Miami Conference to Define “Architects as Agents for Social Change”
Architects have contributed significantly to shaping the public realm, yet their impact will remain limited without a fundamental shift toward more socially engaged professional practice. The “Redefining the Architect’s Role” conference, March 5-7 at the University of Miami, Coral Gables, will focus on how architects and urban designers can advocate for, and achieve, the effective public policy changes needed to create more sustainable and livable communities. The session—presented by the AIA in partnership with the University Of Miami School Of Architecture—follows up on the 2007 AIA Regional and Urban Design Committee roundtable, “Architects as Design Agents in the City and Region.” Cameron Sinclair, Executive Director/Founder, John Peterson, AIA, Founder & President, Public Architecture; and Barbara Faga, FASLA, Executive Vice President, EDAW, will serve as keynote speakers. Attendees will be eligible to receive up to 8 AIA CES Credits (3 HSW). For more information, visit the conference Web site. 
Don’t Miss the February 18 Web Seminar on Business Planning for Small Firms
The Best Laid Plans Webinar, presented by Management Consultant Rena M. Klein, FAIA, and moderated by Anne Laird-Blanton, AIA, principal and owner of ALB Designs, will present processes for business planning that will help small firm owners manage slow times and prepare for success in the recovery. Participants will learn about the major components of a business plan—purpose, marketing, operations, and finance—and realistic procedures for plan development and implementation. The Webinar will be held on February 18, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. ET. The cost is $95 AIA members/$145 nonmembers; 1.5 LUs may be earned. For more information, visit the Webinar’s Web site or register online. |
