NOMAtlanta

NOMA Atlanta Happy Hour with Monica Fenderson and Sponsor Vari
2023-02-09 17:30 - 20:30 UTC | Vari Buckhead Showroom, 3340 Peachtree Rd NE Tower Place 100 Suite 1230, Atlanta, GA, 30326, United States
Please join us for a happy hour to celebrate and meet Monica Fenderson, Architect, and owner of MOSA Architects, on the release of her new Children’s book, “Moni’s Dreams Come True,” a story about her journey into the profession.
Our event sponsor for the night is Vari.
The event experience will include refreshments, light bites, validated parking, and a free task chair raffle. NOMA Atlanta will provide two copies of Monica’s book for a door prize raffle.

AIA Leadership Conference
2023-02-14 - 2023-02-17 | Georgia

Continuing Education
2023-02-21 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | Georgia

CEU: Designing with Perforated Metal Panels and Products 104
2023-04-06 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | HLG Studio, 1401 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States
Designing with Perforated Metal Panels and Products 104: 1 AIA LU|HSW

Offering almost endless pattern options as well as design versatility, perforated panels and assorted perforated metal products are exploding in popularity. Perforated metal panels can provide semi-privacy, reduce heat and glare, act as an equipment screen, an infill panel through stairwells and so much more. After completing this course, attendees will have an understanding of what to expect with flatness and what the tolerances are for strength of metal versus percentage open. Participants will also understand how to achieve smooth and safe perforated products and the equivalent solid metal concept when it comes to choosing what percentage open will be best for the selected design.

After attending this class, you will:

Understand the equivalent solid metal concept and how it relates to perforated panels

Understand how percentage open in perforation design is related to tensile strength of metal and what gauge is utilize

Understand the basic decisions in order to choose a perforated product and how each of those effect cost

Learn about the importance of smooth perforations and post-fabrication painting to create a safe, sharp edge free product.

Will know the pros and cons between perforated, expanded metal or wire cloth

Understand how choices in assembly, metal thickness and pattern effect flatness.

Hiking at Bamboo Forest
2023-06-17 08:30 - 12:00 UTC | East Palisades Unit – Indian Trail, 1425 Indian Trail NW,, Sandy Springs, Georgia, 30327, United States
We’ll send a separate email closer to the date for items to bring.

No registration is required for this event.

Contact professionaldevelopment@nomaatlanta.org to coordinate and if anyone is interested in carpooling.

EJI Legacy Museum & National Memorial for Peace and Justice Road Trip
2023-06-24 07:00 - 19:30 UTC | Georgia
Join NOMAtlanta & SoFlo NOMA on a road trip to visit the EJI Legacy Museum & The National Memorial for Peace & Justice.

Event: NOMAtlanta & SoFlo NOMA Road Trip to Montgomery, AL

Departure: 7:00 AM EST from 1315 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309

Return: 7:30PM EST

Tickets: Members & Non-Members General Admission

Time Spent In Alabama: 6 hours

Lunch: Provided (Sandwiches. Note dietary restrictions during ticket purchase)

Trip ticket includes: Round-trip transportation, tickets to museum & memorial, snacks, drinks, lunch and great company!

Museum Address: 400 N Court St, Montgomery, AL 36104

Memorial Address: 417 Caroline Street, Montgomery, Alabama, 36104

Shuttle: Provided between museum and memorial

Travel Time: 3 hours

Seats: Unassigned

All General Admission Ticket Sales End: June 22

Ticket Sales: Eventbrite

General Body Meeting - 6.29
2023-06-29 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Mannington Commercial Design Center, 934 Brady Ave NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30318, United States
Our speaker, from Gwinnett County, for tonight will feature a discussion on “Doing Business with Gwinnett County & What’s happening in Gwinnett”

We have catered refreshments courtesy of Eberly & Associates.

General Body Meeting - 7.20
2023-07-20 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | R. Randall Rollins Building, 1516 Clifton Road, 8th Floor Room R800, Atlanta, Georgia, 30322, United States
Join us for NOMAtlanta’s next General Body Meeting for chapter updates & a special guest presentation.

