The American Institute of Architects is the voice of the architectural profession and the resource for its members in service to society.

AIA Nebraska Mission

Leadership Handbook

AIA Nebraska Annual Leadership Retreat Friday, November 22, 2013, 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Strategic Air and Space Museum 28210 West Park Highway, Ashland, Nebraska

SCHEDULE

8:30 – 9:00 AM CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST 9:00 AM WELCOME | ROGER DOEHLING, AIA, PRESIDENT ELECT

1) Introduction of Facilitator, Craig Park, FSMPS, Assoc. AIA a) Self-Introductions and Icebreaker

b) Preview of Agenda

9:30 AM BOARD LEADERSHIP-INFO YOU NEED TO KNOW

1) Roger Doehling – AIA Nebraska Code of Ethics, Role of Board of Directors & Committee Chairs, Repositioning Initiative Update

2) Sara Kay & Emily Wilcox – Membership Stats, AIA Refresher, & Policies

10:00 AM INTRODUCTION TO THE SOAR STRATEGIC PLANNING FRAMEWORK 10:30 AM BREAK 10:45 AM STRATEGIC PLANNING DISCUSSION | CRAIG PARK 12:00 PM WORKING LUNCH – Sponsored by AIA Nebraska 2014 PLAN | CHAPTER PRESIDENTS & COMMITTEE CHAIRS

1) Evaluate Current Plan 2) Develop 2014 Plan

a) Identify 3 strategic, measurable, and attainable goals

b) Develop tactics, time limit, and accountability

2:00 PM DEBRIEF | REVIEW 2013 SUCCESSES & 2014 PLANS | CHAPTER PRESIDENTS 2:30 PM CONCLUSION/ADJOURN | ROGER DOEHLING

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Retreat Facilitator

Craig Park, FSMPS, Assoc. AIA T H E S E X T A N T G R O U P , I N C . p: 402.932.6121 x341 m: 402.609.6131 CPark@TheSextantGroup.com

With over 35 years in the building industry, Craig Park is an award-winning and nationally-recognized thought leader on technology applications in the built environment, as well as strategic marketing and business development for professional service firms.

Craig is a Principal with national independent technology consultants, The Sextant Group, and leads their Midwest

practice in Omaha. Prior to joining The Sextant Group, Craig served as Chief Marketing Officer for two national architectural/engineering firms and as Vice President of Strategic Development for both a Fortune 500 audio systems manufacturer and a Silicon Valley technology company.

Craig has served on the Boards of Directors of the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS), InfoComm International, and the Architectural Foundation of Los Angeles. Craig is an SMPS Fellow, Distinguished Life Member, and recipient of the national 2007 Weld Coxe Marketing Achievement Award and the San Francisco/Bay Area Chapter’s 2004 William B. Hankinson Memorial Award for Lifetime Achievement. Craig has been an associate member of the AIA since 1988.

A prolific author and speaker, Craig has been published in more than 200 articles and presented over 80 programs to AIA, ACEC, IIDA, IACC, and SMPS, among many others, on issues of strategic marketing, management, and technology. Craig is the author of The Architecture of Value: Building Your Professional Practice (Aquilan Press, 2011) and The Architecture of Image: Branding Your Professional Practice (Aquilan Press, 2013). He was also a contributing author to the 2nd and 3rd editions of SMPS’ Marketing Handbook for Design and Construction Professionals (BNi, 2009) and AEC Business Development – The Decade Ahead (SMPS Foundation, 2013).

Craig is a graduate of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, where he received a B.S. in Architecture. He completed post-graduate certification programs in Microprocessor Technology at New York University and in Leadership at the Advanced Management Institute in San Francisco.

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AIA Nebraska Code of Ethics - Board of Directors and Committee Chairs

Rationale: Principles and practices of the AIA Nebraska Board of Directors and Committee

Chairs to provide guidance and direction for effective governance.

Code: Members of the Board of Directors are committed to observing and promoting the highest

standards of ethical conduct in the performance of their responsibilities on the board of AIA

Nebraska. Board members pledge to accept this code as a minimum guideline for ethical

conduct and shall:

Accountability

1. Faithfully abide by the articles of incorporation, bylaws and policies of the organization.

2. Exercise reasonable care, good faith and due diligence in governing and managing

affairs. (Principles of Duty of Care, Loyalty and Obedience.)

3. Fully disclose, at the earliest opportunity, information that may result in a perceived or

actual conflict of interest.

4. Fully disclose, at the earliest opportunity, information of fact that would have significance

in board decision-making.

5. Remain accountable for prudent fiscal management to association members, the board,

and nonprofit sector, and where applicable, to government and funding bodies.

Personal Gain – Self-Dealing

1. Maintain a professional level of courtesy, respect, and objectivity in all matters and

activities.

2. Strive to uphold those practices and assist other members of the board in upholding the

highest standards of conduct.

3. Exercise the powers invested for the good of all members of the organization rather than

for personal benefit.

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Equal Opportunity – Diversity - Inclusivity

1. Ensure the right of all members to access benefits and services without discrimination on

the basis of the organization’s volunteer or staff make-up in respect to gender, sexual

orientation, national origin, race, religion, age, political affiliation, or disability, in

accordance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Confidential Information

1. Respect the confidentiality of sensitive information known to board service and used for

the purposes of governance and management.

Collaboration and Cooperation

1. Respect the diversity of opinions as expressed or acted upon by the organization board,

committees and membership, and formally register dissent as appropriate.

2. Promote collaboration, cooperation, and partnership among association members.

Professional Excellence - Integrity

Approved (Date)_______________________Signature:________________________

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Board Roles and Goals – Bob Harris, CAE

Roles and Responsibilities

Board members accept the responsibilities for guiding and governing the organization. Their role is significantly different from that of administrative staff. In recent years, there is more scrutiny on boards of directors to make sure they are fulfilling duties.

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About The AIA Repositioning the AIA

What does “Repositioning the AIA” mean?

The AIA Board of Directors approved an alignment statement on September 20, 2013, crafted in consultation with Kotter International, the firm helping the Institutemake this significant and lasting change. Kotter helped the Institute combine all of the feedback and key takeaways from the Repositioning research and created asimple compelling distillation of our commitment and direction toward a renewed AIA:

Together, we agree that the time is now to change the way we think and behave in order to shape our future. To become a more valued, relevant organization, theAIA will focus our priorities to:

(1) Elevate public awareness

(2) Advocate for the profession

(3) Create and expand the sharing of knowledge and expertise to ensure a prosperous future for our members

Never before have we needed this level of bold, visionary leadership to inspire architects to work together and build a better world for all people—througharchitecture.

