2022 AIA Grand Rapids Board of Directors

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Throughout his career, John has sought opportunities that create positive impact and serve a larger purpose within their respective communities --- a pursuit central to John\u2019s philosophy on architecture. John sees the practice of architecture as a privilege, having the opportunity to not only better our surrounding environment\/buildings\/spaces, but also the quality of life for our neighbors for whom they are designed."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"John earned his Bachelor\u2019s and Master\u2019s degree from Ball State University and has worked in a variety of markets since his graduation in 2009. Following practice at award-winning architectural firms in Chicago and San Antonio, John has returned to his native state of Michigan and has been a member of AIA Grand Rapids since his homecoming in the fall of 2016. He has a diverse background of professional experience, having spent time in general contracting, real estate, and design editorial as a contributor for ArchDaily and Design Bureau magazines. While untraditional, John sees his diverse career path as an asset and routinely leverages his broad range of experience to complement his true passion, the practice of architecture proper."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"In addition to the practice of architecture, John also serves as founding chair of the ACE Mentor Program of West Michigan, a free, award-winning, afterschool program designed to attract high school students into pursuing careers in the Architecture, Construction and Engineering industry, including skilled trades. John led the program in its inaugural program year (2019-2020) and continues to lead that program. John also most recently served as the AIA Grand Rapids Vice President (January 2021 - December 2021) and the Membership Services Director (June 2018-December 2020)."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"On a personal note, John is a resident of Spring Lake, enjoys international travel, and spends his free time engaging in outdoor activities with his wife, daughter, and son."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Vice President (January 2022-December 2022)"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[2],0,"Steven Romkema, AIA, NCARB - "],[0,[3],2,"Fishbeck"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Steven Romkema is a Design Architect and the Design Team Leader for Fishbeck\u2019s architecture department. He has been a member of AIA since 2010, joined the Grand Rapids chapter in 2014 and obtained licensure in 2017. Steve is driven by the importance of the role architecture plays in our society and the impact it has on the end user. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Prior to moving to Grand Rapids, Steven worked in Lansing, Detroit, and Ann Arbor. He obtained both his undergrad and graduate degrees from Lawrence Tech. He also attended Michigan State and Lansing Community College exploring a wide range of degrees from civil engineering to marketing."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Steve also most recently served as the AIA Grand Rapids Secretary (January 2021 - December 2021). "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Currently Steve lives in Ada with this wife and two children."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Interim Secretary ("],[0,[2],1,"January 2022-December 2022"],[0,[0],1,")"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[2],0,"Rachel McCorkle, AIA, EDAC, LEED\u00ae AP BD+C - "],[0,[4],2,"Integrated Design Solutions - Grand Rapids"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Rachel McCorkle is a healthcare architect at Integrated Design Solutions. She is interested in healthcare architecture because she believes that the built environment can positively impact the users. Rachel is motivated by knowledge and synthesizing that knowledge into ideas, solutions, and plans. Probably why her professional goal is to be involved in projects that have a positive impact on individuals that use the building."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Previously Rachel was a member of the US Green Building Council\u2019s Education and Events Committee. In this role she helped organize Greenbuild, reviewed proposals, and assisted with selection of speakers. She completed her Bachelor degrees at the University at Buffalo and her Masters of Architecture at Iowa State University."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Outside of work Rachel enjoys being active outdoors with activities such as golfing, biking and hiking."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Treasurer ("],[0,[2],1,"January 2022-December 2023"],[0,[0],1,")"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[2],0,"Michael Belisle, AIA, LEED AP - "],[0,[5],2,"The Design Forum Inc."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Mike has been with The Design Forum for 20 years (minus a short stint at Paradigm in 2005), and is the Owner\/President of the firm. Mike served AIA Grand Rapids from 2012 to 2015 as Vice President and President and is returning to give back to the chapter and fill the shoes of the great Neale Bauman who is passing the torch after many years of service. Luckily, Mike and Neale work in the same office, so it should be a seamless transition."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Mike has three great kids (ages 17, 15, and 12) and a wonderful girlfriend, Angela. He enjoys traveling, mountain biking, snowboarding, and spending time with his family."