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AIA Austin Women in Architecture presents ‘Profiles’ , an interview series. Our Mission at WIA Austin is to promote, validate, and illuminate the role of women within the architectural field through fostering community, fellowship, education, and outreach. This year's 'Profiles' Interview series invites firm leaders to discuss the topic of Inspiration. We asked the question - In what ways do you hope to inspire or support other women in the profession? Please enjoy the second interview with Christy Taylor, AIA, Partner CHIOCO | design. Committee Chair - Stephanie Lemmo, Assoc. AIA Committee Chair-Elect - Carina Coel, AIA Sub-committee Chair - Alexandra Chaves, Assoc. AIA Video Production and Editing: Gus Bernal - https://www.gusbernal.com/ Locations: Chioco Offices https://www.chiocodesign.com/ Paperboy https://www.paperboyaustin.com/

AIA Austin Women in Architecture presents ‘Profiles’ , an interview series. Our Mission at WIA Austin is to promote, validate, and illuminate the role of women within the architectural field through fostering community, fellowship, education, and outreach. This year's 'Profiles' Interview series invites firm leaders to discuss the topic of Inspiration. We asked the question - In what ways do you hope to inspire or support other women in the profession? Please enjoy the fourth interview with Bhavani Singal, AIA, Principal Architect - Workshop No.5 Committee Chair - Stephanie Lemmo, Assoc. AIA Committee Chair-Elect - Carina Coel, AIA Sub-committee Chair - Alexandra Chaves, Assoc. AIA Video Production and Editing: Gus Bernal - https://www.gusbernal.com/ Locations: Crestway Residence

AIA Austin’s Women in Architecture (WiA) Committee coordinated the Guide to Austin Architecture’s Groundbreaking Women Spring Bike Tour, which took place March 26th 2022 and featured 5 of 12 sites from the Guide to Austin Groundbreaking Women website. The Guide to Austin Architecture’s Groundbreaking Women Spring Bike Tour featured presentations by Emily Little, FAIA for Hotel Saint Cecilia; Heather McKinney, FAIA for McGarrah Jessee; Kelly Henson and Lisa Biel, AIA for the Seaholm Power Plant Redevelopment; Maija Kreishman, AIA for La Condesa; and Sophia Razzaque, AIA for Hotel Magdalena. Event Coordination was put together by: Stephanie Lemmo, Assoc. AIA, Courtney Mallen, Assoc. AIA, Bud Franck, and Julia Brown Volunteers for the Event include: Kathleen Deaver, Alexandra Chaves, Adelle York, and Toni Thomasson Video Production and Editing by: Gus Bernal www.gusbernal.com

AIA Austin Women in Architecture presents ‘Profiles’ , an interview series. Our Mission at WIA Austin is to promote, validate, and illuminate the role of women within the architectural field through fostering community, fellowship, education, and outreach. This year's 'Profiles' Interview series invites firm leaders to discuss the topic of Inspiration. We asked the question - In what ways do you hope to inspire or support other women in the profession? Please enjoy the first interview with Donna Carter, FAIA - CARTER • DESIGN ASSOCIATES . To watch the full interview, see link in bio Committee Chair - Stephanie Lemmo, Assoc. AIA Committee Chair-Elect - Carina Coel, AIA Sub-committee Chair - Alexandra Chaves, Assoc. AIA Video Production and Editing: Gus Bernal - https://www.gusbernal.com/ Location: Carter Museum https://www.austintexas.gov/department/george-washington-carver-museum-cultural-and-genealogy-center

