One thing I really do value about my AIA membership is the access to quality programs. The list below is events structured/tailored to small project and/or small firm practitioners. I’ve found that with the downturn in the economy, I’m spending more time in the “big thinking” ideas of what I like to do. Some of these seminars, workshops, and networking at the national convention are great ways to fuel my desire to learn more. Please take a look at what your colleagues are baking. I hope you register early!
Related Convention Sessions
Wednesday, April 29
Successful Strategies in Small Firm Operations: SPP-CRAN Series, Part 1 HSW
8 a.m.-noon, $155
3.75 LUs-Intermediate Level
Speakers: Michael S. Bernard, NCARB; Charles R. Heuer, FAIA, NCARB; Stephanie L. Kirschner, SDA; and Deborah A. Pierce, AIA
Ignition I: Fueling Inspiration with Diversity
8 a.m.-noon, $155
3.75 LUs-Entry Level
Speakers: Louis B. Smith Jr., AIA, NOMA, and Lisa J.K. Stacholy, AIA
Successful Strategies in Small Project Delivery: SPP-CRAN Series, Part 2 (SPP Track) HSW
1-5 p.m., $155
3.75 LUs-Entry Level
Big Tent, Small Footprint-Inclusive Green Residential Design: SPP-CRAN Series, Part 2 (CRAN Track) HSW/SD
1-5 p.m., $155
3.75 LUs-Intermediate Level
Speakers: Duo A. Dickinson, FAIA, LEED AP, and Peter L. Pfeiffer, AIA, NCARB
Ignition II: Powering Concepts into Reality
1-5 p.m., $155
3.75 LUs-Intermediate Level
Speakers: Louis B. Smith Jr., AIA, NOMA, and Lisa K. Stacholy, AIA, NCARB
Thursday, April 30
Regional Sustainability: Challenges and Visions of a Diverse Future-Sole Practitioners and Small Firm Breakfast
8-10 a.m., $51
1.5 LUs-Entry Level
Speaker: Obie Bowman, FAIA
The Etiquette of Discussing Race and Culture in the Firm: How to Talk the Talk So You Can Walk the Walk
2-3:30 p.m.
1.5 LUs-Entry Level
Speakers: Starita Smith; Louis B. Smith Jr., AIA, NOMA, and Jay Stephens, Esq.
SPP National Issues Convocation
4-6 p.m.
2 LUs-Entry Level
Speakers: James B. Cline, AIA; Kevin L. Harris, AIA, NCARB; Laura L. Montllor, AIA; Marilys R. Nepomechie, FAIA, NCARB; and Deborah A. Pierce, AIA
Network with Members of AIA Small Project Practitioners and AIA Custom Residential Architects Network
6:30-8 p.m., $25
Friday, May 1
Best Practices in Small Project Design: 2009 Small Project Practitioners Awards
4-5:30 p.m.
1.5 LUs-Entry Level
Speakers: Mark S. T. Anderson, AIA; Laura L. Montllor, AIA; Marilys R. Nepomechie, FAIA, NCARB; and Deborah A. Pierce, AIA
Strong Women-How She Does All That and Why She is Leaving
6-7 p.m.
1 LU-Entry Level
Speaker: Lisa J. K. Stacholy, AIA, NCARB
—Lisa Stacholy, AIA