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Past President (January 2022-December 2022)"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[2],1,"Megan Feenstra Wall, AIA - "],[0,[6,2],2,"Mathison | Mathison Architects \u2013 Grand Rapids"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Megan Feenstra Wall is an architect and principal with Mathison|Mathison Architects in Grand Rapids. After earning a bachelor\u0027s degree in art and engineering from Calvin College and a Master of Architecture at Columbia University in New York City, Megan spent some time traveling through SE Asia and India, eventually landing and working in Newcastle, England for a few years."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"She\u0027s been back in her home state of Michigan for a decade, working on a variety of commercial, institutional, and residential projects, from a historic concert hall to a distillery to a number of private schools and new residential projects."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Always curious, Megan loves the variety and complexity of our profession and the opportunity to build relationships with our clients. Her calm demeanor allows her to provide clarity and perspective in challenging situations."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Megan served as the 2021 AIA Grand Rapids board president, the first woman in that role. Previously, she served as the AIA Grand Rapids Associates Director, served on an AIA Michigan Strategic Committee and on the AIA national task force to rewrite the Framework for Design Excellence, as well as starting an informal gathering of local women in the profession."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"She is passionate about her community and has served on various boards for organizations such as Children\u2019s Healing Center, Design Week West Michigan, Ferris State Architecture Advisory Board, and the Board of Formation for the MArch program at Kendall College. She has taught at Kendall and been a critic for reviews at several programs including Kendall, University of Michigan, and Ferris State University. Megan received the AIA Michigan Young Architect award in 2016."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"AIA Michigan Director (2020-2022)"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Eric Biller, AIA, LEED AP, CDT - "],[0,[1,2],2,"Progressive AE"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Eric Biller is a Senior Architect at Progressive AE, where he has worked since moving to Grand Rapids in 2005. Eric earned both his Graduate and Undergraduate degrees in Architecture and Design at Lawrence Technological University. He has experience in a wide variety of project types and roles, primarily as lead Project Architect. He is currently serving as the Architectural Discipline Leader at PAE, where he is responsible for quality standards, best practice and improved workflow among the Project Architecture staff. Eric has a passion for bringing conceptual design to reality, working to integrate various building systems into the design, and producing quality construction drawings and specifications. 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Anne worked at a local firm for a few years before becoming a pioneering member of Kendall College of Art \u0026 Design\u0027s first graduating cohort of their Masters of Architecture program. Her work, alongside many others, laid the foundation for the program\u0027s accreditation and impact in the design community of West Michigan."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"The key piece that drives her in her practice is people - those she serves and works alongside. Anne is energized by a mission to make important, lasting impacts to the built environment as well as people\u0027s lives."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"In addition and as a complement to her architecture practice, Anne serves the Diocese of Grand Rapids as a Building \u0026 Planning Committee member and an Art \u0026 Environment Committee member. She also has spent the last decade serving a local non-profit, Verso L\u0027Alto Ministries, and now sits as an executive leadership team member. Anne is finishing her interim role as the current Sponsorship Director with AIAGR where she aided the process of setting up the chapter\u0027s new scholarship endowment and is kicking off a capital campaign to grow that investment for future generations of architects. She looks forward to having the chance to continue serving the chapter."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Public Relations Director ("],[0,[2],1,"January 2021-December 2022"],[0,[0],1,")"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Jenny Waugh, Allied AIAGR - "],[0,[8,2],2,"Fishbeck"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"As Marketing Operations Director at Fishbeck, Jenny Waugh oversees business development, sales and marketing, and public relations for the firm. She is responsible for brand development and management and strategic planning. Jenny\u0027s experience is shared with her clients, too, as she often leads capital campaign efforts, media relations, and event planning. She is passionate about sharing her talents with non-profit and academic institutions within the community, especially in support of workforce development or housing initiatives. She has served AIA Grand Rapids as the Public Relations Director since 2016 and Co-Chair of the AIAGR Honor Awards Committee since 2019 and is looking forward to continuing board service."