Call for Interest: ELA Class of 2025
AIA Richmond is accepting applications for the component nominee for 2025 AIA Virginia Emerging Leaders in Architecture (ELA) program. ELA is in its 16th year of providing intensive educational sessions for the top designers and architects from across the commonwealth to build leadership skills and unique networking opportunities.
Below is a link to the full details and eligibility for the program:
AIA Richmond Board of Directors will be making their component nominee recommendation following the October 8th board meeting. The Richmond component nominee will receive a letter of nomination from the Board and be granted 50% of the tuition cost for the program.
Any emerging professional interested in becoming the component nominee shall apply with the following by 5pm on Nov. 1, 2024:
- Letter of interest addressed to AIA RVA Board of Directors detailing why they are the best candidate for component nomination
- Completed 2025 ELA Application page (see 2025-ELA-Application.pdf at the above link)
- One-page resume which should include education, organizations, community activities, honors and awards
- A 500-word essay on the relationship between leadership and architecture and your role in both.
Applicants must be an active AIA or Associate AIA member.
Details should be sent to this email address.
