AIA Grand Rapids Annual 2023 Business Meeting & Opening of 2024 Election

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Please join the AIA Grand Rapids Board of Directors for our Annual 2023 Business Meeting. We will be closing our Open Nominations period for our Annual Election and outlining what we have accomplished in 2023 as well as where we are headed in 2024."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Each year, your AIA Grand Rapids Board of Directors is faced, as is every organization, with the need to find and develop new leadership. The AIAGR Board is a great way to meet others passionate about advancing the profession of architecture within our community. As a Board Member, you will learn more about the many ways that the AIA supports the professional growth of architects and help continue to bolster that support. I urge all of you to consider a Board position, and I especially urge young professionals to become involved. If you know a young professional in your firm who you think would be a good fit for a new generation of leadership, please forward this to them and encourage them to become involved."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"The Board is asking that you consider running yourself, or nominating others, to serve. The common question: What is the commitment of time? Each officer\/chapter director attends a monthly Board Meeting held once a month from September to June, with the specific meeting time to be determined by the Board of Directors. Aside from monthly governance, each Board Member will play a pivotal role in implementing our "],[0,[1,2],2,"Strategic Plan"],[0,[],0,", which revolves around four core pillars: Amplify, Unite, Inspire, and Lead. These pillars serve as the foundation for our organization\u0027s growth and influence in the Grand Rapids architectural community and beyond. The Executive Committee (President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary) also meets independently once a month or as needed. Each Board Member must Chair a Steering Committee and\/or serve on a Committee. Board members are also strongly encouraged to attend chapter programs to actively engage with members."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Our nominations period will close during our "],[0,[0,3],2,"Annual Business Meeting"],[0,[],0,", which will be held "],[0,[3,2],1,"virtually"],[0,[],0," "],[0,[2],2,"on November 7, 2023, at 12 noon"],[0,[],0,". All AIA Grand Rapids members are invited to attend this meeting. "],[0,[2,3],2,"Please RSVP by clicking the link below:"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0,3],2,"\u003E AIAGR Annual Business Meeting | Opening of Election Registration"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"The elections will be conducted via online voting through SurveyMonkey, starting in early November 2023. 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This pivotal role will be responsible for overseeing and advancing the organization\u0027s mission to promote excellence in architecture, and advocate for the architectural profession through the leadership of an AIA Grand Rapids Steering Committee. Individual will serve as a resource for architects and the broader community in the Grand Rapids chapter region. Chapter Directors are voting board members within AIA Grand Rapids providing accountability and leadership to the chapter."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[2,5],2,"Read more about Chapter Director Responsibilities HERE \u003E"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Again, we want to thank all AIA Grand Rapids based firms who have supported their team members\u0027 involvement with our organization. I look forward to seeing who comes forward to help our Board advance the profession of architecture in our community."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"We hope you will consider joining us virtually at our Annual Business Meeting in November."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Thank you,"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[2],1,"Steven Romkema, AIA, IIDA, NCARB, Fitwel "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[2],1,"AIA Grand Rapids President"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Please contact "],[0,[2,2,7],3,"AIA Grand Rapids"],[0,[],0," with any questions by emailing "],[0,[2,2,7],3,"aiagrandrapids@gmail.com"],[0,[],0,"."]]],[1,"h2",[[0,[8],1,"Declare your Candidacy HERE \u003E"]]]]}

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AIA Grand Rapids Annual 2023 Business Meeting & Opening of 2024 Election

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