New Oregon Licensees

Passing the Architectural Registration Examination and becoming a licensed architect is a significant achievement. It signifies that an architect is skilled in and committed to protecting the health, safety and welfare of the public, and is a significant personal milestone for those that become licensed. 

Congratulations to the following architects newly licensed in Oregon between Jan 1 and Mar 31, 2023. 

Rachael Burke, AIA
Lindley Bynum, AIA
Alexa Cano  
Efrain Cano  
Matthew Cross, AIA
Natalie Defrance Dreyer, AIA
Melina Delahoz  
Kyle Elliott, AIA
Ross Guntert, AIA
Tammy Hite  
Sarah Kershner, AIA
Sarah Kim  
Daisy Meade, AIA
Brian Oylear, AIA
Timothy Ruppel, AIA
Carolyn Villescas  
Alyssa White, AIA

We would love to do more to spotlight the newest Oregon licensees! Firms, if one or more of your staff has recently become licensed, we encourage you to share their story on social media and tag AIA Oregon, so we can spread the news! We are active on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

2023 AIA candidates for elective office

2024 First VP/2025 President

  • Timothy C. Hawk, FAIA (AIA Columbus/AIA Ohio) 

  • Evelyn M. Lee, FAIA (AIA San Francisco/AIA California) 

2024-2025 Treasurer

  • Heather Philip-O'Neal, AIA (AIA New York Chapter/AIA New York) 

2024-2026 At-large Director

  • Kenneth J. Filarski, FAIA (AIA Rhode Island) 

  • Latoya N. Kamdang, AIA (AIA New York Chapter/AIA New York) 

  • Benjamin Kasdan, AIA (AIA Washington, DC)

  • Jessica M. O’Donnell, AIA (AIA New Jersey)

  • Adam Viorel Pantelimon-Negrut, Intl. Assoc. AIA (AIA Canada) 

Each year, several dedicated members step forward to lead the national organization toward accomplishing our mission of creating better communities through good design and focused advocacy. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is governed by a 16-person Board of Directors; comprised of the elected officers, At-large and other Directors, and the EVP/Chief Executive Officer. AIA business is vested in the Board of Directors, which includes administration of AIA headquarters, oversight of the annual budget, and approval of policies.

PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT TO REVIEW THE SPEECHES FROM THIS YEARS’ CANDIDATES.

Kaley Fought, AIA, your 2023 President, after full discussion with the Board of Directors (which includes section leadership) will cast the vote for the chapter at the AIA Business Meeting, June 8. Until then, every AIA Oregon member has the opportunity and responsibility to review the candidates speeches and make any recommendations or comments or ask questions. We’ll have an opportunity to caucus at AIA National convention and can ask your questions directly. Please take advantage of the chance to guide your organization – every voice matters.

Learn More and See the Candidates Speeches Here