Notice of Annual Business Meeting of AIA Honolulu

Notice of Annual Business Meeting of AIA Honolulu Members! Mark your calendars to attend the Annual Business Meeting of AIA Honolulu When: Where: Lunch: RSVP: Tuesday, November 17, 2015 from 11:15am - 1:00pm (see Agenda for details) Hawaii Convention Center, Rm. 314, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu Complimentary box lunch for Chapter members Members: Please RSVP at www.aiahonolulu.org for an accurate lunch count. AIA Honolulu A Chapter of the American Institute of Architects 2015 Board of Directors President Scott Wilson, AIA President Elect Benjamin Lee, FAIA Secretary Mayumi Dao, AIA Treasurer Kristin Nakagawa, AIA Directors William Brizee, AIA Fritz Johnson, AIA Purnima McCutcheon, AIA Kurt Mitchell, AIA Rick Myers, AIA Shaun Roth, AIA Ming-Yi Wong, AIA Gary Yee, AIA Associate Director Julie Lam, Assoc. AIA Executive Vice President Amy Blagriff, Hon. AIA AIA Honolulu Center for Architecture 828 Fort St. Mall, Ste. 100 Honolulu, HI 96813-4452 www.aiahonolulu.org 02.12.14 ver. Elections will be held to fill the following expiring terms: AIA Honolulu Officers: Vice President/President-Elect* (2016) *automatically elevates to President in 2017 Treasurer (2016-2017) AIA Honolulu Directors: Four Architect Member Directors (2016-2017) One Associate Director (2016) AIA Hawaii State Council: One AIA Honolulu Representative to serve as Director on the AIA Hawaii State Council Board (Commencing July 1, 2016 - June 30, 2019, 3-year term) Eligibility for voting: As stated in the Bylaws, all AIA members and Associate AIA members in good standing for 2015, and assigned by the Institute to this Chapter as their primary membership, are eligible to vote at this meeting. Local allied members may attend but may not vote at this meeting. LIMITED VOTE BY PROXY (4.5.3): An eligible member may vote by proxy for the limited purpose of the election of directors and officers, provided that the members certifies he/she will not be in a 25 mile radius of the meeting location at the date of the meeting. The proxy shall be executed in writing and sent to the Secretary of the Chapter prior to the meeting on November 17. Send your certification/request by email to contact@aiahonolulu.org. Upon request you will be provided with instructions to execute your vote. Candidate Statements: Enclosed for your review: 1) Agenda for 2015 Annual Business Meeting 2) Minutes of 2014 Annual Business Meeting Included in this packet are written candidates statements from the advanced slate prepared by this year s Nominating Committee. This information will also be available as a link from our home page www.aiahonolulu.org. Section 4.7.1 of the Chapter Bylaws also specifies that Nominations of officers and directors of this Chapter about to become vacant, excluding public director vacancies as noted in section 6.2, shall be made at the annual meeting from the floor. Prior to casting your ballot, all members eligible to vote and attending the annual business meeting will have the opportunity to meet & hear from all candidates for election. Go Green: save this file to your favorite portable device and help save paper. Page 1

2015 AIA Honolulu Annual Business Meeting Tuesday, November 17, 2015 11:15 am 1:00 pm Hawaii Convention Center - Room 314 1801 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815 11:15 am Member Check-In and Election Verification Lunch, Networking & Chapter Announcements Arrive early to enjoy a complimentary lunch and updates 11:50 am Welcome: Executive Vice President Amy Blagriff, Hon. AIA, Executive Vice President, AIA Honolulu Introductions/welcome to Donald King, FAIA, 2015 AIA Northwest & Pacific Region Director 12:00 pm Annual Business Meeting Begins Presiding Officer: Scott Wilson, AIA, 2015 President, AIA Honolulu 2015 Annual Business Meeting Agenda Call to Order (12:00 pm): Scott Wilson, AIA, 2015 President Verification of Quorum: Mayumi Dao, AIA, 2015 Secretary Approval of Minutes of 2014 Annual Business Meeting Elections of Officers & Directors of AIA Honolulu, and one AIA Honolulu Representative to the AIA Hawaii State Council Board of Directors o Candidate Speeches/Voting Treasurer s Report/2014 Financial Year: Kristin Nakagawa, AIA, 2015 Treasurer President s Report: Scott Wilson, AIA, 2015 President Incoming President Remarks: Ben Lee, FAIA, 2016 Chapter President Announcement of Election Results Adjournment (1:00pm) Go Green: save this file to your favorite portable device and help save paper Page 2