What is the “Repositioning the AIA” initiative?

The Repositioning initiative is a research and assessment effort that identified specific areas in the AIA that require real and meaningful change for the organizationto remain relevant to members and the profession of architecture. The recommendations of the consultants that conducted the research and analysis focused onthree core areas: AIA leadership structure, institutional framework and operational focus.

How is the Repositioning different from other organizational analyses conducted by the AIA in the past?

We’re in a different world today and the AIA is a legacy institution that must balance its historic value with the needs of the future. The Repositioning initiative isabout what we need to do, collectively, for the entire body of architecture today and going forward. This is for the profession. Architects and architecture are at athreshold that demands increased awareness of our place in society and the way we present ourselves to the world.

Despite media predictions of a dire future, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects architect employment growth of 23.1 percent between 2010 and 2020. How willthe AIA of 2020 remain relevant to these emerging professionals or to the world in general?

Who are we working with to take on this initiative?

To guide us, we engaged a world-class branding and communications partnership to conduct a comprehensive brand and communications research initiative.

Kotter International is the foremost expert in change management and will help the AIA implement its Repositioning plans. Kotter will be a visible presence at the2013 AIA National Convention, AIA Board meetings, as well as the CACE Annual Meeting as observers.

Pentagram is a world renowned design firm that does work in graphic design, identity, architecture, interiors and product design. Pentagram’s clients include:Benetton, Walt Disney Company, Princeton University, Yale School of Architecture, and the Library of Congress. We are working directly with Michael Bierut, apartner at Pentagram.

LaPlaca Cohen is a strategic marketing, advertising and design firm that helps organizations connect and communicate with their audiences. LaPlaca Cohen, whosepartner in charge is Arthur Cohen, Chief Executive Officer and Strategy Director, helped the AIA through the initial research phase, conducted in 20012, and hascompleted its work for the organization.

• Read the Phase One Repositioning Research Report here , which outlines the research process and findings.

• Read the results of the National Pulse Positioning Reactions Survey here , which gathered key perceptions of architects and architecture among thegeneral public.

• Read the results of the Member Pulse Positioning Testing Survey here , which gathered reactions to potential positioning concepts or messaginglanguage among AIA members.

• Read the results of the Focus on Architecture Clients Perceptions and Positioning Testing Survey here , which highlighted findings from bothnational surveys and focused specifically on architecture clients’ experiences, perceptions, and motivations for and potential barriers to future use of architects.

What is the goal of this initiative?

The outcome from this initiative will become the foundation for an ongoing communication strategy that will clarify and demonstrate what architects do and helpbuild an understanding and appreciation of the role of an architect for the general public.

The goal is to determine how the Institute should reposition architecture, architects, and how to reflect current client and public perceptions.

This is not a logo redo. This is not a national advertising campaign. This is a long-term and deep examination of what it means to serve our members and whyarchitecture matters. Through our Community Conversations, Virtual Town Halls, and special sessions at Grassroots, National Convention, and the Council ofArchitectural Component Executives (CACE), the AIA has focused the examination on four main areas:

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CONNECT

• Component autonomy versus unity

• Component structure

• Tier coordination

ENGAGE

• Efficacy of communications

• Engaging emerging professionals

LEAD

• Leadership tenure and agendas

• Board size and composition

INNOVATE

• Prioritization of initiatives

• Taking a stand on important issues

• Resource allocation

Repositioning Implementation

The consultants identified 10 areas for the AIA to reassess at the 2013 Grassroots Conference and the following are important points related to implementing therecommendations:

• Success of the repositioning will depend on each one of us taking ownership of the mandate for change. Everyone must view our role as leaders differently,and commit to action that empowers our Components and members to embrace their role in helping remake the profession and AIA.

• Repositioning is not about toolkits, how-to’s, or a “to do” list, but about changing the lens through which we view how we serve members and advance theprofession.

• Mickey Jacob and Robert Ivy have spoken at length over the past year at Grassroots and the AIA Convention, among other places, about several initiatives tobetter serve the member and advance architecture. Please think about what we can begin to do in our own professional careers, in our workplaces and in ourComponents to support repositioning AIA and our profession.

• You can be confident that the implementation plan is backed by rigorous and irrefutable research. More than 31,000 points of input through surveys, visits withcomponents, one-on-one interviews, and focus groups determined our response to the findings.

• The Repositioning is also a work in progress. We will be developing, evaluating and adjusting our approach along the way, and we invite you to join us and workwith your colleagues and Components across the AIA.

• The findings from the repositioning are on target. We are moving in the right direction. The AIA is committed to change.

• If you have specific questions about the findings or the plan, contact a member of the AIA Steering Committee (Mickey Jacob, Helene Dreiling, Jeff Potter,Ashley Clark, Deb Kunce, Mike Waldinger or Robert Ivy) or AIA staff, Kathy Compton, Vice President, Communications, Marketing & Convention(kathycompton@aia.org) or Phil Simon, Managing Director, Communications and Publishing (psimon@aia.org).

• Learn about other ways to get involved at the city, state, and national levels.

© 2013 The American Institute of Architects

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AIA National Repositioning

Approximately 48 members, 7%, of the Nebraska membership, participated in the recent AIA Repositioning survey. Below are the top three issues identified as significant by AIA Nebraska members:

Top Three Issues

1. Inefficacy of Communications 2. Lack of Tier Coordination 3. Tied: Prioritization of Initiatives | Engaging Emerging Professionals

Connect & Engage the Identify of AIA AIA Nebraska applied for an Innovation Initiation. The Nebraska initiative was a two-part series, focusing on communicating the value and benefits of AIA to internal and external audiences through various mediums. Although funding denied, will continue to focus on intent of Part 1.

Part 1) Development of a Leadership Handbook for component leaders illustrating the governance of the AIA that may be easily duplicated and revisable in a PDF format. In addition to existing example of The Leadership Handbook a separate on-line template will be created to provide members a review of governance and delivery of service responsibilities among AIA National, Regional Councils, State Components and Local Components. This template will illustrate (5) service areas, including: Membership | Communications | Advocacy | Continuing Education | Operational. Part 2) Creation of a value campaign for the benefits of hiring an AIA Architect. This external communication initiative would include the following items: Creation of client focused power point slides for members to include benefits of hiring an AIA architect; An advertisement illustrating the value of hiring an AIA architect for electronic and print media that could be adopted across the country.

