We help mid-career architecture leaders grow their knowledge and shape their desired leadership paths

We advise the staff and volunteer leaders who facilitate and support the annual Leadership Forum program. We ensure regular evaluation takes place and informs the evolution of program topics and speakers. We periodically initiate reconnection among past participants within and across cohorts.  

Past cohort members of Leadership Forum programs are welcome to join us at any time during the year. Reach out to co-chairs or staff for more information.

Congratulations 2026 Leadership Forum Cohort!

Alex Berger, AIA, HGA | Benjamin Delwiche, AIA, Kaas Wilson Architects | Laura Fernandez, AIA, Cuningham | Mindy Hart, AIA, EAPC Architects and Engineers | Matt Huntress, AIA, LHB |Aishwarya Karunanidhi, AIA, NOMA, Alliiance | Scott Klopfer, AIA, RSP Architects | Ellen Konerza, AIA, BWBR | Craig Martin, AIA, PKA | Christina McDaniel, AIA, Anderson Engineering of Minnesota | Joe Mollen, AIA, HGA | Hannah Roth, AIA, RSP Architects | Rula Shadid, Assoc. AIA, Alliiance | John Steingraeber, AIA, Miller Dunwiddie | Cole Strombeck, AIA, Perkins&Will | Kathryn Van Nelson, AIA, Snow Kreilich Architects | Kathryn Watson, AIA, Perkins&Will

Committee Activities

Evaluation and evolution

The Committee reviews content, assessments, and speakers -- and considers the broader context -- to inform changes that keep Leadership Forum relevant and effective.

Selecting cohort members

A subset of committee members review all applications for the Leadership Forum and select those chosen for each year's cohort.

Committee Leadership & Staff

Co-Chair

Constance Chen, AIA

Co-Chair

Claire Lonsbury, AIA

Co-Chair Elect

Nicholas M. Reiter, AIA

Continuing Education Director

Deanna Christiansen, Hon. AIAMN