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Chair Brett Wedding, AIA Vice Chair Katie Cherrier, Assoc. AIA Associate Representative to the AIA Board of Directors Saakshi Terway, Assoc. AIA Associate Representative to the AIA Strategic Council Heli Shah, Assoc. AIA Advocacy Director Ricardo Maga Rojas, Assoc. AIA Knowledge Director Abigail Korn, Assoc. AIA Climate Action Director Ayushi Suyash Toraskar, Assoc. AIA Value Director Rachel Wiesbrock, Assoc. AIA Strategic Partnerships Director Asa Santa Cruz, Assoc. AIA COF Liaison Bill Hercules, FAIA CACE Liaison Jensen Zack Staff Liaison Kathleen McCormick ...

The National Associates Committee 's (NAC) 2025 Annual Meeting took place from January 9th to 11th at Camp Widjiwagan in Nashville, TN. As a key member group of the AIA, the NAC fosters inclusivity and provides a platform for all associate members. This year's gathering brought together 63 state representatives and advisory committee members, creating a vibrant environment for collaboration and growth. Day 1 allowed attendees to settle into Nashville, engage in optional outings, and explore the city before the official program began. The evening set the tone for the event with a welcoming dinner at Turner Dining Lodge, followed by a lively campfire, offering ...

FAQ: What is a young architect and what is an emerging professional? Young architects are architects licensed up to ten years of initial licensure, and the name does not have any relationship to age. Emerging professionals are professionals who have completed their academic studies up to the point of licensure or up to 10 years after completion of their academic studies. Although young architects are now defined as distinct from emerging professionals, many components refer to these groups similarly. For example, a local YAF group may include emerging professionals and a local Emerging Professionals Committee may include young architects. FAQ: Who can ...

Co-Authored by Saakshi Terway and Kumi Wickramanayaka The National Associates Committee (NAC) recently wrapped up its Annual Meeting in Memphis, TN, alongside the Young Architect Forum (YAF) , marking a pivotal shift in both the organization's approach. From February 1st to 3rd, the CiV - Center for Architecture + Design served as the backdrop for a gathering that emphasized inclusivity, collaboration, and a renewed commitment to the future of architecture. A Shift Towards Inclusivity One of the standout features of this year's meeting was the transition from a regional to a state/ territory representation model. By embracing this change, ...