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Constant Contact Survey Results

Survey Name: AIA National RepositioningResponse Status: Partial & CompletedFilter: NoneJun 17, 2013 10:20:53 AM

Number of Response(s) Response Ratio20 41.6%23 47.9%5 10.4%0 0.0%

48 100%

Number of Response(s) Response Ratio12 31.5%

8 21.0%

22 57.8%

38 100%

Number of Response(s) Response Ratio19 46.3%

27 65.8%

41 100%

Number of Response(s) Response Ratio

Engaging emerging professionals

Inefficacy of communications

Total

Innovate:

AIA seeks to be an essential resource for all architects, at every stage of their career, but the organization has yet to successfully embrace the values and interests of emerging architects.

Connect:

Component autonomy versus unity

Component structure

Lack of tier coordination

Total

Engage:

While a necessity, component autonomy leads to inconsistency in how members experience and value AIA through the local component.

The component structure is unwieldy and challenging for even seasoned members to comprehend.

Many members and staff noted a lack of cohesion among the local, state, and national levels of AIA and are unclear about the distinct function and responsibilities of each tier.

What is your local component?

AIA LincolnAIA OmahaAIA Western NebraskaNo ResponsesTotal

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19 48.7%

17 43.5%

13 33.3%

39 100%

Number of Response(s) Response Ratio15 60.0%

15 60.0%

25 100%

Number of Response(s) Response Ratio18 37.5%

Board size and composition

Total

Optional: In addition to the 10 priorities, identify other issues you wish to be addressed in the Nebraska Chapters. Each chapters' 2013 goals are linked to respective chapter. AIA LincolnAIA OmahaAIA Western NebraskaAIA Nebraska

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Would you be interested in participating in a conversation regarding the AIA Repositioning held by your local component?

Yes

Prioritization of initiatives

Passive reactiveness

Given that the AIA cannot be all things to all people, the organization must decide the programs and services most essential to the majority of members so that resources can be allocated effectively and members receive the greatest value.

The one year terms and changing agendas of elected leadership contribute to a lack of continuity and impact in identifying and acting upon organization priorities.

The national AIA Board, with nearly 60 members, is large for an organization of AIA’s size. Similarly, your State or Local AIA Board may also be too large. However, the greatest concern is whether AIA Boards’ composition are truly representative of the range and diversity of membership.

Members and staff feel that AIA is often slow to take a stand on important issues that define and impact the architecture profession.

Financial and other organizational resources are seen as disproportionately benefitting national at the expense of local and regional components.

Resource Allocation

Total

Lead:

Leadership tenure and agendas

10

24 50.0%6 12.5%

48 100%No ResponsesTotal

Optional: Name 10 Response(s)

No

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Constant Contact Survey Results

Survey Name: AIA National RepositioningResponse Status: Partial & CompletedFilter: NoneJun 17, 2013 10:20:54 AM

Answer RespondentProfessional development: helping intern architects and students of architecture achieve a better understanding of the career and also helping established architects keep up on new trends. Better/easier/more user friendly web interface; AIA profiles (similar to linkedIN or other social/professional websites) to keep track of personal jobs/projects as well as connecting with other professionals, the ability to go from a national level to a local level seamlessly, etc. AIA Omaha

More interaction with City Hall. Ensuring that the Planning Department uses AIA Lincoln as a first resource for issues affecting zoning, codes, design standards, etc. However, AIA Lincoln does a good job and I appreciate the board's service. AIA Lincoln

Education: I strongly feel the current 4 year 2 year program at UNL is and always has been mediocre. It should be abolished in favor of returning to the 5year 1 year program. I would like to see AIA support this move, but with the liberal, mediocre intelligencia running the show at the University, I strongly doubt anything can be done. AIA Lincoln I would encourage the Board to poll our members on important legislative issues before a position is taken by the chapter. I have agreed with most of the positions taken in the past, but was not in agreement with some. Thanks. AIA OmahaI would like to know EXACTLY what the purpose of Central States is. It seems like a total waste of money and resources. Furthermore, the director of each state needs to clearly define their roles and responsibilities. In Nebraska, it has been asked many times and nobody has ever received a straight answer. Why are we paying these huge dues for state if the only benefits are coming from the local level!? Where are the state dues dollars going? AIA Omaha

Optional: In addition to the 10 priorities, identify other issues you wish to be addressed in the Nebraska Chapters. Each chapters' 2013 goals are linked to

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1. Eliminate Central States Region...provides no value. Central States could have a single representative, one of 12 national board members. 2. Eliminate single states as "regions." ie CA, IL, TX, MI, FL, NY etc. These should be combined with nearby regions. Each region could have 1-elected national board member. 3. Reduce National board from 60 to 12. 4. Every state director (and salaried personnel)should have publicly posted job responsibilities, metrics and performance data. 5. AIA should deny membership to architects not following code of conduct. 6. 2013 AIA NE goals are weak...lots of talk/conversation and little action. AIA Omaha Study the pros and cons of merging members of the Western Chapter into the Omaha or Lincoln Chapters.Weigh the effort and benefit involved in maintaining the chapter vs. having the Lincoln, Omaha, or Nebraska component hold one of two yearly events or activities in outstate Nebraska. AIA WesternWe need to get the membership involved somehow , have meetings during day . Have roundtable discussions on issues that are affecting the practice of architecture today . At one time there was a rountable discussions for firm owners . I thing this shole be held once a month . AIA Omaha

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Membership

The AIA delivers value to its members through advocacy, information, and community. 80% of architects in Nebraska are members- 437 Architect Members 544 licensed Architects. As a member of the Board of Directors it is important to:

Establish a relationship with a perspective member in a phone or personal conversation. Invite them to attend an AIA sponsored event as your guest.

Be able to explain the organization’s structure, goals, and mission.

Understand AIA Continuing Education requirements: 18 LU/annual (12 out of the 18 must

be HSW) Nebraska requirements: 24 LU/biennial (16 must be HSW)

Stay current on issues and trends impacting the organization and the profession.

Articulate at least (3) benefits of being a member.

Protect against measures to undermine the profession. Assist with any issue relating to licensure of the profession at the local, state and federal levels.

Sponsor continuing education experiences to help architects maintain their licensure.

Help members connect with each other through countless networking opportunities.

Provide knowledge through publications and web-based resources.

A resource for the emerging professional to become licensed.

Understand Membership dues for a new member:

Prorated dues are located on AIA Nebraska’s website:www.aiane.org.

