This is not a series. Individual session registration will be available 6-8 weeks in advance of each half-day course, and presenters, session times and locations will vary.
Session 1 | Mastering Communications with Clients and Project Teams
July 17, 2019 // Class Credit: 4 LU // 1200 12th Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98144
Session 2 | Firm Ownership Transition: Planning for Success
October 23, 2019 // Class Credit: 4 LU // 1200 12th Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98144
Session 3 | Effective Sales Planning for Doer-Sellers
December 17, 2019 // Class Credit: 4 LU // 1200 12th Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98144
Registration or Credit Questions?
Contact Zoe Guckenheimer, Program & Project Coordinator at AIA Seattle
Program Questions?
Contact Cassie Blair, Professional Programs Manager at AIA Seattle
Sponsorship Questions?
Contact Kimber Leblicq, Managing Director at AIA Seattle
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Peggy Heim AIA, CPHD is an architect with VIA Architecture. Her interest in integrated and passive house design helps to create sustainable, urban communities by way of long-lasting, high quality buildings. Peggy has worked on a variety of project types with a focus on affordable and market-rate multi-family housing in urban environments. She is an effective and conscientious project manager and enjoys the collaborative process between the client, architect and contractor. She effectively utilizes building information modeling and visualization tools and has a seasoned understanding of the challenges and opportunities presented by the construction process.
While growing up, Eugenia was fascinated by architecture, history, cities, and how communities work. She parlayed this interest into a career in historic preservation—finding a profession that she is passionate about. Eugenia Woo
For more than 40 years, Michael has been a consultant in architectural acoustics and vibration, mechanical system noise and vibration control, environmental noise assessments, and electronic sound system design. He earned his Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Washington.
Matthew Richter has spent the past 25 years creating arts and cultural spaces in Seattle, from pop-up temporary storefronts to years-long projects in giant urban warehouse spaces. His work has placed him at the intersection of the arts and real estate time and again, and he has gained a unique perspective from that vantage point. Art in America has referred to him as “an arts visionary” for his decades of work advancing the presence of the arts in the urban fabric. In 2013 he joined the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture as the Cultural Space Liaison, the first position of its kind in the country, leading a body of work around the creation, activation, and preservation of cultural spaces. Matthew is an arts entrepreneur and was the founding director of both the Consolidated Works contemporary arts center and the Rm 608 gallery for visual and performing arts. He spent two years building the Storefronts Seattle program, which activated 27 storefront spaces with projects throughout Seattle and in suburbs from Auburn to Mount Vernon. He has served as the Performance Editor of The Stranger, and is a nationally published feature writer. He has created a series of Dinner Theater productions at On the Boards and elsewhere, is an accomplished furniture designer and builder, and has lectured internationally on the state of the arts. He lives in Seattle with his wife, the playwright Holly Arsenault, and their son.
For nearly two decades, from 2000 to 2019, Kelly Rodriguez served as the executive director and editor of ARCADE, a Northwest non-profit organization concerned with reinforcing the principle that thoughtful design at every scale of human endeavor improves our quality of life. During her tenure, Kelly helped to produce over 60 issues of ARCADE magazine, and a host of original programming and partner events in the community. Among her numerous volunteer engagements, Kelly participated on the architect selection advisory committee for the Bullitt Center; served as commissioner and frequent panelist for the Seattle Office of Arts and Culture; and from 2017-‘19, Kelly assisted architectural historian and University of Washington professor emeritus, Grant Hildebrand, with every aspect of his latest book project, Gordon Walker: A Poetic Architecture, to be published by ARCADE (07/’19). Kelly holds a Bachelor of Architecture with Distinction from the California College of Arts and a Master of Architecture from the University of Washington, and she has been a ballet dancer for most of her life.
Jaclyn Hensy Assoc. AIA is an architectural designer at Robert Hutchison Architecture. Jaclyn received her Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Texas. She recently led the development of models, drawings, and installations for RHA’s solo exhibition entitled “MEMORY HOUSES: Nine Allegorical Works of Architecture” at Gallery 4Culture in May of 2018. Previously, Jaclyn held positions at design offices in New York and Seattle. Since 2014, she continues to collaborate with W. Mark Gunderson, a sole practitioner based in Fort Worth. Jaclyn is interested in building as a result of life, architecture as a process of critical reflection, and what can be documented of the ephemeral.
Seattle based goCstudio is an innovative architecture and design studio founded in 2012 by Jon Gentry AIA and Aimée O’Carroll. The studio’s work is driven by the unique opportunities and constraints of site specific projects which evolve through close relationships with clients, artists, and craftsmen. Each project is strengthened through these relationships, grounded in a strong consideration of site, material, and craft resulting in authentic and tactile buildings that aim to enrich their cultural landscape. The work spans a variety of project types, bridging the disciplines of art and architecture through collaborative design. The work purposefully engages various scales with the same attitude and process. The studio strives for design excellence in every project and brings an internationally diverse background of experiences to each endeavor. The resulting projects maintain their individuality while retaining a coherent design thread as a complete body of work.
