ENCOMPASS: Inclusive Architecture, What’s Next?
Encompass is the AIALA conference intended to advance diversity, inclusion, equity, and environmental justice. In 2021, the conference’s fifth year, the program is organized by the AIALA and So Cal NOMA J.E.D.I Committee, to answer:
4 years, 100+ Speakers, 600+ Attendees, 30 Conference Hours…Year 5? What’s Next?
DETAILS
As a 2-day virtual event with the mission to increase urban equity and resilience in the communities we serve, the 5th annual “Encompass: Inclusive Architecture” conference will strengthen diversity and inclusion in the AEC professions and in the academic programs that provide the pathway to careers in architecture & design.
WHEN | WHERE | LUs
Day 1 – Thursday, April 22, 2021
Day 2 – Friday, April 23, 2021
Encompass is a Virtual Conference
2.5 LU/HSW per Day
As a 2-day virtual event with the mission to increase urban equity and resilience in the communities we serve, the 5th annual “Encompass: Inclusive Architecture” conference will strengthen diversity and inclusion in the AEC professions and in the academic programs that provide the pathway to careers in architecture & design.
SPEAKERS/ SCHEDULE
For speakers booked to date, including Demar Matthews, scroll down.
View the Agenda for Day 1 and Day 2 HERE.
TICKETS
AIA Members/$40 (1 day) / $60 (2 day)
Public/$60 (1 day) / $90 (2 day)
Students/ $20 (includes both days)
Speakers
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Aaron GreeneAssistant Professor of Architecture, California Baptist University -
Brandon “Stix” Salaam-BaileyFounder, THINKWATTS FOUNDATION -
Carmen Suero -
Demar MatthewsFounder/Principal, OffTOP Design -
Ivory Rose ChambeshiCommunity Development Program Manager/City Planner, City of Los Angeles -
Jason FosterPresident and COO, Destination Crenshaw -
Lance CollinsPresident, SoCal NOMALance Collins is a Director at Partner Energy with experience in sustainable design and construction practices including whole-building analysis/benchmarking, energy conservation measures, resource consumption reduction strategies, LEED certification administration, building commissioning, solar project development, and project/construction management.
As a licensed architect in the state of California, a LEED Accredited Professional, a Green Globes Assessor, and a Certified Sustainable Building Advisor, Lance holds over 15 years of professional experience in the fields of sustainable design, architecture, and urban design. He is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the United States Green Building Council (USGBC), and the National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA).
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Leslie Sydnor AIADirector, Cumming Corporation -
Marco RamirezSenior Manager, Community Development at Jordan Downs, BRIDGE Housing Corporation -
Mark HorvathFounder, Invisible People -
Miguel CabralExecutive Officer, Diversity & Economic Opportunity, Los Angeles Metro -
Mitra Memari AIAPartner, ZGF Architects -
Rene Rodriguez
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Rita Cofield
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Tony Gonzales AIA
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Vijay Sehgal FAIA
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Vincent Jones
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Wade Killefer FAIA
