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Much is happening at AIA Virginia.
Several activities are cycling through each of the local chapters. These include firm visits, seminars addressing the recent changes to the building code, and town halls with state-level leaders and resources. We’ve enjoyed seeing you there and look forward to encountering those who attend the remaining events.
We are also making progress on various items that will surface later.
The Honors Committee, the Design Awards jury, and the Nominations Committee have all been busy.
We are finalizing the plans and logistics for ArchEx and Visions for Architecture (6-8 November in Richmond).
We are formulating a new development program for mid-career professionals.
We are increasing the value and impact of our communications.
We are engaged in the due diligence required to establish and prioritize the planks of our advocacy platform.
We are replenishing the Political Action Committee (PAC) war chest.
And we are preparing for the launch of our newly established 501c3 charitable organization, the AIA Virginia Foundation.
Stay tuned for additional announcements and opportunities to engage. We anticipate great things. And we look forward to our future collaborations and achievements.
Paul Battaglia, AIA
EVP, AIA Virginia