2014 Meeting Minutes AIA Honolulu Annual Business Meeting Tuesday, October 28, 2014 Hawaii Convention Center, Honolulu, Hawaii I. Welcome and Call to Order President John Ida, AIA welcomed attendees to the Annual Business Meeting and called the meeting to order at 12:00 pm. II. Verification of Quorum Of the 686 eligible voting members of AIA Honolulu, 146 were present. This is more than the 10% required. The quorum was established at 12:05 pm. III. Approval of Minutes of 2013 The 2013 Annual Meeting minutes were unanimously approved as written. IV. Candidate Speeches Prior to presenting candidates, President John Ida asked for nominations from the floor. There were no further nominations and the ballots were confirmed to be correct as printed. The candidates, as nominated, were introduced to make remarks: Vice President/President-Elect 2015 Ben Lee, FAIA Secretary (one vacancy for 2-year term, 2015-2016): Mayumi Dao, AIA Director: (four vacancies for 2-year term, 2015-2016) Purnima McCutcheon, AIA Rick Myers, AIA Ming-Yi Wong, AIA Gary Yee, AIA Associate Director: (One position for 1 year term, 2015) Julie Lam, Assoc. AIA Director Hawaii Island Section (One position for 2 year term, 2015-2016) Shaun Roth, AIA Chapter Representative to the AIA Hawaii State Council Board of Directors (Two vacancies for 3-year term(s) beginning July 1, 2015 - June 30, 2018) Palmer Hafdahl, AIA Kimbal Thompson, AIA Each candidate spoke for up to 2 minutes prior to distribution of ballots to eligible members. V. Treasurer s Report: Kristin Nakagawa, AIA, presented the treasurer s report of the 2013 fiscal year. VI. Incoming President s Report Scott Wilson, AIA gave an oral report. Go Green: save this file to your favorite portable device and help save paper Page 3

2014 Annual Meeting Minutes, Continued VII. President s Report John Ida, AIA gave an oral report. VIII. Election Results As reported by President Ida, since the ballot contained a single candidate for each of the vacant positions, and after confirming there were no objections by members present, he declared the results of the elections to stand by unanimous consent: 2015 President: (automatic move from 2014 President-Elect): Scott Wilson, AIA 2015 Vice President/President-Elect: by acclamation Ben Lee, FAIA 2015-2016 Secretary: by acclamation Mayumi Dao, AIA 2015-2016 Directors: by acclamation Purnima McCutcheon, AIA Rick Myers, AIA Ming-Yi Wong, AIA Gary Yee, AIA 2015 Associate Director: by acclamation Julie Lam, Assoc. AIA 2015-2016 Director Hawaii Island Section: by acclamation Shaun Roth, AIA July 1, 2015-June 30, 2018 Chapter Representatives to the AIA Hawaii State Council Board of Directors: by acclamation Palmer Hafdahl, AIA Kimbal Thompson, AIA IX. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 1:05 pm. Respectfully submitted, Kristin Nakagawa, AIA, 2014 Secretary, AIA Honolulu, October 28, 2014 Go Green: save this file to your favorite portable device and help save paper Page 4

