Portfolio / Resume Workshop

The AIA Dallas Associates Committee in conjunction with the Young Architects Forum (YAF) is pleased to offer this valuable program – Portfolio / Resume Workshop. This two-event series will help to encourage leadership and professional development of our members, by assisting them in preparing for future employment opportunities and graduate school.  If you are looking to improve (start) your portfolio, in terms of content, presentation and effective communication, please join us on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 from 6:30-8:30pm.  A panel of established and diversely experienced professionals from the local architecture community will be speaking about portfolio design, how to present and discuss your work, and presenting examples of good and not so good portfolios. There will be plenty of time for Q&A after the presentations.

As part of the first session of the series, the following firms and their representatives will make the discussion possible, and give their expert opinion on what they see and expect in regards to portfolios and resumes:


Human Resources
Renee Sneed, Principal
Human Resources Director, Corgan Associates Inc.
Founded in 1938 in Dallas, Corgan is nationally ranked among the top 10 Architectural Design Firms. With offices in Dallas, New York, Phoenix, Miami and Beijing, it provides master planning, architecture, interior design and space planning services for new and existing buildings. Corgan’s philosophy centers on understanding each client’s goals and expectations, and providing excellent value and aesthetically pleasing designs.

Marketing/Graphics
Ann Franks, Associate
Marketing Director, Corgan Associates Inc.
Ann oversees the production and coordination of all business development and marketing materials for the Corgan headquarters office in Dallas and offices nationwide. Her areas of expertise include: Public relations, talent management, database oversight and brand management.

Project Architect
Gianna Pigford, AIA, NOMA, LEED AP BD+C
Project Architect, Gensler
Gianna is a licensed architectural professional registered in the state of Mississippi with 13 years of experience. Her role at Gensler is as Project Architect and Project Manager on various project types, including automotive retail, workplace, and base building construction. As an Associate member of the office leadership, one of her responsibilities is to mentor and encourage the development of younger staff.

Project Manager
Briar Hannah, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C
Project Architect, Perkins + Will
Briar is a Project Architect in the Dallas office of Perkins+Will. Since joining the firm in 2006, Briar has worked on and contributed to multiple projects across numerous market sectors. Her responsibilities include planning, conceptual design packages, 3D rendering, construction documents and construction administration. From initial client contact through the final stages of construction, Briar has experience in managing all aspects of a project.

Principal
Evan L. Beattie, AIA, LEED AP
Director of Recruiting, Good Fulton & Farrell
Evan is a licensed architect who works in the Planning Group of Good Fulton and Farrell (GFF) and is actively engaged on the site planning and design of mixed-use, residential, retail and office projects in the DFW area. He also serves as the Director of Recruiting for GFF and is the initial point of contact for all career inquiries at GFF.

Officer
Jon Holzheimer, AIA
COO, Corgan Associates, Inc.
Jon is the Chief Operating Officer for Corgan Associates, Inc. As COO, Jon is responsible for all aspects related to the firm’s practice including insurance, risk management, continuing education, and compensation. Jon has over 32 years of architectural practice and corporate management experience and is responsible for over 72 architectural commissions. Jon graduated from Miami University (Ohio) with a Masters in Architecture in 1977.

Small Firm
Laura Juarez Baggett, AIA
Domiteaux + Baggett Architects
Partner of a decade-old Dallas practice that covers the bases from historic to midcentury modern to old ranch house remodels, this firm’s body of work represents a broad repertoire that embraces contemporary design, historic preservation, and a common sense approach to green building and sustainability. Their process is principled by reflection on current culture, sound precedent, and tempered by an intrinsic humanism that resolves into thoughtful and timeless solutions.

Placement Agent
B. Carole Steadham, Hon. AIA, SDA/C
Owner, Placement by Design
Upon entering the A/E/C Industry in 1983, Carole assumed the role of Business and Human Resource Manager for several leading firms in Dallas. Starting her own recruiting firm, Placement By Design as a Placement Consultant in 2001, allowed her the opportunity to work with Design Industry Professionals to offer them the critical tools they need to better market themselves for the future.

