Cassie Hayes

Cassandra Allison Hayes, known as “Cassie,” serves as Second Consort of the State of San Andreas as the spouse of Lieutenant Governor Michael Simon Hayes. She brings to the role a professional background in architecture and design and maintains an active career outside of government.

Born in 1988 and raised in northern San Andreas, Hayes developed an early interest in architecture, spatial design, and the built environment. She attended the University of San Andreas, Berkeley, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture. Her academic focus included sustainable design principles, urban form, and the relationship between physical spaces and community use.

Following her education, Hayes began her professional career with an architectural and design firm in the Richman district. Her work has included residential and civic projects, with an emphasis on sustainable materials, natural light, and designs that integrate modern structures with their surrounding environments. She has continued her professional practice throughout her tenure as Second Consort.

Hayes married Michael Simon Hayes in 2014. Upon his inauguration as lieutenant governor in January 2021, she assumed the ceremonial role of Second Consort. She does not hold a formal governmental position and is not involved in policy development or administrative decision-making.

As Second Consort, Hayes maintains a limited public profile and approaches the role with an emphasis on professionalism and discretion. While continuing her architectural career, she has contributed informally to the cultural and visual environment of the Lieutenant Governor’s Residence, supporting design choices that balance institutional formality with accessibility and comfort.

Hayes’s role reflects a contemporary understanding of executive family life, recognizing that spouses of elected officials may continue independent professional careers while supporting the public responsibilities of their partners. Her contributions are centered on cultural stewardship, personal presence, and respect for the nonpartisan nature of the position.