Emerging Professionals Committee

The Emerging Professionals Community serves architectural designers pursuing professional and personal growth by providing resources that afford social, educational, and cultural opportunities. 

2025 Co-Chairs:
Leen Hariri, Assoc. AIA, Amenta Emma Architects
Nyicia E. George, Assoc. AIA, City of Hartford

Staff Coordinator: Tori Calabro

EP Friendly Firm Award Program

Does your firm support emerging professionals? This award program recognizes firms dedicated to assisting early career professionals.

The 2025 EP Friendly Firm Survey is now open!

Click here for more information and to submit.

Firms with offices in the New England States are eligible to apply.

ARE Advantage

The ARE Advantage Resources have been crafted specifically for EPs in their pursuit of becoming licensed architects. Benefit from the expertise of licensed architects, study at your own pace and get ready to successfully navigate your exams with the confidence of having a distinct advantage.  

ARE Study Group

The Emerging Professionals Committee presents recurring ARE study groups! These gatherings are open to all Associate AIA members and non-members going for licensure.

For more information and to register, click below!

Join us to Celebreate the 2025 Napkin Sketch Competition Winners

Join us for a celebration of all participants and the announcement of the 2025 Napkin Sketch Competition winners! This is a great opportunity to gather and connect. Come out to see who has the best sketch this year!

Open ARE Study Meet-ups

Thursdays from 5:30 pm-7:30 pm.
Click here to email for details.
Sponsored by AIA CT & NOMAct

2024 Napkin Sketch Winners