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AIA Georgia is governed by a 13-person board that includes elected officers and directors.  The board also oversees the administration, annual budget, programming, and local and state advocacy. Download the AIA Georgia Bylaws for more information.

AIA Georgia Leadership

As a board member, you’ll play a crucial role in setting the organization’s strategic direction, advocating for architects and their interests, and fostering a vibrant and inclusive community of professionals.

The AIA Georgia Board of Directors maintains five elected At-Large Board Director positions, each with a two (2) year term. These positions are staggered, with two slots open for terms beginning in odd-numbered years, and three in even-numbered years. At-Large Board Directors may serve up to two consecutive terms. These five At-Large Directors work cooperatively with two appointed board directors, and the Executive Committee (President Elect, President, Past President, Treasurer and Secretary). AIA Georgia conducts elections for the At-Large Board Director positions in the Fall, and the term begins at the adjournment of the Board Transition meeting in December of the same year.

Questions?

David Southerland
Executive Director
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Ralph Raymond
2024 Past President
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Fall 2024 Elections

For elections occurring in the Fall of 2024, to fill terms starting in 2025. Open positions include:

Position Duties Term
President Elect
  • Lead advocacy initiatives and policy decisions (elect)
  • Attend select AIA events and conferences
  • Lead the chapter and board acting as the primary face and voice for AIA Georgia
  • Serve as the chair for the ad-hoc Nominations Committee (past)
2025 – 2027
Secretary
  • Primary record-keeper of chapter meetings
  • Lead election efforts for all board, Institute, and regional elections and appointments
  • Aid in setting the vision and maintain and interpret the organization’s governing documents
2025 – 2026
At-Large Director
  • Serve on one of three standing commitees: (1) fellowship and recognition (2) communications and marketing or (3) political advocacy
  • Provide financial management
  • Aid in setting the strategic vision for the Board
2025 – 2026
Georgia State Associate Representative (StAR)
  • Serve on annual Aspire Conference Young Leaders Committee
  • Act as conduit between the Georgia State Council, YAF, and College of Fellows
  • Attend, serve, and participate in NAC National Work groups
2025 – 2026