I have been in private practice for 28 years since my days on the national component staff, and I have never strayed far from the AIA family. I hope it is obvious: I care deeply about this profession. “I believe architecture has the potential to empower people in ways that can significantly change their lives.”

AIA members have the potential to bring the leadership of our cities together and create an action plan for sustainable, livable, healthy communities. We have the potential to house people, governments, and institutions in times of need. We have the potential to deliver our services in new, efficient, and exciting ways that benefit our clients and us. We have the potential to inspire architects to run for public office and seek public appointments throughout the country. We have the potential to change the face of this profession to better reflect the communities we serve. I know we can achieve our potential because as AIA members we are the best the profession has to offer.

I believe I will bring critical leadership skills to this office. To lead effectively, one must be able to listen and respect, empower and encourage, act and inspire. The winner of this year’s election will take office at the dawn of the AIA’s sesquicentennial. Our founders would be amazed at what has been accomplished in 150 years and marvel at our potential. I believe we can live up to our potential. I need your vote to make it happen.

National AIA Experience
Mid-Atlantic Regional Director, 2003–2006
Board Advocacy Committee, 2003–2006
Board Diversity Committee, 2006
Elevated to the College of Fellows, 1991
Scholarship Committee, 1987–1990 (Chair, 1989)
Historic Resources Committee, 1985–1990
Housing Committee, 1985–1990
Institute Staff, Executive Office, 1976–1978
Institute Staff, Government Affairs, 1974–1976

AIA Publications

• Contracting with the Federal Government (1975, AIA)
• The Federal Marketplace: Are You Prepared? (1976, AIA)
• A Directory of Minority Architectural and Engineering Firms (1977, 1978, AIA and the American Council of Engineering Companies)

Local AIA Experience
AIA/DC Chapter President, 2003
AIA/DC Chapter Vice President, 2002
AIA/DC Chapter Treasurer, 2001
AIA/DC Chapter Director of Fellows, 1999–2001
AIA/DC Chapter Director-at-Large (Education), 1989

Related Professional Experience
University of Michigan College of Architecture & Urban Planning
Alumni Association Board, 1990–1995 (President 1994)
National Organization of Minority Architects, NOMA, “Fellow,” 1994
NOMA President, 1985 and 1986
NOMA Vice President, 1984
NOMA Treasurer, 1982, 1983
NOMA Regional Director, 1978–1982

Education
BS and MArch, University of Michigan.

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