Educator
Charla Blake, Assoc. AIA, IDEC
Interior Design Accreditation Coordinator, The Arts Institute of Dallas
Charla has worked with The Art Institute of Dallas for 20 years. Her educational achievements include a B.Arch. from the University of Southwestern Louisiana, an M.Arch. from the University of Texas at Arlington and she is currently working on attaining a Ph.D. from the University of Missouri-Columbia in Environmental Design with an emphasis in Architectural Studies. In addition to curriculum development and writing program accreditation reports, she is also a capstone studio, as well as portfolio instructor. Ms. Blake is an Associate member of AIA, and currently writes the Local Arts section for the Dallas AIA “Columns” publication. She is also a member of IDEC, NEWH, and Dallas Architecture Forum.

To register for the panel, please follow this link:
http://www.aiadallas.org/cde.cfm?event=353998

The Portfolio Speed Review will take place on July 27th., same time, same place. Keep an eye out for registration information and please make plans to join us!



Kimberly Cundiff, Assoc. AIA
Design Development Manager, Brinker International
2011 AIA Dallas Associates Committee Co-Chair

Architecture on TAP!

When: Thursday June 16^th, 6-8 pm

Where: Cretia’s, 4900 Mckinney Ave

For this round of our summer series we will discuss the ever-evolving relationship between architects and contractors. Come ready to kick your feet up, enjoy some food and drinks, and join in the conversation as we are enlightened by our special guests: Rick Del Monte and Paul Higgins of Beck, Katie Humphries of Balfour Beatty, and Jennifer Workman of Good Fulton and Farrell Architects. They will discuss their current projects and the architect/contractor relationship.

Jennifer Workman, AIA is an architect at Good Fulton & Farrell Architects. Her involvement with the AIA started in 2004 by joining the Associates Committee at the AIA of Dallas. There, she found her niche championing for the younger groups of architects that usually find their voices unheard. She has worked to cultivate emerging leaders by mentoring, creating programs, and serving on boards both locally and nationally. She has had her hands in many organizations in both the AIA and TSA and even revived the disbanded Young Architects Forum in Dallas. Since 2008, she has been working on the Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Los Angeles with Morphosis Architects. Currently, she is aiding in the on-site administration and working closely with Assistant Project Manager Katie Humphries.

Katie Humphries has six years of experience in the commercial construction industry with Balfour Beatty. Before her involvement with the Perot Museum of Nature and Science she aided in the completion of the Gaylord Texas Resort and Convention Center. As an Assistant Project Manager, Katie is involved in every aspect of the construction process. She supports project pursuits, design and preconstruction efforts, and management of subcontractors. In addition, Katie makes it a priority to mentor new team members in their transitions into the industry. She was the also the recipient of the 2010 Luna award for Outstanding Construction Professional of the Year.

Paul Higgins, LEED AP joined The Beck Group in 1984 and worked on many significant building in Dallas, including Momentum Place, 1700 Pacific, and First United Tower in Fort Worth. In the mid 90’s he became director of the AT&T project team, which he developed into a $300 million business in four short years. Paul’s focus at Beck is in developing innovative processes and integrating architecture, construction, and technology that will create significant improvements in the building delivery process. Paul has served as a managing director since 2004, co-leading the largest division in the company with Rick del Monte.

Rick del Monte, AIA has experience in building design beginning in 1984, nine years of which he spent with Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates in New York. Rick also heads up the design group and plays a part in all projects that Beck’s architecture group touches. Ricks stays with each team from concept through execution to create innovative building and provide a productive work environment for the end users. Both Paul and Rick manage the central division that is comprised of five regional offices, 70 architects, and 250 construction personnel.

See you the 16^th!

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Pre-Register $12
http://aiadallas.affiniscape.com/cde.cfm?event=353663

$15 at the door (Cost includes 2 drink tickets and food)
Cash or check only at the door

* This is the first of three summer sessions that will be held at Cretia's on McKinney on the third Thursday of each month.

