Casey Lynn
Chief Marketing Officer
Ralph Applebaum Associates
Casey Lynn is chief marketing officer at Ralph Appelbaum Associates (RAA), a global practice specialising in planning and designing museums and narrative environments.
She combines expertise in marketing, business development, content, and design to shape the firm’s communications, partnerships, and engagement across its international studios.
Lynn joined RAA in 2012, beginning her career in content development for the First Americans Museum in Oklahoma. Her work there helped establish an interdisciplinary approach that has continued throughout her career, bridging research, storytelling, design and strategy.
She subsequently held senior roles in business development before becoming CMO, leading outreach and communications while supporting major partnerships and projects.
Her experience includes contributions to projects such as the National September 11 Memorial & Museum, 9/11 Tribute Museum and Discovery Park of America.
Beyond RAA, Lynn actively participates in the international design community. She was invited as an innovator to Fast Company’s inaugural European Innovation Festival and has served as a jury member for Agenda’s International Design and Communication Awards.
Lynn holds an MA in Experimental Humanities and Museum Studies from New York University and a BS in Graphic Design from Syracuse University. She is also recognised for mentoring emerging professionals and contributing to conversations around the future of museum and exhibition design.