Karen Braitmayer, FAIA is the founder and managing principal of Studio Pacifica, an accessibility consulting firm in Seattle. She and her team provide consulting services to local governments, school districts, architects, engineers, companies and individuals concerned with complying with Federal laws and State codes, as well as simply creating spaces that work for the unique needs of individual users. Karen also leads presentations and workshops around the country to further educate professionals about codes, standards, and inclusion.
The AIAS Chapter at Carnegie Mellon University was awarded the Chapter Honor Award in recognition of their outstanding achievements in creative programming, active membership, community engagement, and fostering student leadership. The jury was impressed by the level of rigor the Chapter went through to reinvent and re-imagine their programming having used data, town halls, and other avenues to pursue their members. In addition to engaging with the larger community, the Chapter worked to tackle socio-economic issues their peers and members faced. The integration of AIAS into CMU’s academics, studio culture, and school community is clear and intentional, and makes for a well-rounded and impressive chapter.
Zain Islam-Hashmi has shown tremendous skill in leading and guiding the AIAS CMU during his endeavors as Chapter President. Under his dedicated leadership, AIAS CMU has become a positive and inspiring force in the school and in the region due to Mr. Islam-Hashmi’s advocation for the AIAS among other peer-led councils within CMU’s SoA. In addition, he established the first year of AIAS Freedom By Design at CMU, and oversaw their fi rst project, which won an NCARB grant award. Mr. Islam-Hashmi also spearheaded the “Design Out of Studio Initiative,” leading to a built SoA pavilion that showcases the work of CMU students.
Alexander Siegel is professional, humble, and tenaciously committed to the AIAS. He diligently assisted California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo in strengthening their AIA/AIAS partnership; and by attending local AIA Board Meetings and cohosting events, a mentorship program was cultivated between his chapter and the nearby Cuesta College chapter. Peers and faculty describe Mr. Siegal as a wonderful student, and an effective and gracious leader who always takes initiative when he sees an opportunity.
Rafael Armendariz and Destanee Cook received this award for their rural preservation community development plan for the Northwest Area Residents’ Association (NARA). This project incorporated strong community engagement activities and clearly demonstrated the value of design to the community. In addition to displaying an extremely thoughtful and thorough process for understanding their site context, they blended architecture with education to successfully integrate it into the community that they were designing.
Kelsey Kauffman was granted the Graduate Research Honor Award for her thesis, “How Architecture can Combat Obesity.” The framework of her conceptual neighborhood school project was centered on the influence that an architect can have on society, health, and education, as well as the overlap and benefits of racial equality in education. At her final defence, Ms. Kauffman transformed a gallery into an interwoven story of architecture, obesity, and food insecurity, and produced a thesis dissertation book, many provocative graphics, and two hand-crafted models.
The FBD Chapter at Wentworth Institute of Technology is a model AIAS FBD program. Despite being newly established, they have already made a significant impact in their school and the greater community of Boston. They demonstrated a dedication to collaboration and teamwork, which resulted in a revolution in student-led, externally-collaborative, project-based, and interdisciplinary learning on their campus. The team members consistently displayed a commitment to professionalism and mentorship, which encouraged the school to re-examine the role of students in project-based learning.
Eva Kultermann is highly revered for her dedication to teaching and learning, as well as for her wealth of knowledge regarding the craft of building. Ms. Iltermann has received the Educator Honor Award for her development of studio exercises that engage local community clients. Because of her work, students are encouraged to be informed and active citizens that are responsive to the needs of a changing world and equipped with the ability to address critical environmental, social, and economic challenges through design and responsible professional practice.
Ryan McEnroe leads by example. His incredible history of engagement with students from high school to college, graduate students, emerging professionals, and young architects is nothing short of powerful and motivating. He co-founded the AIA|DC Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program and has volunteered for countless positions within the AIA, NAAB, and AIAS. Mr. McEnroe’s accomplishments and efforts have positively impacted and influenced emerging professionals and students across the country, and he is clearly a man of strong character and dedication to his community.
The AIA Component in Las Vegas was awarded the AIA Component Honor Award in recognition of their remarkable efforts to develop the next generation of architects and leaders. Their impact stems from K-12 to college and into the emerging professional environment. This component clearly sees the potential in the next generation and empowers students to be leaders by providing opportunities for them to be involved with AIA committees and hold positions on the component’s Board of Directors, in addition to funding student travel and leadership scholarships.
Moderator: Elizabeth Golden | University of Washington