Heather Wilson
AIA Oregon EVP/CEO
Looking Toward More in 2024
To the Esteemed Members of AIA Oregon,
As we stand on the precipice of 2024, I am filled with immense gratitude for the unwavering support and dedication you have demonstrated towards AIA Oregon throughout 2023. This year has been a busy one, marked by notable achievements, unforeseen challenges, and bountiful opportunities for growth. As the incoming AIA President Kim Dowdell, AIA has already noted, “we’re looking toward more in ’24!” and I am so happy to being doing that here, and with this membership.
Together, we have embarked on a transformative conversation about our priorities for membership and advocacy, fueling further conversation about the architects’ role in the designing, rebuilding, and rethinking of our urban landscape. We have championed policies that foster sustainable design practices, championed affordable housing initiatives, and advocated for resilient communities that can weather any storm. We have nurtured the next generation of architects, imparting our knowledge and expertise through comprehensive education and mentorship programming. And we have cultivated a thriving community of professionals united by a shared passion for crafting a better built environment.
I am particularly indebted to our generous sponsors, whose invaluable contributions have played a pivotal role in our success. Their financial underwriting has enabled us to host thought-provoking events, provide scholarships to aspiring architects, and amplify our advocacy efforts, ensuring that the voices of our members are heard and heeded.
Thank you to our 2023 Cornerstone Sponsor, HUB / Niedermeyer - your unwavering support of our mission and our members continues to help us provide quality programming and events like the Oregon Architecture Awards.
To our 2023 Platinum Sponsor – InteriorTech, we are deeply grateful for your ongoing commitment. Our DDS programs are especially supported by your contribution, helping to provide our award-winning projects a platform for educating our architects about future-forward solutions. Thank you.
We’d also like to acknowledge our 2023 Gold Sponsors – BetterBricks, EnergyTrust of Oregon, Hoffman, IMIAGINiT, Innotech Windows and Doors, Marvin, Jensen Hughes, and Opsis. Our in-person committee and CE events are made better by your backing, and we’re happy you’re such great partners!
Please click here to view our full page of sponsors, including Silver and Bronze level contributors. If you have a chance to thank them personally at any of our upcoming section holiday meetings or events in your offices, please share our gratitude for their support.
As we embark on the uncharted territory of 2024, I am brimming with excitement for the transformative journey that lies ahead. We will continue to champion policies that shape the future of our cities, towns, and neighborhoods, leaving an indelible mark on the communities we serve. We will invest in the professional development of our members, empowering them with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in an ever-evolving industry. And we will fortify our community, fostering a space where architects can connect, collaborate, and inspire one another, igniting a collective spark of innovation.
I am unwavering in my belief that with our collective vision and dedication, AIA Oregon will continue to drive positive change, shaping the architectural landscape of Oregon for generations to come. Thank you for being an integral part of our exceptional community.
With heartfelt appreciation,
Heather Wilson, AIA Oregon CEO / EVP