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Membership Services Director ("],[0,[2],1,"January 2021-December 2022"],[0,[0],1,")"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[2],0,"Season Gilliam, Assoc. AIA - "],[0,[9],2,"GMB Architecture + Engineering"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Season takes pride in identifying herself as a problem finder and solver. Her work at GMB includes connecting with clients and team members, finding their needs, and working towards well thought out and coordinated solutions. She is passionate about truly understanding the struggles people face and using her skill set to make their life a little bit easier, richer, and more complete."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Professional Affiliates Director ("],[0,[2],1,"January 2021-December 2022"],[0,[0],1,")"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Elizabeth Bovard Strong, Allied AIAGR - "],[0,[10,2],2,"Builders Exchange of Michigan"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Elizabeth Bovard Strong has spent the past 18 years with the Builders Exchange of Michigan. She is a problem solver with a wide range of experience managing people, projects, and products. As a servant leader who is passionate about the construction industry, Elizabeth has turned this passion into growth opportunities for the Builders Exchange as well as other construction industry associations and the local community."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Interim Associates Director ("],[0,[2],1,"January 2022-December 2022"],[0,[0],1,")"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[2],0,"Marie Arrington, Associate AIA, NOMA - "],[0,[11],2,"TowerPinkster"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Growing up along Michigan\u0027s lakeshore, Marie began engaging her community through volunteer work with senior organizations and the Michigan Migrant Head Start program. Through fellowship with these communities she witnessed the impact the built environment could have on the lives of its citizens. She began her journey at Andrews University in Berrien Springs Michigan where she earned a Bachelor\u0027s of Science in Architectural Studies. While studying at Andrews University she worked on residential and commercial projects with local firms throughout Southwest, Michigan. Upon graduation Marie began working with Isaac V. Norris \u0026 Associates on projects such as The Calder Arts Center of GVSU, affordable housing complexes and religious institutions. She continued her career as an independent interior and architectural design consultant before returning to academia to receive a Master of Architecture from Kendall College of Art and Design."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"With a renewed passion for education and engaging the community Marie began her work with Homes for Single Mothers GR finding affordable housing solutions for single mothers experiencing poverty. Encouraging students from under-represented communities to pursue careers in architecture, Marie has served as an advocate for education through mentorship and outreach with Kent ISD and local school districts. As a member of AIAGR she works with the Committee on the Environment to further the discussion on the Framework for Design Excellence with a focus on designing for equitable communities. In her current position as an Architectural Project Coordinator with TowerPinkster she continues to grow and expand her perspective on the community of architecture and encourage new voices and points of view to join the conversation."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[2],1,"2022 AIAGR COTE (Committee on the Environment) Co-Chairs:"],[0,[0],1," "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[2,0],1,"Matthew VanSweden, "],[0,[],0,"LEED\u00ae AP BD+C, LFA"],[0,[12],2," "],[0,[],0,"| "],[0,[2,13],2,"Foresight Management"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"AIA Grand Rapids Executive Director"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Pamela Danckaert, Associate AIA, LEED AP - "],[0,[2,14],2,"AIA Grand Rapids"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Pam holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Lawrence Technological University and a Master of Architecture degree from The University of Michigan. She worked for over ten years in the architectural industry until becoming a full-time Mom-in-Chief. Pam is a highly motivated, dedicated, and ambitious professional with a broad background in managing projects, planning, promoting business services, and ensuring a high level of client satisfaction. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"She has a passion for promoting the value architects bring to shaping the built environment and our community, to improving the practice of architecture, and to raising public awareness of this noble profession. Her educational, professional, and volunteer experience have introduced her to several valuable areas of organizational leadership."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Pam is passionate about the local West Michigan community and the potential for AIA Grand Rapids\u2019 involvement, and is excited by the direction the organization is moving in. She looks forward to continuing to work as an advocate for architects and emerging professionals locally, state-wide, and nationally."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Pam has served on several volunteer committees at her Church. She enjoys volunteering at her daughters\u2019 schools, traveling on adventures with her family, and spending her free time with her husband and two daughters."]]],[1,"p",[]]]}

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