AIA Utah has many different committees working to serve our members and promote the architecture profession. All members are invited to participate. 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.
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
Central Section Committee
Provides unique engagement opportunities for members who live and/or work in the Provo/Orem area and the Wasatch Back.
Board Liaison: Chris Thompson, christophert@corearch.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
Government Affairs Committee (GAC)
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
Membership
Supports the value of AIA membership through engagement events and recruitment efforts.
Board Liaison: Whitney Ward, wward@vcbo.com
Northern Section Committee
Provides unique engagement opportunities for members who live and/or work in the Ogden/Logan area.
Board Liaison: Jeremy Larsen, jl@adapt-ag.com
Small Firm Exchange (SFx)
Advances the mutual interests of architects practicing in small firms.
Board Liaison: Jarod Hall, j@divelept.com
Southern Section Committee
Provides unique engagement opportunities for members who live and/or work in the St. George area.
Board Liaison: Audra Herriges, aherriges@nwlarchitects.com
Sponsorship
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@resolutgroup.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
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: Madison Merwine, mmerwine@hksinc.com
