2021 Call for Applications to join the AIA Corporate Architects and Facility Management

Information and Expectations 

The AIA Knowledge Communities are volunteer member-led special interest groups of the AIA national organization.  They help members to connect with others who share the same passions and commitment—and develop projects that advance the profession and the collective work of the AIA. 

The AIA Corporate Architects and Facility Management (CAFM) Knowledge Community consist of architects working within and for businesses and corporations. Our mission is to share expertise in the strategic, tactical, and operational activities of real property and facilities  

CAFM is comprised of five members who serve a four-year term and move up each year to reach the Chair position.   

Characteristics of successful candidates: 

The composition should represent and enhance the diversity of the overall KC membership. 

All candidates should be able to help develop timely webinar content, product offerings, and training opportunities and eventually serve the KC as Chair.   

Specific expectations: 

• Participate in monthly 30-minute to one-hour conference calls. 

• Optional: Attend, if possible, AIA Conference on Architecture each spring.  
• Attend annual three-day AIA Knowledge Leadership Assembly, usually in August. Partially reimbursed. May be virtual in 2021. 

• What is this? KLA provides an opportunity for knowledge community leaders, the Board Knowledge Committee, and AIA staff to network, share knowledge and best practices, and build coalitions. This is the most critical meeting to attend.  

Qualifications statements: 

• Letter of Interest including a vision of what would you like to accomplish during your appointment 

• Resume with: 

• Professional accomplishments including contribution to, and attendance at KC events, subcommittee work, etc. 
• Skills include curriculum vitae outlining design experience, awards, publications, speaking events, knowledge sharing; what are the particular skills that you would bring to the committee that complement the existing leadership. 

The American Institute of Architects actively promotes a diverse profession, including race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or sexual orientation. CAFM strives to be an inclusive Knowledge Community representing diversity of thought, geographic diversity, both traditional and non-traditional practice and as well as providing opportunities for seasoned professionals, associate members and young architects. 

Please submit the above information via the online form by 5pm ET on November 6, 2020. 

Questions? Contact Susan Parrish at sparrish@aia.org .