Nominees for AIA Honolulu Chapter Officers and Directors The 2015 Nominating Committee has prepared and presents the following slate of candidates to fill upcoming vacancies on the 2016 AIA Honolulu Board of Directors AIA Honolulu Executive Committee Candidates Officer Candidates for AIA Honolulu Executive Committee (listed by position order) Position: Vice President/President-Elect, 2016 (One Candidate) Chris Hong, AIA Qualifications: Chris Hong, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP is an associate of Group 70 International, Inc. where he oversees a wide range of projects from commercial and institutional facilities to healthcare architecture, with an emphasis on sustainability and integrated collaboration. Since joining Group 70 in 2011, the award-winning architect and former NBBJ associate has played a key role in successfully restructuring the firm s internship program into the enriching program it is today. A former director on AIA Honolulu s board, director for the Hawaii Architecture foundation board, and chair of the AIA s Young Architects Forum, Chris has consistently championed the interests of emerging professionals. This May, Chris was honored by the AIA with a Young Architects Award. Statement: One of the biggest challenges we have as architects is staying relevant. Vital to overcoming this challenge is extending our services beyond design and serving as trusted advisors to our clients. My service to the AIA has afforded first-hand knowledge of the organization s influence within the community. If elected, I hope to enhance AIA s already successful programs and services, grow and nurture its core initiatives, and strengthen its relationships with other professional organizations. It s only through collaboration and authenticity that we can elevate the design profession. Position: Treasurer, 2016-17 (One Candidate) Kurt Mitchell, AIA Qualifications: Kurt Mitchell, AIA is currently the Managing Principal of RIM Hawaii, LLC. He has also been the President/CEO of KHMA and has 40 years of experience in architecture. A graduate of the University of Oregon, he has led firms here and in California. Kurt is a past Board Member and President of both AIA Honolulu and the AIA Hawaii State Council, and has also served on local, regional and national committees for the AIA. He is also an AIA Honolulu, Gordon Bradley Humanitarian award winner for his work with the AIA and the community. Kurt is a current member of the AIA Honolulu Board of Directors as well as other related business organizations. Statement: When I came onto the Board in 2014, I indicated that we needed to raise the value and understanding that we as architects bring to the community. I am still working on it and there is a lot more that needs to be done. As professionals like yourself, I need to see that the AIA is doing what they can to help us raise that awareness. I m running for Treasurer to see how that can strategically happen. The outgoing Treasurer, has done a fantastic job in keeping the Chapter updated towards where we are. We need to continue that and up the game so that the AIA can be a value to you and the community. Page 5

AIA Honolulu Director Candidates (2016-2017) Six (6) Candidates for 4 available at-large positions (listed in alphabetical order by last name) Emile Alano, AIA Qualifications: Emile Alano, AIA, is Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Architects Hawaii Ltd. Born and raised in San Francisco, he is a graduate of the University of California at Berkeley. He was Managing Principal of the Disney Aulani Resort and the Walgreens Flagship Honolulu store. He is currently Principal-in-Charge for the Ka Makana Alii Regional Mall in Kapolei and Koloa Landing Resort Phase III on Kauai, and one of the Managing Principals for the Ward Village Gateway Towers. Past notable projects include Ko Olina Beach Villas Resort, Marriott s Ko Olina Vacation Club Timeshare Resort, and the Kapolei Police Station. Statement: Having been an AIA member for a number of years without taking an active role, my feelings were What can the AIA do for me? By serving on the AIA Board, I would like to turn that feeling into What can I do for the AIA and its members? Our young professionals are not well equipped as they enter the practice of architecture. My focus would be on education of our young graduates and professionals to help them step into their roles as future architects, and to give them worthwhile tools to better prepare them as they grow their careers. Jason DeMarco, AIA Qualifications: Jason DeMarco, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, an Architect with Ferraro Choi, earned his Master s degree in Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania. His international work has taken him to the Middle East and India, in addition to working in multiple states across the U.S. Service with Hale Aloha O Hilo Habitat for Humanity as a member of the Development Board in 2010, Chair of the ARE Prep Committee in 2015, and membership on the Trade Expo Seminar Committee in 2015 with AIA Honolulu are a few examples of the community and professional engagement and participation Jason plans to bring to the Board. Statement: As a Board member I intend to engage with you, the members, to listen and identify the issues that concern you and advocate for programs and policies that will enhance your practices. Simultaneously I aim to champion and promote the missions and programs of AIA to our members and potential members to highlight programs and resources available. My particular passion is promoting the professional development and knowledge of our members and profession. As a Board member I propose to enhance existing, or create, relevant learning and networking opportunities for our members from all firm sizes and years of experience. Thank you for your support. Page 6

