2027 Leadership Application Survey

1.Position Desired for 2027:
Members of AIA Minnesota in good standing who are AIA, Assoc. AIA, or FAIA are eligible for the following open positions, except as noted(Required.)

President-elect
A three-year commitment as President-elect, President, and Past President, this person serves on the AIA Minnesota Board of Directors, the Executive Committee, Finance Committee, and the Executive Vice President Performance Review and Compensation Committee. In year two as President, this person represents the organization to the membership, to external organizations, and to the public.

Treasurer
Treasurer serves on the AIA Minnesota board of Directors, Executive Committee, and chairs the Finance Committee, and engages with the staff team on financial matters of the organization.

Note on Proposed Bylaws Change: The Board is considering a proposed Bylaws amendment to institute staggered, alternating two-year terms for the Treasurer and Secretary positions. If approved by the membership at the annual meeting, the transition plan will establish a two-year term for the Treasurer (while the Secretary will serve a one-year renewable term).

Secretary
A one-year term, with the possibility of re-election for a second term. This vital role is a member of both the AIA Minnesota Board of Directors and the Executive Committee, where they are responsible for recording accurate minutes of the meeting activities, and actively participates in the Community of Practice for Culture Change and the Equity in the Built Environment Committee, contributing to the organization's broader initiatives.

Associate Director
A one-year term position exclusively open to Associate AIA members. If an individual in this role becomes a licensed architect during their tenure, they are permitted to retain their seat on the Board for the remainder of their term, providing continuity and valuable perspective.

If you interested in or open to serving in an alternate position, indicate that alternate position below (i.e., if you are most interested in serving as President Elect but open to serving as Treasurer, select “President Elect” above, and type “Treasurer” in the field below).

2.Candidate Information:(Required.)

Name

Firm/Organization where employed (if applicable)

Email Address

Phone Number

3.State your gender:(Required.)

4.State your race/ethnicity:(Required.)

5.Why do you want to serve in this leadership role for AIA Minnesota?(Required.)

6.What leadership experience would you draw upon in serving in this position?(Required.)

7.How have you been engaged with AIA (local, state, or national)?(Required.)

8.As the organization, members, and the architecture and design profession continue to move forward, what should the leadership of AIA Minnesota keep in mind as we continue to serve members and plan for the future?(Required.)

9.Email your resume to membership@aia-mn.org or use the comment field below to provide information in the following categories:

Education/Licensure/Certifications (Note: licensure is not required for AIA Minnesota leadership positions)
Work History
Honors/Awards
Civic/Community Service

AIA Minnesota Nominating Committee
(Note: Committee Members should not be lobbied by candidates or individuals advocating on behalf of a candidate):

Jennifer Christiaansen, AIA - AIA Minnesota Past President, Chair
Phillip Koski, AIA – AIA Minnesota President
Kevin Holm, AIA – AIA Minnesota President-Elect
Daniel Kodet, AIA - AIA Minneapolis President
Melissa Lefebvre, AIA - AIA Northern Minnesota President
Phil Bussey, AIA - AIA Saint Paul President

Thank you for your interest in serving on the AIA Minnesota Board of Directors!

Following the September deadline for applications, the Nominating Committee will work to determine its recommended slate of candidates. The selection process may include individual interviews with the Nominating Committee. If a high number of applications are received for a particular position, the Committee may narrow down the candidates to be interviewed based on the qualifications demonstrated in the written applications. Interviews will be scheduled as needed, watch for an email from Amber Allardyce to schedule.

The Nominating Committee will present a slate for consideration by the AIA Minnesota Board of Directors at its October meeting. The slate approved by the Board of Directors will be communicated to the membership and voted on at the Annual Meeting in November 2026. Successful candidates will assume office on January 1, 2027.