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Email dawn@aiatampabay.com to join a committee.
Volunteering and involvement is subject to the needs of the organization.
Knowledge Communities
Academy of Architects for Health
The Academy of Architecture for Health (AAH) provides knowledge which supports the design of healthy environments by creating education and networking opportunities for members of – and those touched by – the health care architectural profession.
AIA Tampa Bay Chapter Chair: Zach Greco, AIA
Building Enclosure Council
Building Enclosure Council (BEC) is an AIA Knowledge Community that is part of a network of Councils in cities around the U.S., and initiated by AIA National and the National Institute of Building Sciences.
BEC’s goal is to increase awareness of building envelope design as a critical aspect of successful construction and sustainability of buildings, and to foster the education of industry professionals regarding proper design, construction, and maintenance of building envelopes. Councils address specific issues related to local building conditions and climate.
AIA Tampa Bay Chapter Chair: Bob Bitterli, AIA, Robert DeHaan
Women in Architecture
The WIA TB Committee is an inclusive group that focuses on recognizing the women in our industry who are role models and that are paving the way in our Tampa Bay community. We want to celebrate their achievements and dedication towards their profession and inspire other women to find their voices through mentorship, leadership and networking activities. If you are eager and passionate for what we stand for and want to be an active member please follow the link for the committee chairs’ contact information. Email us your ideas so we can include them in the next committee meeting! Check the calendar and our social media for meeting dates and future events.
AIA Tampa Bay Chapter Chair: Ana Wallrapp, AIA
Young Architect’s Forum + Associates
The Young Architects Forum (YAF) + Associates Group promotes the professional growth and leadership development of Emerging professionals, licensed 10 years or less and unlicensed (associates) professionals on both traditional and non-traditional career paths & organizes events to address issues of particular importance to this group including ARE programs, mentorship and firm crawls.
AIA Tampa Bay Chapter Chairs: Hannah Murray, Assoc. AIA, and Astrid Cruz, Assoc. AIA
Committee on the Environment (COTE)
The Committee on the Environment (COTE®) is an AIA Knowledge Community working for architects, allied professionals, and the public to achieve climate action and climate justice through design. The committee promotes design excellence through the foundation of a healthy, sustainable, and equitable future. Their work promotes design strategies that empower all AIA members to realize the best social and environmental outcomes with the clients and the communities they serve.
AIA Tampa Bay Chapter Chair: Scott Holmes, AIA
Chapter Committees
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The committee is responsible for maintaining visibility and relationships with representatives and political leadership within the chapter’s territory, identifying opportunities for chapter involvement in issues relevant to the association’s mission, as well as chapter participation in state and national legislative programs.
Chair: Peter Hauerstein, AIA -
Works with staff on Member Communications, Website, Social Media, Media Relations
Chair: Ashly Anderson -
Plans all CE programs including monthly Eat and Educates
Chair: Arsenio Guillermo, Int'l Associate AIA -
Conducts Design Awards Program and Plans All Aspects of Celebrate Design Awards Event
Awards Event: Lilian Boutros Merhi, Architect -
Identifies potential fellowship candidates and encourages and assists with their application
Chair: Peter Hauerstein, AIA -
Conducts annual golf tournament to benefit the chapter’s scholarship program.
Chair: Al Ramphal, AIA -
The committee is charged with encouraging and soliciting nominations for worthy candidates for the chapter’s honor awards, as well as the jury process and physical awards bestowed upon recipients. Also coordinates annual jury of student work to select scholarship recipient(s).
Chair: Angela Hendershot, AIA -
Plans Monthly Membership Meetings and leads and oversees membership retention and recruitment efforts per Membership Calendar in the policy manual.
Member Programs Chair: Brandon Newton, Assoc. AIA -
Identifies potential board candidates and prepares slate for membership vote or acceptance
Chair: Lindsay Wilson, AIA -
Conducts sporting clays tournament to benefit the chapter’s scholarship program.
Chair: Chris Culbertson, AIA -
Leads board planning for current year and/or leads the development of a multi-year strategic plan that aligns with the Institutes plan.
Chair: Scott Holmes, AIA 2026Chair: Lindsay Wilson, AIA 0207
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Plans and conducts public outreach events including Design Week, K-12 event, and more...
Scott Holmes, AIA, and Peter Hauerstein, AIA