Your Action Powers AIA Oregon
Whether you're just starting out or are decades into your career, your voice matters. AIA Oregon is powered by leaders like you: curious, committed, and ready to take the next step. Leadership at AIA Oregon isn’t about titles. It’s about showing up, speaking out, and helping our profession move forward, together.
❊ Why Lead
Whether you’re advocating at the Capitol, mentoring a peer, or guiding the future of the organization, you’ll:
Grow your leadership skills.
Expand your professional network.
Give back to the community that shaped you.
Make sure the future of architecture reflects you.
Get a seat at the table early in your career and make sure your future in architecture is bright for you.
❊ Leadership Openings
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Serves a one-year term (Jan 1–Dec 31, 2027) preparing to step into the Chapter's top leadership role, followed automatically by a two-year term as President (2028–2029) and a one-year term as Past President (2030). As President-Elect, participates in Board and Executive Committee meetings, liaises with assigned committees on Chapter-wide initiatives, and elevates statewide issues to the Board. Also steps in to assume Presidential duties as needed including leading the Board, setting the agenda, serving as the organization's public face, visiting sections, overseeing the leadership pipeline, and signing agreements on the Chapter's behalf while representing the Chapter at leadership conferences.
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The Treasurer manages the chapter’s fiduciary responsibility along with the EVP / CEO and is responsible for leading discussions regarding expenditure requests from committees and members at Board meetings. The treasurer acts as a conduit between members and staff regarding expense requests from outside and allied organizations.
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Serves as the key link between local sections and the Chapter Board, representing local interests at the state level while carrying board initiatives back to members. Responsibilities include attending board meetings, liaising with assigned committees, communicating with local membership, and reporting section activities to the Chapter. The Section Director also drives member engagement and recruitment, oversees local elections, helps develop the section's budget, mentors the incoming Director-elect, and represents the section at national leadership conferences.
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Serves as the key link between local sections and the Chapter Board, representing local interests at the state level while carrying board initiatives back to members. Responsibilities include attending board meetings, liaising with assigned committees, communicating with local membership, and reporting section activities to the Chapter. The Section Director also drives member engagement and recruitment, oversees local elections, helps develop the section's budget, mentors the incoming Director-elect, and represents the section at national leadership conferences.
Ready To Lead? We’re Ready.
We believe leadership should be accessible to everyone. If you’ve got the passion, we’ve got a place for you.
Let us know you're interested, and we’ll reach out, connect, and support you every step of the way.
❊ Testimonials
Designed By Architects, Built by Architects.
AIA Oregon is guided and built by designers and architects like you
AIA Oregon has given me the opportunity to shape events and programming that bring tangible value to our community, while also connecting me with inspiring leaders from across the state. For anyone seeking deeper engagement within the profession—especially those passionate about fostering connection, expanding your network, and professional growth.
— Savannah, Architect In Portland
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I became involved in AIA leadership to give myself a greater voice in how our Section operates. I've seen how our section has blossomed during the time I've invested in our leadership, and that is a huge reward.
— Sara, Architect In Bend
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Serving as a volunteer leader with the AIA has allowed me to grow as a leader, build lasting relationships, and contribute to something bigger than my own work. Through this experience, I’ve found a stronger sense of purpose, a broader perspective on our profession, and a community that truly supports one another.
— Andrew, Architect In Eugene