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AIA Oregon is pleased to announce our newest team member, Paul Davis!
Paul Davis is our Membership Recruitment and Retention Manager with eight years of experience working with creative and technical teams for small Portland-based businesses to Fortune 500 companies.
Paul specializes in taking abstract project goals and translating those into tangible deliverables that move the needle forward for organizations that are taking their next step toward growth. Paul is a powerful force in the workplace and uses his diverse professional experience, earnest communication, and his 1% better everyday attitude to bring out the best in his teammates.
In his free time, Paul likes to train for criterium races, climb, and obsess over coffee preparation.
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May 3 | 12-1:30pm | Virtual
Presentation portion open to all
Session 2 of Mentor Madness will begin with an overview of the AIAO Social Justice Action Plan followed by a lecture by Dr. Raymond Chong titled: “PORTLAND DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT – Systematic Discrimination in Chinatown and Japantown.”
The lecture is open to all however, Q&A priority will be given to our Mentor Madness participants to facilitate their breakout room discussion following the presentation.
| AFO - In Pursuit of an Equitable Workplace | |
Apr 30 | 5:30-7pm | PAE Living Building
Firms are striving for equity and inclusion in the workplace for many reasons: to ensure a sense of belonging for their employees, to attract talent that expands the firm’s offerings, and to compete in a marketplace that demands inclusivity.
AFO’s panel of experienced leaders will discuss the implications for architecture firms exploring questions of equity and inclusion. We will specifically focus on JUST, B-Corp, and the NOMA PDX Call to Action, including stories of realities versus expectations, challenges and benefits, and key learnings.
| COTE Digital Design Series | |
May 15 | 4-5pm | Virtual
CE Pending
Architectural Insights: Case Studies in Design Excellence
AIA Oregon COTE invites you to the Digital Design Series on Wed, May 15 at 4:00PM. This will be an engaging, educational event that features in-depth explorations of two remarkable projects: Inn the Ground and Viewfinder Apartments. The architects for each building will provide attendees with inspiration and practical insights into two of the projects which each won a 2023 AIA Oregon 2030 Award.
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AIA Members Win Tickets to Moda Center Events!
Enter by 5pm Friday
Enter for the empty spaces in upcoming Moda Center events! All you need to do is follow the link below to fill out a quick form and you can win 2 free tickets to the suite for an upcoming game or event! Don’t miss out!
Members - you are responsible for the behavior of your guests.
Upcoming available games/events next week:
- Fri 5/3 - Chris Tomlin - 7pm
You must be an AIA Member to enter.
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If you are interested in featuring your ad in the T@3, please contact info@aiaoregon.org | |
UPCOMING EVENTS
AIA Salem Happy Hour
Apr 25 | Details
Thursday Roundtable - AIA Annual Meeting Preview
Apr 25 | Details
AIA Portland Social Hour
Apr 25 | Details
AIAO SFx Coffee Break
May 1 | Details
AIA Southern Oregon Steering Committee
May 1 | Details
RELATED NEWS & EVENTS
AFO - In Pursuit of an Equitable Workplace
Apr 30 | Details
Sacred Spaces of Pietro Belluschi Tour + Architecture Lecture
May 9 & 11 | Details
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Board of Directors
Meet our Directors here!
Staff
Heather Wilson
Executive Vice President/CEO
Colleen Bastendorff
Director of Development and Strategic Partnerships
Kathy Wendland
Director of Operations and Membership Services
Paul Davis
Member Recruitment and Retention Manager
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Are you looking for events with Continuing Education? You can go to the Continuing Education Events page on our website and see all of the AIA Oregon upcoming events that include AIA LUs! | |
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AIA Salem Fourth Thursday Happy Hour
Apr 25 | 4:30-8pm | Alleycat Neighborhood Bar
Join AIA Salem for their May Happy Hour. AIA Oregon will cover first round and some appetizers for those who RSVP.
Learn More and Register
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Thursday Roundtable - Annual Meeting Preview
Apr 25 | 5-6pm | Virtual
Join AIA Oregon EVP / CEO Heather Wilson and chapter leadership on April 25 to review the candidates for AIA office, bylaws changes, and how you can become an accredited delegate to vote. Learn More and Register
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AIA Portland Social Hour, Hosted by the Emerging Professionals Committee
Apr 25 | 5-7:30pm | Ankrom Moisan, 38 NW Davis St. #300
Our Portland Social Hours are open to all members of the AEC community, and are a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow professionals! Learn More and Register
Please note we are starting early to accommodate the Thursday Roundtable – AIA Annual Meeting Preview. Members will be able to participate in the meeting from the social hour.
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CSI WVC/AIA Project Tour - The Ponds on Alexander
May 2 | 5pm | The Ponds, 435 Alexander Loop, Eugene
Sponsored by Andersen Construction
The Essex General Construction Project Team and 2form Architecture will lead the tour of the Ponds on Alexander, a
195,000 square feet, 186-unit multi-structure residential complex nestled on a 5.38-acre site bordering The Delta Ponds in Eugene Oregon. Currently this project is in multiple phases of construction. There will be a Happy Hour to follow at The Old Spaghetti Factory (27 E 5th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401). Learn More and Register
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Oregon Design Conference - Beyond Shelter
Confronting our housing crisis together
May 8-10 | Bend, Oregon
Registration Closes May 5!
