Education

  • Union High School, Class of 1981  
  • Middlesex County College, Certificate in Human Resources
Registrations
Notary Public, State of New Jersey
Certifications
  • Master Gardener, Middlesex County 
  • Certified Personal Trainer

CORNERSTONE TEAM

Candice G. Longo
Office Manager

Candice G. Longo serves as Office Manager at Cornerstone Architectural Group, where she manages the day-to-day operations of the architectural practice with responsibility for financial administration, human resources, payroll, employee benefits, regulatory compliance, and office management. Her role requires accuracy, discretion, and trust, qualities she values deeply as she ensures the firm operates efficiently, accurately, and in full compliance with all requirements.  


With nearly three decades at Cornerstone and experience in office administration and business operations, Candy provides continuity, institutional knowledge, and operational stability that allow the professional staff to focus on serving clients effectively. Her background in the banking industry, where she worked for ten years as a Human Resources and Branch Administration Officer, managing staff resources, employee training, and federal regulatory compliance while assisting with branch administration. Those experiences became the backbone of Cornerstone's operational stability and professional excellence.  


Candy’s expertise supports the firm's ability to maintain strong financial controls, regulatory compliance, and organizational management. She takes pride in supporting professional teams by keeping the business side of the firm running smoothly, allowing architects and designers to concentrate on what they do best.  


Outside of work, Candy is a Master Gardener and maintains an active home vegetable garden. She enjoys hiking, spending time with her family, and is a proud grandmother of three.

Our Team