AIA Membership Associate AIA Membership National State Local Total National State Local Total Lincoln $251 $219 $50 $520 Lincoln $108 $65 $40 $213

Omaha $251 $219 $72 $542 Omaha $108 $65 $57 $230

Western $251 $219 $45 $515 Western $108 $65 $45 $218 Professional Affiliate Membership $225.00 for each Individual Professional Affiliate Membership $500.00 for each Firm Professional Affiliate Membership

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Membership Statistics As of November 19, 2013 AIA Nebraska has 567 AIA members and 90 Affiliate members

AIA Assoc. AIA Total

Members AIA Nebraska 437 130 567

AIA Omaha 280 73 353

AIA Lincoln 127 46 173

AIA Western 30 11 41 There have been 34 new members in 2013.

AIA 8 New Graduates 11 Associate AIA 15

2013 Renewals 2012 Renewals

Total Members (Without Emeritus) Total Members (Without Emeritus)

Local Chapter Billed Renewed % Renewed Local Chapter Billed Renewed % Renewed

NELN 160 147 92% NELN  161 147 91%

NEOM 327 305 93% NEOM  322 309 96%

NEWS 29 28 97% NEWS  27 27 100%

TOTAL  516  480  3    TOTAL  510  483  3 

AIA Nebraska Gender Breakdown

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AIA Nebraska Territories

AIA National Regions

Central States Region: Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma

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Central States Region Mission:

To formulate and promote plans for Regional activities, fellowship and understanding to

strengthen the bonds of membership within the Council;

To serve as advisors to the Region’s Directors of the Institute to strengthen the Council’s

position with the Board of Directors and the Institute;

And to uphold and further the issues and objectives of The American Institute of Architects.

Central States Directors:

Wendy Ornelas, FAIA - wornelas@ksu.edu

Lanny McIntosh, AIA - lmcintosh@themcintoshgroup.com

The Central States Region of the American Institute of Architects requires each of its

components to pay an annual assessment to for the year. The current assessment is $5.00

for AIA members and $2.00 for Associate AIA Members.

Communication

AIA Nebraska uses website, e-mail, and social media outlets to communicate with our members and those of the design community. Facebook: The AIA Nebraska Facebook Page currently has 336 Likes. Twitter: The AIA Nebraska Twitter Page currently has 1275 followers and is following 9 organizations. LinkedIn: AIA Nebraska’s LinkedIn group has 145 members. To join any of these groups, visit our website www.aiane.org

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AIA Nebraska’s Email statistics: AIA Nebraska Update is e-mailed out to over 657 AIA Members and AIA Affiliates each week

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Advertising Opportunities

E-Newsletter Advertising For $25.00/week your company name and a link to your website will be on the AIA Nebraska Update e-newsletter. This newsletter is e-mailed to over 650 AIA Nebraska Architects, Affiliates and related industry groups. For $250.00/ week your company can be a sponsor of our weekly Nebraska Update e-newsletter. We can place two ads into the newsletter, which means your company and services will be notably displayed. Contact Emily at AIA Nebraska to check dates of availability and size requirements for advertisements. Website Advertising For $100.00/year your company name and a link to your website will be listed on the AIA Nebraska Website as a friend of AIA Nebraska. The AIA Nebraska website receives on average 274 visits per day. AIA Nebraska members only! For $500/month your company can be a website sponsor on the AIA Nebraska homepage. With 274 visits per day, you can't go wrong with this investment! Labels Affiliate Members and Non-Members can purchase Labels from the AIA Nebraska office, but the labels have to be used for education purposes. A copy of the actual mailing must be submitted to AIA Nebraska before any labels will be sent.

ALL AIA NE MEMBER LIST $75.00 Member Price $150.00 Non-Member Price

CHAPTER LISTS $25.00 Member Price $55.00 Non-Member Price

ALL OTHER LISTS ARE CHARGED AT .50/EA LABEL Contact Emily at AIA Nebraska to check dates of availability and size requirements for advertisements. If you have any questions or have any ideas for the AIA Nebraska Affiliates you can e-mail Emily Wilcox at emily@aiane.org.

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Quick Refresher Mission: To serve as the voice of the architecture profession and the resource for our members in service to society. This Society is a nonprofit membership corporation duly incorporated in the State of Nebraska on the 17th day of February, 1956, under and by virtue of the provisions of the Nebraska Nonprofit Corporation Act, and is a successor to the Nebraska Chapter, The American Institute of Architects, an unincorporated association duly chartered by the Institute on the 15th day of April, 1919. Antitrust Compliance It is the practice of the American Institute of Architects and its members to comply strictly with all laws, including federal and state antitrust laws that apply to AIA operations and activities.

The AIA has a long history of requiring that its members adhere to the highest ethical standards. The Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct requires members of the American Institute of Architects be dedicated to the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and competence. This Code states guidelines for the conduct of members in fulfilling those obligations. The Code is arranged in three tiers of statements: Canons, Ethical Standards, and Rules of Conduct.

AIA Nebraska is a 501 (c) (6). IRS Definition: Defines a business league as an association of persons having a common business interest, whose purpose is to promote the common business interest and not to engage in a regular business of a kind ordinarily carried on for profit. Its activities are directed to the improvement of business conditions of one or more lines of business rather than the performance of particular services for individual persons. Tax Information: As a 501(c) organization AIA is exempted from federal taxes. Where does your chapter fit?

Less than $25,000 are not required to file a Form 990 or a 990-EZ, Short Form with the IRS.

More than $25,000 but less than $100,000, and total assets of less than $250,000 at end of year, the local needs to file a 990-EZ, Short Form with the IRS.

More than $100,000 per year the local is required to file a Form 990.

Membership Dues for a 501(c)(6) are tax deductible as business expenses, however any percentage of these used for political activities (like lobbying) is not tax deductible. The organization must report what percentage of these "dues" is not deductible.

501(c)(6) organizations may engage in limited political activities that inform, educate, and promote their given interest. They may not engage in direct expenditures advocating a vote for a political candidate or cause. Donations to 501(c)(6) organizations are not required to be disclosed.

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AIA Nebraska PAC – Under the Nebraska Political Accountability and Disclosure Act, a committee is an entity whose function is to receive contributions and/or make expenditures for the purpose of influencing or attempting to influence the action of the voters for or against the nomination or election of one or more candidates or the qualification, passage, or defeat of one or more ballot questions. Donations are not tax deductible.

