AIA Utah has many different committees working to serve our members and promote the architecture profession. All members are invited to participate in them. If you would like more information about a particular committee, please contact the board liaison or Angie Harris Roberts, Executive Director, at ahroberts@aiautah.org.
Government Affairs Committee
Monitors legislation affecting the architecture profession and advocates for members and the health, safety and welfare of our communities.
Board Liaison: Shawn Benjamin, shawn@method-studio.com
Honors & Awards
Identifies and celebrates exceptional achievements in the field of architecture by recognizing individuals from Utah and projects that demonstrate outstanding design, innovation and positive impact on the built environment.
Board Liaison: Daniel Rogers, daniel.rogers@mhtn.com
BEC/COTE
Provides building envelope education that is relevant to Utah Built Environment practitioners. Also works to advance and advocate for design practices that integrate built and natural systems and enhance both the design quality and environmental performance of the built environment.
Board Liaison: Matt Snow, msnow@trdp.com
Young Architects Forum (YAF)
Consists of architect members licensed for 10 years or less. Identifies issues of particular importance to this group and organizes engagement events.
Board Liaison: Melissa Gaddis, mmgaddis055@gmail.com
Membership
Supports the value of AIA membership through engagement events and recruitment efforts.
Board Liaison: Chamonix Larsen, chamonix.larsen@stantec.com
Equity by Design (EQxD)
Educates the design community on the importance of equitable practices and the value of diverse individuals in order to foster inclusive and equitable environments while providing members with opportunities to socialize and discuss current issues.
Board Liaison: Julia Oderda, joderda@vcbo.com
Public Relations
Promotes AIA Utah programs and architectural achievements in Utah through content creation, social media and branding guidance, and the publication of the Reflexion magazine and the Membership Directory.
Board Liaison: Fran Pruyn, franpruyn@outlook.com
Urban Design
Aims to improve the quality of the urban environment by promoting excellence in design, planning and public policy in the built environment.
Board Liaison: Soren Simonsen, soren@jordanrivercommission.gov
Allied Membership
Connects AIA Utah with professionals in allied industries who share an interest in the built environment and AIA Utah programming.
Board Liaison: Lori Haglund, lhaglund@vbfa.com
Affiliated Committees
DFCM Task Force
CRAN
Small Firm Exchange (SFx)
