape a vibrant future for all.

INSPIRED ENGAGEMENT

We create spaces that spark participation and possibility,
opening a community’s path to creative life.

CULTURAL STORYTELLING

Shared stories are our strength,
weaving tales, traditions, and values
into the enduring fabric of creative community.

Our Team

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DAVID PLETTNER-SAUNDERS, FOUNDING PARTNER

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SURALE PHILLIPS,
AFFILIATE

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ROSARIO TAPIA FRIAS, ENGAGEMENT AFFILIATE

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BARBARA CHEIVES,
AFFILIATE

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LAURA MORSE,
DRMTM AFFILIATE

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CHERYL BALDWIN,
DRMTM AFFILIATE

COLLABORATORS

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SAN FRANCISCO

Linda Cheu, Vice President

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BERKELEY

Matt Raimi
Founder and Principal

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PALM BEACH

Surale Phillips, CEO

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MIAMI & LOS ANGELES

Rosa Lowinger
CEO and Chief Conservator

The Cultural Planning Group serves the field of arts and culture. Based in California, Florida, and Pennsylvania, we bring clarity and collaboration to the cultural planning process, delivering a variety of services designed to connect communities to their unique sense of people and place.

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