The Architectural Foundation of Nebraska is a 501 (c) (3). IRS Definition: Federal tax eexemptions apply to corporations, and any community chest, fund, or foundation, organized and operated exclusively for religious, charitable, scientific, testing for public safety, literary, or educational purposes, or to foster national or international amateur sports competition, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals. Another provision, 26 U.S.C. § 170, provides a deduction, for federal income tax purposes, for some donors who make charitable contributions to most types of 501(c)(3) organizations, among others.

Following Institute Policy

A component's bylaws determine its formal organization. Most components model their organizational structure after the Institute's. This section offers guidelines that a component may adapt for its own use. Articles of Incorporation AIA policy strongly recommends that all AIA components (except sections that do not have mandatory membership) be incorporated. Newly chartered components have three years to comply with the standards. The articles of incorporation of a component establish its name and legal existence as an independent corporate body. By approving the articles, the state grants corporate status to the organization under the applicable nonprofit corporation law. The articles of incorporation contain the basic information required by the state's corporation law, including the name of the organization, its purposes, legal address, and the names of the initial incorporators. If a component is not an incorporated entity, its legal status is similar to a partnership where all members are partners. Institute Charter A component's charter, issued by the Institute, identifies the organization as a component of the AIA, dates its formation, and establishes its name and territory. If a component is incorporated, the information in its charter will duplicate some information in its articles of incorporation. If changes occur that relate to the charter, such as in the name of the component, the articles of incorporation should be amended accordingly. If a component is not incorporated, the Institute charter will establish the component's existence. Bylaws Bylaws, which are rules of internal organization and governance, are required by the Institute as well as by state corporation law. They constitute a component's most important governing document. While the articles of incorporation delineate an agreement between a component and the state, and the Institute charter outlines an agreement between a component and the AIA, the bylaws represent an agreement between the component and its members as to how it will operate.

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Bylaws typically include the following elements, as explained in the model bylaw guidelines for AIA components:

Organization, composition, and general powers (including the name, objects, and territory of the component)

Membership (including Institute-assigned members, Associates, and the Allied and Affiliate membership categories established by the component)

The component's representation in the Institute, state, and regional components Meetings and elections The board of directors and/or executive committee Officers and their duties Dues, fees, and assessments Property and finances Committees and commissions Affiliations

A component's bylaws, generally the responsibility of the secretary, should be reviewed every three years. The assistance of legal counsel in drafting or revising bylaws may be required, in order to be certain that they conform to any requirements of state law. In addition, component bylaws must conform with the AIA Bylaws and Rules of the Board. When a component is initially chartered, and when amendments are made to the component bylaws or to the Institute Bylaws that may require changes in the component bylaws, the component must submit its bylaws to the Institute for review. They should be sent to the AIA component affairs department, where they will be reviewed for conformity to the AIA Bylaws. The bylaws or amendments become effective upon approval by the Institute Secretary. The AIA publishes "Model Bylaw Guidelines for AIA Components," which can make the bylaws preparation and revision process relatively simple. Copies of these model Bylaws are available from the General Counsel's office. The major areas that a component must decide for itself are:

The component's meeting format The composition of the component board or executive committee and its powers The number and duties of officers The dues structure The committee structure

Dues Although the AIA Bylaws prohibit a component from charging an admission or application fee for assigned members, the AIA does not specify what a component's dues structure should be; this is left to the component to determine. Many components provide in their bylaws that dues must be determined by the membership; others grant authority for the board to set dues. Wide variations exist in the dues amounts different components charge and how they are applied. In some components, dues include meals at meetings, while others issue separate assessments. Nonpayment of dues or other obligations owed to a component can result in termination of AIA membership. A component should recognize, however, that termination can be effected only by the national organization. The Central Database permits the component and National to maintain consistent membership records and resolve any discrepancies promptly.

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The issue of section dues also should be noted. The AIA Rules of the Board allow sections to levy dues with the permission of the parent chapter. While section membership is usually voluntary, and members are not assigned to sections by the AIA, section membership can be mandatory in a section of a statewide chapter if the section board petitions for it and the parent chapter approves. The AIA will terminate membership for nonpayment of section dues only if section membership has been made mandatory. Use of AIA Symbol The Institute symbol may be used in the same manner as the seal and may also be used by Architect members and their firms on their letterheads, business cards, signs, brochures, and other business materials related to their practice, provided that the majority of financial ownership in a professional architectural firm is held by registered architects, and all the registered architect principals are AIA members. No other use of the symbol may be made without specific approval by the Executive Committee. Use of AIA Name and Initials The following guidelines must be followed by individuals, components, and firms when using the Institute's name or initials. Individuals Persons falling within the categories listed below may print or otherwise use the name or initials as stated in the Bylaws and Model Bylaws. No other forms or abbreviations are permitted. Architect Members

Member of The American Institute of Architects Member of (assigned chapter or organization), The American Institute of Architects AIA

Associates

Associate Member of The American Institute of Architects Associate AIA Assoc. AIA

Members Who Are Fellows

Fellow, The American Institute of Architects FAIA

Honorary Fellows

Honorary Fellow, The American Institute of Architects Hon. FAIA

Honorary Members

Honorary Member, The American Institute of Architects Hon. AIA Honorary (Affiliate), or (Associate) of the _______________ Chapter, The American

Institute of Architects Member Emeritus

(AIA) or (FAIA), Member Emeritus

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Affiliate Members and Student Affiliates

Affiliate Members may describe themselves as, “ Member of the AIA ___________ Chapter of the American Institute of Architects”

Components

Components must use the phrase "The American Institute of Architects" in their name. Components must clarify in their actions, affiliations, publicity, or program that the action,

affiliation, etc., is that of the component and not of the Institute. Components are responsible for ensuring that those who repeat or print the information cite the component organization and not just The American Institute of Architects.

Firms When the majority of financial ownership in a professional architectural firm is held by registered architects, and all the registered architect principals are AIA members, that firm may use the phrase, “Members of The American Institute of Architects” in its public listings. Sponsorship, Endorsements, and Approval The Institute's position on sponsorship, endorsements, and approval of projects, publications, and similar efforts by other organizations or individuals is summarized below. Action by the component's board or executive committee may be required for sponsorship, endorsement, or approval. Components are responsible for ensuring that any list of sponsors identifies the component and not simply the "AIA" without reference to the local or state organization.