AoT Recap

We had an excellent turn out for our first of the year Architecture on Tap! event held at the Haworth gallery on May 18th! The Associates Committee would like to sincerely thank our sponsor, Haworth, as well as our featured guests for making this event a great success. 

Many of our architecture colleagues as well as others from associated professions made it out to get a glimpse into the Dallas Arts District through the eyes of those who have been integral to its inception and continued growth. 

If you enjoyed May's event, please come to the next Architecture on Tap!, June 16th at Cretia's on McKinney where we will be discussing Architect / Contractor relationships. See ya there!

Photo recap of the May event:

Photos by Mara Salas

The nice folks at Haworth brought in a chef to assemble hot and fresh pizza as well as s'more bites and fish tacos to appease the crowd

Gents' enjoying the eats and drinks

Ladies supplying the drinks and discussing Architecture

Our esteemed guests, (from left to right) Zaida Basora, Pat Ankney, Veletta Lill, and Lionell Morrison

The house was packed for a discussion that ranged from Design Architect / Architect of Record relationships to the importance a walkable street

The spoils of the photo contest went to Jacob Spence

Architecture on Tap

Architecture on Tap! is an event series hosted by the AIA Dallas Associates Committee and is open to anyone who would like to attend. AoT is an informal discussion event and usually takes place at a local bar/restaurant over drinks and snacks. Each AoT features three to five guest speakers who are prominent individuals in, and related to, the field of architecture. The speakers vary for each event and are asked to lead discussions which are usually related to the profession and practice of architecture but can range across any topic raised.Anyone attending AoT is encouraged to actively participate in the discussions but if just listening is more your thing, that’s fine, too. Historically, attendance at AoT events has been around 50-60 people and includes young professionals, architects, engineers, and the general public.

The next Architecture on Tap! event will be Thursday, May 19, and will be held at the Haworth Showroom in Dallas. The featured guests for this event were all instrumental in bringing the Dallas Arts District to life. The featured guests are:

Pat Ankney, AIA. A principal with Kendall/Heaton Associates, Pat was involved with the design and construction of the Wyly Theatre. He has worked on a variety of project types including corporate headquarters, medical offices, resorts, hospitality, and performing arts venues and is currently involved in the Devon Headquarters project in Oklahoma City. Pat received his BS in Architecture from Lawrence Technological University.

Lionell Morrison, FAIA. A founding partner of MorrisonSeifertMurphy, Lionell has won numerous design awards and is responsible for the design of One Arts Plaza in Dallas – a high-rise mixed-use development consisting of retail, residential, and office uses. He has produced a variety of projects of different type, budget, and scale. Lionell holds a B. Arts from UT-Austin and a M. Arch from UT-Arlington.

Veletta Lill. In 2009, Veletta accepted the newly created position of Executive Director of the Dallas Arts District. As executive director, she leads the various organizations in the arts district in joint operational planning and marketing efforts. Previously she served on the Dallas City Council from 1997-2005 and on numerous boards from the Dallas Museum of Art to the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Her advocacy of the arts has been honored by numerous awards.

Zaida Basora, AIA. Zaida is the Assistant Director of the Dallas Public Works Department over Facilities Architecture and Engineering (http://www.dallascityhall.com/pwt/index.html). She began the LEED green building program implementation for the City of Dallas is a founding member and immediate past chair of the USGBC North Texas Chapter. Zaida holds a B. Environmental Design from the University of Puerto Rico and a M. Arch from UT-Arlington. She also serves on the UTA Dean of Architecture Advisory Council.

For the event registration visit the AIA Dallas Website or click on the following link: http://www.aiadallas.affiniscape.com/cde.cfm?event=350861

If you are interested in finding more Architecture on Tap! events and other AIA Dallas events, visit www.aiadallas.org and check out the events calendar.

Mara Salas, Assoc. AIA

Architectural Intern, Corgan Associates

AIA Dallas Committee Member