AIA Honolulu Director Candidates (2016-2017) continued Terry McFarland, AIA Qualifications: Terry McFarland, AIA, has been a licensed architect since 1976 and currently holds registrations in Hawaii, California and Guam. He has been a member of Architects Hawaii for over 18 years becoming a principal in 2007, member of the Board of Directors, Studio Head and EXCOM member. In addition he has served on the AIA Honolulu Board of Directors and Treasurer for over 2 years. He is a LEED AP BD&C, member of the Hawaii Society of Business Professionals and the Council of Educational Facility Planners International. Current Architectural responsibilities include principal-in-charge for various public and private sector projects and providing leadership direction at Architects Hawaii. Statement: The primary responsibility of an AIA Chapter Board of Directors Member is to provide leadership and governance of the Chapter on behalf of its members and the profession of architecture. That is my primary goal, to serve you, the members and advance our profession whenever and wherever possible. Through excellent design architects bring value and improved quality of life to each and every person in Hawaii. My goal is to help the AIA communicate this value by seeking out, listening to and evaluating your directions and then working to steer our local chapter in that direction. Thank you. Kris Powers, AIA Qualifications: Kris Powers, AIA, is a Project Architect at Mason Architects working on a variety of large and small projects that range from historic preservation, new construction, renovations, government and military. She is currently managing an assortment of diverse projects on the island of Lana i helping to facilitate the revitalization of the town and community. Her seven years of experience include three years teaching architecture while a Peace Corps Volunteer in The Gambia, West Africa. She has a Master s in Architecture and a Bachelor s in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech. Believing that getting involved in the community is extremely important, she enjoys her role as a volunteer swim coach for Special Olympics Hawai i. Statement: Recently licensed in the State of Hawai i, I look forward to using this opportunity to give a fresh perspective on topics that are discussed at the Board level. My interest is on advocating with the EASLA to help create a smooth transition from completion of all ARE and IDP requirements to becoming licensed. I intend to provide support and encouragement to our members that are currently going through the process. Active in the AIA Honolulu chapter, I enjoy working with other members and believe strongly in the mission and goals of the both the local chapter and the national organization. Page 7

AIA Honolulu Director Candidates (2016-2017) continued Nathan Saint Clare, AIA Qualifications: Nathan Saint Clare, AIA, is a Project Architect with Architects Hawaii Limited and has over 10 years of architecture and urban design experience working in Honolulu, Singapore, Los Angeles and San Francisco. He received a Master of Architecture from Yale University and Bachelor of Architecture from Kansas State University. Nathan is a dedicated generalist and his diverse project experience includes hotels, resorts, spas, clubhouses, retail and residences. Prior to AHL, he gained design and project management experience with WATG, Pelli Clarke Pelli and Hart Howerton. He serves on the Dean s Advisory Council at Kansas State University and actively participates in reviews and lectures there. Statement: In addition to serving and supporting the AIA, there are two additional issues I am passionate about. First, I will work to strengthen relationships with our greatest resource our design colleagues. By bridging the multi-generational strata of our profession we can better learn from those who came before us and share that knowledge with those who follow. From our emergent students to our distinguished emeriti, we speak a common language and I will strive to bring us together more to listen and learn. Secondly, I will advocate focusing more attention toward our diverse and talented group of designers and the creative work they are producing. Lorena Yamamoto, AIA Qualifications: Lorena Yamamoto, AIA, has worked for various architecture firms in Los Angeles and the Bay Area, but currently works at the firm of Roy K. Yamamoto. Licensed in Hawaii and California, she has experienced a variety of firm types and sizes from the large, corporate setting of Harley Ellis Devereaux to the more intimate, design oriented environment of Johnston Marklee. She has also worked on a wide spectrum of project types and scales ranging from the first LEED certified gas station to the massive City Center project in Las Vegas. Her work has been particularly rewarding as she was involved with rebuilding the Lower Ninth Ward in New Orleans for the Make It Right Foundation while at Graft LA and providing housing for low income families with special needs at the firm of David Baker + Partners in San Francisco. Lorena received her Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a Master of Architecture from UCLA. Statement: The potential that architecture holds to shape experiences and influence human behavior has always fascinated me. It would be a wonderful opportunity to transfer and communicate that fascination to the community, especially the younger generations, through the AIA framework. With the many changes taking place in Hawaii's built environment, I also see involvement with the AIA Board as a chance to be a part of a collective voice to influence decisions which impact our quality of life. As a Board member, I would be honored to support and serve the AIA members, organization and community. Page 8