Erica joined Waterloo Greenway Conservancy (WGC) in January 2020 and serves as Chief Operating Officer overseeing organizational and park operations, communications, community engagement, human resources and programming. Waterloo Greenway is a 1.5-mile urban park system supported by a public-private partnership between the City of Austin and WGC. Once complete, the 35 acres of connected green space will be home to an array of natural and cultural destinations. The park system is being planned, designed, and built-in three phases of geographic milestones. Phase 1 opened in August of 2021 and includes Waterloo Park and the Moody Amphitheater. Phase 2 planning and design processes are complete and construction begins in the fall of 2022. Amid gardens, rolling pathways, and a twinkling Waller Creek that links the park system, the environment, arts, health, and adventure will converge and nourish authentic and uplifting community experiences. Erica previously served as Associate Vice President for Community and External Relations and Associate Vice President for Assessment and Strategic Planning at UT Austin. Erica was born in the Rio Grande Valley and moved to Austin in 1993 to attend UT Austin. She holds a BA from UT Austin and an MFA from UCLA. Erica is an alum of Leadership Austin and Leadership Texas. Her board and service commitments include Austin Soundwaves, Community Advancement Network, Goodwill Industries of Central Texas, I Live Here I Give Here, Restore Rundberg, Somos Austin, Texas Exes Hispanic Alumni Network, Texas Exes Alumni Association Network Advisory Board, The Hispanic Alliance and The Long Center for the Performing Arts. Video Production, Editing, Color Correction, and Sound: Gustavo Bernal Music by ZakharValaha from Pixabay Shot on location at Waterloo Park

Rosemary is a native Austinite, born and raised in East Austin. She is the giving coordinator at Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and her role goes well with her passion and desire to make the world a better place. She works in the philanthropy department and handles the donation process for all national giving and assists nonprofits with their support they provide in the community. Rosemary completed the Hispanic Austin Leader program in 2009 and Leadership Austin in 2020. She is a former board member of the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and GAHCC Foundation board of directors and has held various leadership roles in the Hispanic Austin Leadership program. In 2015, she received the GAHCC Chairs Award; in 2016, she received the TAMACC Women of Distinction award; in 2019 she received the HAL Alumni of the Year award and the HABLA Outstanding Community Leader Award in 2020. She is a past advisory board member of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Advisory Board, appointed by Mayor Pro Tem Delia Garza and a past committee member of Somos Austin. In her spare time, she enjoys day trips and spending time with her family, especially her young grandson. Video Production, Editing, Color Correction and Sound: Gustavo Bernal Music by madirfan from Pixabay Shot on location at Titos Vodka Private Art Gallery

Melissa Ortiz is a former Con Mi MADRE participant and the Manager of Programs and Sponsorships for Capital Metro. We can't wait for you to meet her next weekend and hear her impactful story! Melissa is a community relations professional working in engagement and social impact. As Manager of Programming and Sponsorships for Melissa’s responsibilities include community engagement, media relations, social impact strategy, sponsorship fulfillment, and program management. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies and Spanish from Texas State University and a Master’s in Public Administration from UTSA. Melissa has a passion for connecting people to causes they care about and building meaningful partnerships that lead to social impact. Video Production, Editing, Color Correction, and Sound: Gustavo Bernal Music by Lesfm from Pixabay Shot on location at Cap Metro Plaza Saltillo

,AIA Austin Women in Architecture presents 'Profiles', an interview series. Our Mission at WIA Austin is to promote, validate, and illuminate the role of women within the architectural field through fostering community, fellowship, education, and outreach. This newly launched 'Profiles' interview series invites firm leaders to discuss the topic of diversity. We asked the question - Why does diversity matter and what are their firms doing to address it through their firm culture? Please enjoy the interview with Meeta Morrison, AIA - MMD ARCHITECTURE Committee Chair - Nkiru Gelles, Assoc. AIA Committee Chair-Elect - Stephanie Lemmo, Assoc. AIA Sub-committee Chair - Alexandra Chaves, Assoc. AIA Video Production and Editing: Gus Bernal - https://www.gusbernal.com/ Location: MMD Architecture Home Office

Luis Felez is a chef with 20+ years of experience in the culinary industry. To celebrate the Corazón Awards 2021 by making the drink "Promesa" Follow along with how to make this tasty drink.