Sponsorship and Co-sponsorship

Refers to involvement in a financial, administrative, or advisory capacity Requires involvement in the initial planning or development stages of an activity Permits the use of the Institute's symbol when requested or appropriate Is usually restricted to universities, governmental agencies, non-profit organizations, and

similar groups Shall not be accorded to programs or materials produced by an individual or an organization

for the sole purpose of making a profit Endorsement

Refers to involvement in an activity without financial participation Requires that the activity must be completed, or the plan and draft form must be submitted

for review for technical proficiency and compliance with established policy Permits the use of the Institute's symbol when requested and appropriate

Approval

Refers to involvement in an activity either in the planning or completed stages Is used to commend projects, programs, materials, or educational activities to the general

public or to the profession in order to induce acceptance Can be granted only when plans, proposals, or publications are submitted for review Does not permit the use of the Institute's symbol

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AIA Public Policies A discussion and directory of AIA public policies is contained in the Government Affairs section of the AIA National website. Formation of Chapters and Sections The formation of new chapters and sections is governed by Institute Bylaws and policies of the Board and approved by the Secretary. Members wishing to form a new chapter should:

Submit the required petition to the Institute (with the signatures of at least 10 members in good standing, no more than three of whom may be associate members, the president of the parent chapter, and the regional director)

Submit bylaws Submit a projected budget for the first year's operations Establish a calendar year based on the national AIA's Submit annual evaluation reports and meet minimum mandatory standards after the third

year of operations Adhere to the Performance Criteria of the AIA as set forth by AIA National.

Additional requirements apply in the case of proposed component whose territory is outside the United States. Contact the Component affairs department for more information. Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct The current Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct of the Institute became effective January 1, 1987, and have been amended since then. A copy of the current Code is posted on www.aia.org. Whenever the Code is amended, the new language is distributed in AIArchitect All members in all classes of membership are required by the AIA Bylaws to conform their conduct to the standards set forth in the Code. Components should assist members and prospective members in knowing their obligation to comply with the Code. The Code is organized in three tiers. In the first tier are the five Canons, which are broad statements of principle on members' general obligations and their obligations to clients, the profession, colleagues, and the public. Under each canon are one or more ethical standards (E.S.). These are more specific goals to which members should aspire. Finally, the Rules of Conduct (R.) are mandatory and violations may be the basis for discipline. The Code is interpreted and enforced by the National Ethics Council (NEC). No individual member, officer, director, or component has authority to interpret the Code or impose discipline for violations. Contact the General Counsel’s office, (202) 626-7348, for information on NEC procedures for filing a complaint. Selection of Delegates to the National Convention Each component's Bylaws should define the manner in which that component selects its delegates to the annual business meeting of the Institute, held during the national convention. Forty days prior to the business meeting, the Secretary will send to each component a notice of the number of delegates to which that component is entitled. Also included in this mailing are copies of all Bylaws

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amendments or resolutions to be voted upon by the delegates, and biographies of the candidates for national office. Submitting a Resolution to the Annual Business Meeting Resolutions to be voted upon by delegates to the Annual Business Meeting may be sponsored by one or more of the following:

a Regional Director the Associate Director a state or regional organization a local component, provided it is also co-sponsored by the Regional Director or state or

regional organization of which the component is a member the Board of Directors any AIA officer the American Institute of Architecture Students a minimum of 50 members of the Institute

Individual chapters without co-sponsorship who wish to support a resolution that has an eligible sponsor as listed above may be listed as endorsers. The AIA Rules of Procedure define the process for submitting a resolution to delegates from the floor at the business meeting, and for making any changes to a printed business item. This information is reprinted at Appendix III in this section.

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Introduction The American Institute of Architects and its members are committed to full compliance with all laws and regulations, and to maintaining the highest ethical standards in the way we conduct our operations and activities. Our commitment includes strict compliance with federal and state antitrust laws, which are designed to protect this country’s free competitive economy. Responsibility for Antitrust Compliance Compliance with the antitrust laws is a serious business. Antitrust violations may result in heavy fines for corporations, and in fines and even imprisonment for individuals. While the General Counsel provides guidance on antitrust matters, you bear the ultimate responsibility for assuring that your actions and the actions of any of those under your direction comply with the antitrust laws. Antitrust Guidelines In all operations and activities of the Institute, you must avoid any discussions or conduct that might violate the antitrust laws or even raise an appearance of impropriety. The following guidelines will help you do that: • Do not have discussions with other

members or competitors about any of the following subjects (unless you’ve first consulted legal counsel):

o your prices for products or services, or prices charged by your competitors

o costs, discounts, terms of sale, profit margins or anything else that might affect those prices

o allocating markets, customers, territories or products with your competitors

o limiting production o whether or not to deal with any

other business o any competitively sensitive

information concerning your own business or a competitor’s.

• Do not stay at a meeting, or any other gathering, if those kinds of discussions are taking place.

• Do not discuss any other sensitive antitrust subjects (such as price discrimination, reciprocal dealing, or exclusive dealing agreements) without first consulting counsel.

• Do not create any documents, e-mail or other records that might be misinterpreted to suggest that the Institute condones or is involved in anticompetitive behavior.

• Do consult counsel about any documents or activities that touch on sensitive antitrust subjects such as pricing, market allocations, refusals to deal with any business, and the like.

• Do consult with counsel on any non-routine correspondence that requests one of the Institute’s members to participate in projects or programs, submit data for such activities, or otherwise join other members in the Institute’s actions.

• Do use an agenda and take accurate minutes at every meeting. Have counsel review the agenda and minutes before they are put into final form and circulated.

We’re Here to Help Whenever you have any question about whether particular Institute activities might raise antitrust or other problems, don’t hesitate to contact us.

The American Institute of Architects General Counsel’s Office

September 2002

THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS ANTITRUST COMPLIANCE GUIDELINES

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AIA Nebraska Whistleblower Policy

