AIA Philadelphia Strategic Plan 2018-2023 This Strategic Plan documents the aspirations and values of the members of the Philadelphia Chapter of the American Institute of Architects, and it sets forth the roadmap to guide the Chapter s leadership and activities over the next five years. Adopted April 24, 2018
VISION Through architecture, we strive to design a better world for all. MISSION Support the architectural community to elevate design expertise, and advance knowledge, advocate for the profession, and promote the value of architecture. 2
OUR VALUES 01 02 03 04 05 06 DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION We believe in fostering a growing population of diverse, culturally competent, resilient, and knowledge-based design professionals. PROSPERITY AND PRACTICE We believe in helping our practices prosper by changing perceptions of the architectural profession; and by broadly disseminating effective models of entrepreneurship, collaboration, consulting design services, and corporate culture. SUSTAINABILITY AND PRESERVATION We believe in positioning the AIA and its members as the leading source for credible, reliable and accessible information on sustainable design practice. We believe that preservation of historic buildings and the greater urban fabric are fundamental precepts of sustainability through their positive impact on the built and natural environments. EQUITABLE COMMUNITIES We believe the skills and resources of our profession should always serve the greater needs of the general public. Affordable housing, transit equity, accessibility and universal design, beautiful public open spaces and parks, community-based planning, and walkable, pedestrian-friendly cities are necessities for everyone. ADVOCACY AND POLICY We believe in advocating for legislation and policy that advance the architect s role in the built environment; to promote design solutions that directly impact our most compelling challenges; and to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public. DESIGN EXCELLENCE We believe that design excellence encompasses more than aesthetic and functional beauty. Design is also a leadership and facilitation skill that helps our clients and communities creatively address real world needs for the benefit of all. 07 SUPPORTING EMERGING PROFESSIONALS We believe that young architects have the skills, talent, and responsibility to lead and transform the architectural profession and that the AIA should help prepare them for extraordinary careers ahead. 3
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GOAL #1 ELEVATE DESIGN EXPERTISE AND ADVANCE KNOWLEDGE OF ITS MEMBERS. HOW WE TAKE ACTION Forum on Architecture + Design Housing Committee Programs Building Enclosure Council Programs Active Design / Healthy Communities Programs COTE Programs Materials Matter Program Healthcare Committee AIA/GBCA Committee Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) Preparation IN THE FUTURE... Stories from an Architect (PEA Program) Preservation Committee Programs L&I Committee Programs Women in Architecture Programs Design Awards Gala Individual Award & Honors Design Dialogues and On the Boards Re-Establish Small Firm Roundtable Re-Establish Regional Architects Committee Leverage Research From Universities GOAL #2 ADVOCATE FOR THE PROFESSION. HOW WE TAKE ACTION Participate in Architects Action Day in Harrisburg Women in Architecture Scholarship Program and Mentoring Program (PATINA) CONTEXT Magazine IN THE FUTURE... Re-Establish Gov t Affairs Committee L&I Committee Historic Preservation Committee BUILDPhilly Coalition Local Advocacy Policy Platform & Local Lobbyist Architect Representation on Every Civic / Gov t Group Create Leadership Opportunities for Board Members and Subject Matter Experts Among Members Diversity + Equity Initiatives Advocate for Value of Community Design Collaborative s Design Process in Civic Engagement Advocate for Best Practices in Working with an Architect with Government Agencies Support and Co-host Events with AIA Pennsylvania s Political Action Committee (PAC) 5
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GOAL #3 PROMOTE THE VALUE OF ARCHITECTURE. HOW WE TAKE ACTION Support and promote Center for Architecture and Design Support and Promote Community Design Collaborative Support and Promote the Charter High School of Architecture and Design Design Awards Paul Philippe Cret Award CONTEXT Magazine Historic Preservation Award Urban Design Committe / PARKing Day Website Social Media The Philadelphia Architect Weekly Newsletter IN THE FUTURE... Architecture in Education (AIE) Program for K-12 (Joint with CFAD) Participate in Discussion and Projects about how Designers can Advance a Smart City Agenda Participate in and Advocate for the Implementation of Philadelphia 2035 Plan GOAL #4 CONNECT THE LOCAL ARCHITECTURAL COMMUNITY. HOW WE TAKE ACTION Induction Annual Meeting / Committee Open House Golf Outing Holiday Party Welcome Event BIG Event Old Board / New Board Committee Open House Website Social Media The Philadelphia Architect Weekly Newsletter IN THE FUTURE... Improved Online Experience Exhibits of Local Architecture Firms Work at the Center Create Past Presidency 7
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ORGANIZATIONAL ALIGNMENT In support of the organizational values and goals set forth in this document, we will create a more strategic Board of Directors that maximizes and leverages its talents, while creating leadership development opportunities for each individual Board member. DIRECTORS Executive Committee President (Governance / Bylaws) President Elect (Nominating Committee) Past President (Annual Meeting Chair) Treasurer (Finance Committee) Secretary (Chair Membership Committee) Director of Sustainability + Preservation Committee on the Environment (COTE) Philadelphia 2030 Preservation Committee Materials Matter Program Building Enclosure Council Director of Equitable Communities Community Design Collaborative Liaison Housing Committee Urban Design Active Design / Healthy Communities Director of Communications + Marketing CONTEXT Magazine Website Newsletters Director of Advocacy L&I / City Agency Committee, Government Affairs Liaison(s) to AIA Pennsylvania s Advisory Council Informed as to AIA National Advocacy Policies Design Advocacy Group Liaison ACEC/AIA/SEPTA Director of Diversity, Firm Culture + Prosperity Women in Architecture Principals Committee Fellows Committee PhilaNOMA Partnership Two Directors of Emerging Professionals (Associate Member Representatives) All of Philadelphia Emerging Architects activities Leadership Academy / Partnership with Leadership Development Programs** PEA Prize Jury and On the Rise Program + Reception Director of Design Design Committee Awards - Harbeson, Cret, Walter, Volunteer of the Year Director of Continuing Education Forum on Architecture and Design Conference (formerly Design on the Delaware) Procrastinator Conference (ProCons) Committee-Based Continuing Education Events Healthcare Committee Director of Education K-12 Committee (Center / Architecture + Design & AIA Joint Committee) Charter High School for Architecture and Design (CHAD) Liaison University Partnerships Director of Technology and Innovation Ex-Officio Director: Liaison to AIA Pennsylvania 9
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American Institute of Architects Philadelphia Chapter Founded in 1869, AIA Philadelphia is among the oldest and most distinguished of AIA Chapters, with a long history of service to members and the public. AIA Philadelphia supports the architectural community to elevate design expertise, advance knowledge, advocate for the profession, and promote the values of architecture. 1218 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 215.569.3186 aiaphiladelphia.org