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AIA Kansas City Executive Director Dawn Kirkwood to retire on June 30
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Kansas City announced this week the June 30, 2010 retirement of Executive Director Dawn Kirkwood. Kirkwood has served in this role for the past eight years.
In a statement to the Board of Directors, Kirkwood said, “It has been a pleasure working with AIA Kansas City. I am pleased to have been able to see it through many successes, and am grateful to be leaving on such a good note. I know that AIA Kansas City has many great things ahead of it. Now is the time for me to move on to the next phase of my life.”
Kirkwood has made significant advancements to The American Institute of Architects Kansas City. Since taking the position back in 2002, she has transformed the way the organization operates, which has seen a dramatic increase in membership, programming, and advocacy efforts at the local and state levels. Other significant contributions include recently completing an office relocation and capital campaign for AIA Kansas City’s new space, she is currently serving as a liaison for the National AIA Trust Committee, she was appointed to the Crossroads Arts PIEA Advisory Committee, and has served on the boards for the Kansas City Architectural Foundation and The Urban Society.
In a statement by Kevin Klinkenberg, AIA, 2010 President of AIA Kansas City, “While we are selfishly very sad to lose Dawn, we are all very happy for her personally. She leaves some very large shoes to fill, and we have our work cut out for us to replace her energy, professionalism and thoughtfulness.”
The Board is forming a search committee to identify Kirkwood’s replacement.
AIA Kansas City Announces the 2009 Board of Directors Awards
The American Institute of Architects Kansas City chapter celebrated a successful year and announced the recipients of the 2009 Board Awards at their annual Holiday Party and Installation of Officers. These awards recognize individuals or firms whom have made significant contributions in advancing or preserving the built environment of metropolitan Kansas City. The recipients of this year’s recognitions included:
Architectural Preservationist of the Year – AMC & Cordish
For Outstanding Dedication to Excellence during the restoration of the Midland and the Mainstreet Theatre.
Architectural Advocate of the Year Award – Steve Paul, The Kansas City Star
For Outstanding Dedication and Support of Excellence in Architecture in the Kansas City area.
Educator of the Year – Joy Swallow, AIA, University of Missouri-Kansas City, Chair of the Department of Architecture, Urban Planning + Design
For Outstanding Dedication and Support of Excellence in Architecture Education
Emerging Professional of the Year – Jayne Higdon, Associate AIA, Gould Evans
For exceptional commitment and contributions to the professional development of emerging professionals.
Volunteer of the Year – Peter Sloan, AIA, 360 Architecture
For Outstanding Dedication and Contribution to the Advancement of The American Institute of Architects Kansas City Chapter.
*Architect of the Year Award – Susan Richards Johnson, AIA, Susan Richards Johnson & Associates *
For extraordinary effort and achievement advancing the profession of architecture and its role in improving the quality of the built environment in Kansas City.
Firm of the Year Award – Populous
For Exemplary Contributions in 2009.
In addition the event honored the elected officers for the 2010 AIA Kansas City Board, who were installed during the evening’s program.
AIA Kansas City Officers and Directors
Kevin Klinkenberg, AIA, President, 180 Degrees Design Studio
Neal Angrisano, AIA, Past President, Johnson County Government
Jay Tomlinson, AIA, President Elect, Helix Architecture + Design
Sean Slattery, AIA, Secretary, el dorado inc
Ryan Manies, AIA, Treasurer, Posinelli Schugart
Laura Lesniewski, AIA, 3-Year Director, BNIM Architects
Amy Eckhoff, AIA, 3-Year Director, Gastinger Walker Harden Architects
Kimball Hales, AIA, 3-Year Director, Hufft Projects
Zane Muntz, AIA, Associate Director, HNTB
Erin Pias, Assoc. AIA, Associate Director, Hoefer Wysocki
Martin Mini, Public Director, KCADC
Mike Lally, Public Director, Olsson Associates
The Holiday Party and Installation of Officers took place at the new office location for AIA Kansas City at 1801 McGee, Suite 100, Kansas City, MO in the Crossroads District on Tuesday, December 8, 2009.
AIA Kansas City Moves to 1801 McGee in the Crossroads
Kansas City, MO – The American Institute of Architects – Kansas City Chapter (AIA Kansas City), announces the relocation of the chapter office to 1801 McGee, Kansas City, Missouri. The office will take up a large portion of the first floor of the historic building located in the Crossroads District.
The relocation of the AIA Kansas City office will provide more amenable environments for our members, staff and the community. It will also accommodate future membership and program growth.
The new location at 1801 McGee is a 4,634sq ft space, which provides AIA Kansas City with the space it needs to accommodate educational programs, special events, gallery showings, staff and board needs, and space for affiliated organizations. The public space will also be available for event rental to other local organizations.
The move will be complete by December 4, 2009. There will be an Open House and Holiday Celebration held in the new space at December 8th, 2009.
AIA Kansas City has been at its 104 W 9th Street office location since 1989.