General: AIA Nebraska Code of Ethics and Conduct requires directors, officers and employees to observe high standards of business and personal ethics in the conduct of their duties and responsibilities. As employees and representatives of AIA Nebraska, we must practice honesty and integrity in fulfilling our responsibilities and comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Reporting Responsibility: It is the responsibility of all directors, officers and employees to comply with the Code and to report violations or suspected violations in accordance with this Whistleblower Policy. No Retaliation: No director, officer or employee who in good faith reports a violation of the Code shall suffer harassment, retaliation or adverse employment consequence. An employee who retaliates against someone who has reported a violation in good faith is subject to discipline up to and including termination of employment. This Whistleblower Policy is intended to encourage and enable employees and others to raise serious concerns within AIA Nebraska prior to seeking resolution outside of AIA Nebraska. Reporting Violations: The Code addresses AIA Nebraska’s open door policy and suggests that directors, officers and employees share their questions, concerns, suggestions or complaints with someone who can address them properly. In most cases, an employee’s direct report/manager is in the best position to address an area of concern. Directors and managers are required to report suspected violations of the Code of Conduct to the AIA Nebraska Compliance Officer, who has specific and exclusive responsibility to investigate all reported violations. For suspected fraud, or when you are not satisfied or uncomfortable with following AIA Nebraska’s open door policy, individuals should contact AIA Nebraska’s Executive Director or the Compliance Officer. Compliance Officer: AIA Nebraska’s Compliance Officer is responsible for investigating and resolving all reported complaints and allegations concerning violations of the Code and, at their discretion, shall advise the finance committee. The Compliance Officer has direct access to the finance committee of the board of directors and is required to report to the finance committee at least annually on compliance activity. AIA Nebraska’s Compliance Officer is the immediate Past-President of AIA Nebraska. Should the Past-President be involved in the issue in question, the Secretary shall act as the back-up compliance officer. Accounting and Auditing Matters: The finance committee of the board of directors shall address all reported concerns of complaints regarding corporate accounting practices, internal controls or auditing. The Compliance Officer shall immediately notify the finance committee of any such complaint and work with the committee until the matter is resolved.

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Acting in Good Faith: Anyone filing a complaint concerning a violation or suspected violations of the Code must be acting in good faith and have reasonable grounds for believing the information disclosed indicates a violation of the Code. Any allegations that prove not to be substantiated and which prove to have been made maliciously or knowingly to be false will be viewed as a serious disciplinary offense. Confidentiality: Violations or suspected violations may be submitted on a confidential basis by the complainant or may be submitted anonymously. Reports of violations or suspected violations will be kept confidential to the extent possible, consistent with the need to conduct an adequate investigation. Handling of Reported Violations: The Compliance Officer will notify the sender and acknowledge receipt of the reported violation or suspected violation within five business days. All reports will be promptly investigated and appropriate corrective action will be taken if warranted by the investigation.

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INTERNAL POLICY FOR TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT FOR PRES/PRES ELECTS

LOCAL CHAPTERS & STATE COMPONENT

GRASSROOTS AIA Nebraska pays for the following expenditures:

Registration, Hotel for up to (4) nights, Coach Airfare, Mileage to Airport, Parking & up to $50/day per diem for meals (receipts must accompany.)

In order to receive reimbursement for the above expenditures, attendance at the following

mandatory meetings/events is required:

The Central States Business Meeting Legislative Day at the Capitol Institute Open House

NATIONAL CONVENTION AIA Nebraska pays for the following expenditures:

Registration, Hotel for up to (4) nights, Coach Airfare, Mileage to Airport, Parking & up to $50/day per diem for meals (receipts must accompany.)

In order to receive reimbursement for the above expenditures, attendance at the following mandatory meetings/events is required:

The Central States Business Meeting AIA National Candidate Speeches AIA National Caucuses Candidate voting or proxy vote AIA National Business Meeting

All requests for reimbursement with receipts must be submitted within 45 days of event. Mileage is reimbursed at the government mileage rate. Rental cars are not allowed unless the cost of the rental is equal to or less than alternative transportation.

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Communications Policy Statement This policy statement provides guidance concerning who is authorized to make public statements on behalf of or as a representative of the American Institute of Architects Nebraska Chapter and the manner in which such public statements should be handled. It also provides guidance as to the distribution of documents or other information from AIA Nebraska by its members.

To best represent the views of AIA Nebraska, a process has been established through which positions of the Association are developed in a representative, deliberative and thoughtful manner. In respect of this process and to be fair to those members who participate in it, communication of the matters decided should be done in a way which is consistent with and faithful to the agreed upon results. Therefore, any communication of policies or positions of AIA Nebraska to the public or any governmental body, by persons speaking on behalf of or as a representative of the Association, is expected to be the official AIA Nebraska policy or position.

Representatives of or those communicating on behalf of AIA Nebraska should not make public statements that differ from positions or policies, which have been established by AIA Nebraska unless those statements are clearly disassociated from AIA Nebraska. Such differing personal statements should be made in a way that the audience to whom they are targeted easily recognizes that they are the personal views of the member and not the official position of AIA Nebraska.

This policy statement is not intended to limit or preclude individual members from expressing their individual views nor to preclude normal and routine correspondence or other communication between the Board of Directors, Executive Committee, committees and task forces, local components, staff and members of AIA Nebraska.

Guidance as to the communication and distribution of policies and positions of the Association:

I. Board of Directors and Executive Committee

a. Members of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee should understand that, by virtue of their role in the organization, they will generally be perceived by the public to be representing the AIA making public statements concerning AIA matters and should govern themselves accordingly.

b. The Board of Directors, as a body, may direct the distribution of documents and information or make statements on behalf of the AIA at any time.

c. The Executive Committee, or its designee, may make or authorize a statement on behalf of the AIA when critical timing or other conditions make it impractical to await action by the Board of Directors. Such statements should only be made when it is felt that it will be in the best interests of the profession and that there is a very high probability that it will be ratified by subsequent action of the Board.

d. The Executive Committee may release documents or other information in the possession of the AIA as it, or its designee, determines will further the goals and objectives.

e. The president of AIA Nebraska, and the executive director of AIA Nebraska are the official spokespeople of the American Institute of Architects, Nebraska Chapter.

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II. American Institute of Architects, Nebraska Chapter Committees and Task Forces

a. Chairpersons of AIA Nebraska committees and task forces may speak on behalf of the Association only with respect to policies or matters which have been authorized by the Board of Directors or Executive Committee.

b. AIA Nebraska committees and task forces may issue statements to the public, governmental bodies or other professional organizations as authorized by the Board of Directors or Executive Committee.

c. Written statements which express the policies, opinions or official positions of AIA Nebraska or a committee of the AIA should be issued on official letterhead.

III. Local Components

a. Local Components and their committees should coordinate with AIA staff before any statements are made to the public, governmental bodies or other professional organizations concerning matters affecting the profession in Nebraska as a whole. Communication of matters relating to the dissemination of general information to the public in connection with the established chapter programs and in general routine matters does not require such coordination so long as the communication is consistent with the policies and procedures of the Association.

IV. Members and Staff

a. From time to time, members with specific expertise may be called upon by staff to respond to media inquiries regarding design, styles, concepts, projects, etc. These members should explicitly advise that any opinions expressed are personal and are not the expression AIA Nebraska’s policy or position.

