Architectural Engagement

{"version":"0.3.0","atoms":[],"cards":[],"markups":[["b"],["a",["href","https:\/\/photos.app.goo.gl\/1P1X2d8JCGUp4F728","target","_new"]]],"sections":[[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"AIA Wisconsin leaders from across the state focused on ideas\nfor encouraging member engagement at this year\u2019s planning retreat. Five key\nstrategic initiatives emerged to enhance membership value and engagement:"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Collaboration"],[0,[],0," \u2013\nWork with allied professionals on education and advocacy programs."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"AIA Wisconsin Director Rob Wheat, AIA, Monroe, describes the\ninitiative as a way to elevate the value of AIA membership by collaborating\nwith professionals who architects work with to educate and problem solve. He\nnotes the initiative touches the four key engagement areas of communication,\neducation, advocacy and public outreach. Next steps include working with allied\norganizations on a statewide program like the Fall Workshop and assisting local\nsection leaders to integrate the initiative with their meetings."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Leadership"],[0,[],0," \u2013\nLeverage the new Architect Mentor Program (AMP) to share knowledge on\nleadership skills."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Stacey Keller, AIA, Windsor, believes there are\nopportunities for AIA Wisconsin to build upon its new AMP leadership initiative.\nFor example, membership engagement could be enhanced by sharing articles on\nleadership topics, offering seminars on leadership issues at state conference, hosting\nAMP sessions at firm offices and inviting AMP graduates to annual planning\nretreat. Keller is the Young Architects Regional Director and a co-coordinator\nof AMP."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Storytelling"],[0,[],0," \u2013\nHighlight contributions to the profession and diverse career paths through a\nregular Member Spotlight communication feature."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"AIA Wisconsin Secretary\/Treasurer Andy Malanowski, AIA,\nMilwaukee, is the champion for the Member Spotlight initiative. The idea of recognizing\nthe contributions of members in the newsletter addresses communication,\neducation and public outreach goals. A committee is developing criteria, standard\nquestions and submission form to implement the program."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Advocacy"],[0,[],0," \u2013 Create\nresources to demystify the legislative process and get architects more engaged\nin government affairs and community service."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"A goal of this strategic initiative includes developing\nstronger relationships between members and public officials, with AIA members recognized\nas \u201ctrusted advisors,\u201d explains Daryl Dean, AIA, Rhinelander, the immediate\nPast President of AIA Wisconsin and chair of the Strategic Council. Next steps\ninvolve expanding participation in AIA Wisconsin\u2019s annual State Capitol Day and\ntraining members to be confident in engaging in state and local advocacy\nefforts."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Recognition"],[0,[],0," \u2013\nEstablish a program to recognize \u201cCitizen Architects\u201d for their role in improving\nour communities."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Thomas Hirsch, FAIA, Madison, explains that the purpose of\nthis initiative is to encourage community service by recognizing AIA Wisconsin\nmembers for their contributions. Next steps involve developing short description\nof eligibility criteria and registration process for use in promoting the\nprogram to members."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"The one-day planning session on July 20 at\nthe Aldo Leopold Center near Baraboo was chaired by AIA Wisconsin Vice\nPresident\/President-Elect Paul Martzke, AIA, Green Bay."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Photos"]]]]}