AIA Honolulu Associate Director Candidate (2016) Three (3) Candidates for 1 available position (listed in alphabetical order by last name). Position: Associate Director Julie Lam, Assoc. AIA Qualifications: Julie Lam, Assoc. AIA, started working for Fung Associates Inc., a local firm that specializes in historic preservation and design, right after her graduation from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, and have now been there for ten years. Starting out as an intern and becoming a project designer/manager within the firm, she has worked on various architectural, historic, and commercial projects. Within the last five years, she has played an active role in AIA Honolulu. Her participation includes co-chairing on the Architecture Month committee, the YAF committee, and ARE Prep committee. In the past, she has volunteered with the General Membership Committee, Architecture Month Walking Tour, and Canstruction. Statement: Having actively participated in various AIA activities for the last five years, I have been listening to the various issues that face associate members today. One issue that I would like to particularly focus on is to increase value to attract membership into AIA for the young professionals, particularly females. This includes advocating for more events on topics of interest affecting young professionals, advocating increased involvement between AIA and the community at large, and advocating for more young females to become active in our field. Position: Associate Director Jonathan Sim, Assoc. AIA Qualifications: Jonathan Sim, Associate AIA, is currently a Project Designer at RIM Architects, and has a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from UCLA, and a Masters of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania. His 8 years of experience in architectural design include working for architectural practices worldwide including, Foster + Partners, Aedas, and Gensler. Examples of projects within his portfolio of work include, Yale University s School of Management, Apple Headquarters and Campus, D.C. City Center Mixed-Use Development, Crossrail Retail + Park, and Queen s Medical Center West Oahu. Jonathan is currently an active member of the NAIOP Developing Leaders planning committee. Statement: As a nominee for Associate Director, I look forward to supporting the AIA in developing a mentorship program between our younger membership and our experienced professional leadership. It is my aim bring our focus beyond professional practice and promote cross disciplinary and professional/academic relationships to foster debate, experimentation, and innovation. My belief is that as aspiring architects and design professionals, Associate AIA s are at the core entry level positions with a hunger for the challenge to impact our communities and participate in programs which can make a difference. As a nominee my aspiration is to nurture this enthusiasm and within the board to support such initiatives. Page 9

AIA Honolulu Associate Director Candidate (2016) continued Position: Associate Director Jason Takeuchi, Assoc. AIA Qualifications: Jason Takeuchi, Assoc. AIA, is an architectural designer at Ferraro Choi and Associates. After completing practicum at Sasaki Associates in Boston, he received a Doctor of Architecture degree from the University of Hawaii in 2012. Having attended Hawaii public schools his entire life, he received both the AIA Honolulu Scholarship and the UH SoA Alumni Association Scholarship, demonstrating a commitment to his future in Hawaii. Jason has been an active volunteer for AIA Honolulu, contributing to Canstruction, AIA Walking Tours, ARE Prep, YAF, mentoring students, and recently co-chaired the 2015 AEC Dodgeball Tournament, which raised nearly $4,000 for charity. Statement: As an Associate member for several years, I understand the role of Associates within the AIA and I m grateful for the opportunity to represent colleagues and friends. Staying involved with the AIA and various organizations has allowed me to recognize the unique challenges and opportunities for Associates. If elected, I aspire to 1) Encourage young designers, especially those from Hawaii, to work in and seek licensure in Hawaii by providing early advocacy and design recognition for this group, 2) Actively connect Associate members with the greater community through mentorship and collaboration with affiliated organizations and 3) Have fun while serving! # # # End of AIA Honolulu Board of Director candidates as presented by 2015 Nominating Committee # # # AIA Honolulu Representative to serve on the AIA Hawaii State Council Board of Directors (2016-2019) One (1) candidate for 1 available position: July 1, 2016 - June 30, 2019 (3-Year Term) Position: AIA Honolulu Representative to the AIA Hawaii State Council Board of Directors William Brizee, AIA Qualifications: William (Bill) Brizee, AIA, received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Arizona in 1997. Since relocating to Honolulu in1989, Bill worked with Lacayo Architects, Holmes and Narver, and was self-employed before joining Architects Hawaii in 1995. Bill is a past President and CEO of Architects Hawaii and was appointed to the Senate Task Force that created the State Building Code Council. Bill served on the State Building Code Council for the first 6 years as the AIA Hawaii Council representative. During this time Bill was also appointed to another Senate Task Force for Home for Life. The outcome of the work on this task force is evident in the new zone change in Honolulu allowing the use of ADU s that was recently adapted. For the last 2 years Bill has been involved with AIA State Government Network where all 50 states come together to discuss legislative threats to our profession and discuss ways counter them. Licensed in Hawaii and Arizona, Bill has been an AIA member since 1977 with the exception of one year. Statement: I have served on the AIA Honolulu Council Board for a total of 5 years, including the last 2. Last year I also served as the Honolulu representative on the AIA State Council and looks forward to continuing to represent you all s a Director on the AIA State Council should I be elected. Page 10 End of Packet