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AIA Nebraska Record Retention Policy

AIA Nebraska recognizes that due to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act it is essential for nonprofit organizations to have a written, mandatory document retention and periodic destruction policy in an attempt to prevent accidental or innocent destruction. All employees of AIA Nebraska and AIA Nebraska local chapter Board of Directors will be provided a copy of the policy and will be required to comply with the length of time records should be retained. The following table provides the policies minimum requirements that must be adhered to: (this list maybe modified to include additional documents as necessary). Although the document destruction policy pertains to documents in their hard copy format, it is highly encouraged that, when possible, electronic copies of all records and documents are maintained. Board of Directors Minutes ....................................................................................... Permanent

Other Minutes (such as committees) ..............................................................................4 years

Bylaws/Articles of Incorporation (including previous versions) ................................. Permanent

Continuing Education Records CE submission/reporting forms .................................................................................6 years Event/Program Files Registration Forms ..................................................................................................... 1 year Event/Planning records .............................................................................................4 years Registration List ........................................................................................................4 years Sponsorship List .......................................................................................................4 years Promotional Literature ...............................................................................................4 years

Award History (recipient list) ..................................................................................... Permanent Applications ............................................................................................................... 1 year

Insurance Policies (expired) ...........................................................................................6 years

Insurance records.. ................................................................................................... Permanent

Routine Correspondence ...............................................................................................4 years

Contractual Correspondence (expired) ..........................................................................4 years

Employee personnel records (after termination) ............................................................4 years

Financial Records ................................................... As required by IRS (Not less than 4 years) IRS Determination Letter .................................................................................... Permanent Bank Reconciliations .................................................................................................4 years Tax Returns ........................................................................................................ Permanent AP/AR Records (deposit records, AP) ......................................................................7 years Annual Financial Statements .............................................................................. Permanent

Printed Literature (up to 5 samples) ...............................................................................4 years

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By When Responsible PersonStrategies

Strategic Planning FrameworkGoal/Objective:

Status

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AIA Nebraska Leadership Retreat November 16, 2012, Strategic Air & Space Museum 2013 Goals _______________________________________________

AIA Nebraska Goals

Participate in National AIA Repositioning Initiative. o Gather facts and insight. o Report findings to membership. o Roger Doehling, AIA

Increase and continue UNL‐ College of Architecture involvement, support, influence and participation.

o Meet with Kim Wilson, Interim Dean to determine College of Arch plan. o Report Information to Membership 3) Open House for Faculty. o Ken West, AIA | Bob LeZotte

Grow AIA Nebraska by developing a mentoring buddy system pilot

program involving Associate AIA and AIAS Nebraska members. o Assign AIAS students to home chapters for mentoring purposes. o Open House for AIAS Members. o Assign an Associate AIA to attend Legislative Forum + Annual

Conference. o Ross Miller, Associate AIA | Barb Gay, AIA | Vanessa Schutte, AIA

Resume and revive PAC/Citizen Architect with focus on IGCC, Proactive and reactive legislative initiatives, revising and updating outdated legislation.

o Solicit Government Affairs Committee Call for Interest. o Chapter Presidents embark on Chapter Roundtables to engage in

conversation and solicit legislative recommendations. o Conduct Legislative Roundtable at AIA NE Annual Conference. o AIA Nebraska Government Affairs Committee

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AIA Lincoln Goals Attendees: Todd Hesson, Nate Krug, Ilja Sanio, Cristy Joy, Kate Hier, Matt Glawatz,

Cleve Reeves and Michael Sinclair

Achieved – Committees

Program Committee – Communication Committee – Emerging Professional Committee –

1. Improved communication with the Lincoln Membership – 1 year goal

Benefits for Members and Non-Members of the local chapter AIA 101

o Simple explanation of the benefit-value o Lobbyist and Politics o Resources for Members o Use of the Web Site

Communicate with the Web Site o Relative and Current Information o Forum – use Facebook Link

Web Site – 1 year goal o Showcase local chapter o Enhance the communication o Relative and Current Information o Linking information in the AIA NE and National o Communication Committee lead

Survey our Chapter Members 2. Public Awareness

Lincoln City Hall – maintain o Luncheon session in the Spring 2013 o Members on the public committees

Surrounding Communities/ County Public Events

o Tours Home and Garden Show – Richard is spearheading Tour of major project

o Programs for Continue Ed o Programs to market on a National level – use of video and web

conference Generate revenue

o Collaboration with the College Communication of Issues with Link to State Board & AIA NE Quality of Design – keep talent in Nebraska

o Design discussions and presentations – social event

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3. Emerging Professionals Provide support for ARE – Study Sessions with video conference capabilities Career Fair Booth Mentoring Freedom by Design with AIAS

4. Project Delivery Methods BIM Integrated Delivery Engaging the Construction Community Leading the process – do not get left behind

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2013 AIA Omaha Goals

Provide presentations to members. 5/16/13: Marlon Blackwell Jay Anderson, Associate AIA

Hold AIA Omaha Homes Tour in Fall 2013

Tom Zuk, AIA

Provide construction/building tours. (Truhlsen, Synagogue, SACFCU, etc) AIA Omaha Board of Directors

Provide 6‐8 EATS programs. Jared Gerber

Develop and hold Community Service Award. Brian Spencer, AIA | Chris Johnson , AIA

Increase public outreach. (daOMA, Restore Omaha, AIAS, jobsite signage, Website refesh AIA Omaha Board of Directors

Improve organizational ties. (AIA NE, AIAS) AIA Omaha Board of Directors

Review AIA Omaha Bylaws. (Proxy voting, 50% operation budget clause) Alison Topp, AIA

Develop Disaster‐Relief Task Force.

Brian Spencer, AIA Italicized names identifies responsible parties.

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2013 AIA Western Nebraska Goals 2013 Board Members: President, Jeffrey L. Hinrichs, AIA; President-Elect: Michael Tomczak, AIA; Secretary/Treasurer, James R. Brisnehan, AIA; Director, Josh Silvers, Assoc. AIA

Western Chapter will strive to have more interaction with the Nebraska Architectural Foundation. Invite a representative to chapter meetings and events. (jennifelton@yahoo.com)

Western Chapter will initiate calls to inactive members and architects who are not

AIA in our region to increase membership and participation. o Barb Gay to research available NPPD video conference sites for Cabela's

architects and Rex Peterson.

Western Chapter will promote member services to small municipalities throughout our region, including plan review opportunities.

Western Chapter will continue to plan for and hold the spring conference.

o Increase "east" chapters’ participation.

Hold 1 day conferences, i.e. ADA and code updates.

Purchase AIA project banner for use by western members.

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