The conference theme of ODC 2024 “Beyond Shelter: Confronting Our Housing Crisis, Together” will address the housing crisis, sustainability, and resilience through the lens of what actions architects can take to have a positive impact. Learn More and Register
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AIA Oregon 2024 Member Meeting - Virtual Option
May 10 | 11am-12pm
If you cannot attend the ODC in person, you can still register to attend the Member Meeting on May 10 virtually. Learn More and Register
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Path to Fellowship 2024
The 2024 Fellowship Application period will begin in the next few months.
Upcoming TRT Path to Fellowship Sessions - Save the Dates! (Subject to change, once the AIA Fellowship Schedule has been announced)
- May 23 - kickoff / Illuminating the Path to Fellowship
- June 20 - How to find / be a good sponsor
- August 8 - Successful Opening Statement and Application Organization
- August 22 - Refining and Aligning your application for submission
- Sept 12 - Final "Preflight" check in
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Register for AIA24!
Jun 5-8 | Washington, D.C.
Registration is open for the premier AEC industry event—the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design 2024—happening June 5–8 in Washington, D.C. AIA24 will bring together the often-siloed AEC industry to network, share knowledge, gain exposure, and find multidisciplinary solutions to today’s most pressing issues. Learn More and Register
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Not a Member? Get two for the price of one!
Join AIA as a new member, then unlock your $159 New Member Pass to AIA24.
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Allies for Efficiency Webinar on Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde New Energy Efficient Buildings
Apr 30 | 11-1:30pm | Virtual
Energy Trust of Oregon invites you to an Allies for Efficiency webinar on the newly built Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde (CTGR) Health and Vaccination Center and the tribe’s first net-zero neighborhood, Creekside Elder Housing. Hear from a panel of design and build experts, including the CTGR engineering and planning manager, project architect and solar trade ally, as they share project goals, sustainability features and community impact. Learn More and Register
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IIDA Oregon - Eugene Design Mixer hosted by IIDA
May 10 | 4:30-7pm | PIVOT Architecture, Eugene
Live in the Eugene area? Then be sure to stop by the Eugene Design Mixer hosted by IIDA Oregon Chapter at Pivot Architecture! Come enjoy some light bites, beverages, and a fun night of socializing with your local Eugene Design Community.
Special guest, Akasha Lawrence Spence of Fifth Element Community Development and Consulting, will be there to share more about our chapter's efforts towards Interior Design Legislation in 2025. You won't want to miss it! Learn More and Register
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Restore Oregon Presents: Sacred Spaces of Pietro Belluschi Tour + Architecture Lecture
May 9 & 11 | Various Locations in Portland Area
Restore Oregon Modernism invites Oregonians to embark on a journey through time as they visit several of Pietro Belluschi’s iconic Sacred Spaces in the Portland area. Through an informative lecture and church tour, attendees will delve into the life and works of this esteemed architect, renowned for his pioneering contributions to Northwest Regional Modernism. Click on the links below to learn more.
Lecture and Tour at Central Lutheran Church
May 9 | 6:15 doors open, 7pm Lecture begins | Central Lutheran Church
Sacred Spaces of Pietro Belluschi Self Guided Tour
May 11 | Five Belluschi-designed churches
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SMPS Upcoming Events
Creating Workplaces where Multi-Generational Talent Can Thrive
Apr 30 | 11am-12pm | Virtual
In this session, we will explore what aspects of leadership have been valued and rewarded in our workplaces, and how that is inadequate to meet the needs of the present and future. Learn More and Register
The Inclusive Partnership Mixer: Meet XBE Firms
May 21 | 4-6:30pm | US Bancorp Tower, 3rd Floor
You are invited to this event to connect with industry partners over drinks and light fare. Attendees will also receive a curated XBE directory as a go-to resource in finding potential project partners. Learn More and Register
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CSI Industry Forum 2024
Community Regeneration in Urban Settings
Jun 6 | 4-6pm | The Redd, Portland
Attended by hundreds of designers, engineers, product representatives, and project owners, industry Forum provides an informative and stimulating look at what's innovative in the industry! 2024's Keynote speaker is Maurice Cox. Learn More and Register
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EDRA55 Portland Conference
Jun 19-22 | Hilton Portland Downtown
This event is hosted by the University of Oregon and will center on promoting human-centric design that considers people’s prosperity, satisfaction, and well-being while celebrating sustainability, resilience, and diversity in the built and natural environment at all scales. Learn More and Register
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Grants, Scholarships, Competitions & Opportunities | |
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Energy Trust of Oregon - Net Zero Fellowship Grants Applications open through May 3
The Net Zero Fellowship aims to address technological, financial, social, and other market barriers to net-zero energy buildings and to grow the community of practitioners advancing commercial net-zero energy development in Oregon and Washington.
Individuals or firms in the fields of community development, urban planning, architecture, engineering, construction, facility management, public policy, or academia are encouraged to apply. Learn More and Register
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CSI Foundation Scholarships
Application Deadline May 24, 2024
The CSI Foundation's mission is to propel the AECO industry forward by awarding research grants and educational scholarships to dedicated individuals and groups that will surely influence advancements across the built industry.
The Foundation is awarding two (2) types of scholarships to help professionals across the built environment transform their careers.
- Attendance at the 2024 CSI National Conference (4 available)
- Earn a CSI Certification (5 available)
Learn More and Apply
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AIA Honors & Awards Currently Open
There are no Honors or Awards Open at this time
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