Presentation: ‘What’s happening at Emory Campus & Doing Business with Emory University’.

Refreshments are sponsored by Emory University.

Parking is free after 5pm.

The deck is a 2-3 minute walk from the R. Randall Rollins building. I’ve attached a map as well.

Summer BBQ
2023-07-23 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | Westside Park – Great Lawn Pavillion, 1660 Johnson Road NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30318, United States
Join us for our 2023 NOMAtlanta Annual Summer BBQ on July 23th from 1-4pm this event is free to all members. RSVP closes on July 17th.

Project Pipeline Summer Camp
2023-07-26 09:30 - 2023-07-28 15:00 UTC | Georgia
Join Atlanta’s chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA) this summer for an exciting camp event at Georgia Tech’s campus.

Led by professional designers and architects, middle school to high school students will engage in thought-provoking exercises that investigate, analyze, and address real-world issues in their community through design. Students will be empowered to become agents of change and develop the skills to contribute critically and constructively to their community.

Register now for an unforgettable experience that fosters the next generation of design professionals, civic leaders, and changemakers.

General Body Meeting
2023-08-31 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Kimball Office Showroom, 2282 Defoor Hills Rd NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30318
Join NOMAtlanta for networking, a guest speaker, and discussions at our General Body Meeting. Thank you to Kimball Int. for hosting.

RSVP on Eventbrite

Workplace Panel Discussion
2023-09-21 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Georgia
Are you a young professional or a soon-to-be graduate looking to embark on a fulfilling architectural career? Join us for an insightful panel discussion on architecture careers and workplaces. This event aims to shed light on the diverse opportunities, challenges, and evolving trends in the architecture profession, offering valuable insights to help you chart your course in this dynamic industry.

Join NOMAtlanta for this free event – bring questions for our distinguished panel and network with your peers and other NOMAtlanta members.

The event is hosted by Gensler Atlanta, located in Midtown Atlanta at 999 Peachtree Street.

2023 Black Women in Architecture Brunch
2023-09-24 12:00 - 16:00 UTC | Cosentino Showroom, 3107 Peachtree Rd NE, Suite 5, Atlanta, Georgia, 30305
Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate Black Women in architecture and learn from inspiring entrepreneurs! RSVP today!

You are invited to attend a Black Women in Architecture Brunch this Sunday, September 24, 2023, from 12:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Cosentino Showroom Atlanta.This event is a celebration of the incredible contributions of Black women to the field of Architecture. Join us for a delicious brunch, a panel discussion about using architecture towards entrepreneurship, and a sponsored raffle.

The panel discussion will feature three Black women architects who are using their skills and creativity to build businesses and make a difference in their communities. You’ll hear their stories, learn about their entrepreneurial journeys, and get inspired by their success.

In addition to the panel discussion, there will be plenty of time to network with other members of the architecture community and enjoy delicious food and drinks.

This event is reduced for NOMA members and the proceeds support the Desiree V. Cooper (DVC) Memorial Scholarship. To register, please click the link below.

September General Body Meeting
2023-09-28 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Kimball Office Showroom, 2282 Defoor Hills Rd NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30318
Join us for September’s General Body Meeting with guest presenter Kenny McMann from MarinoWARE.

Call for Nominations
2023-10-10 08:00 - 2023-10-24 17:00 UTC | Georgia
Nominations are open for the NOMAtlanta 2024 Executive Board and Board of Directors. Nominations will close on October 24th.

October General Body Meeting
2023-10-26 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Steelcase Atlanta Worklife Center, 1545 Peachtree Street, NE, Suite 280, Atlanta, Georgia, 30309, United States
Join us at our next General Body Meeting with featured speaker Jennifer Ball from Central Atlanta Progress. Thank you to our host Steelcase. Virtual meeting option via Zoom is available – please register to receive meeting link.

Belonging Panel Discussion and Social
2023-11-01 17:30 - 20:00 UTC | Lord Aeck Sargent, 1175 Peachtree Street, NE, Suite 2400, Atlanta, Georgia, 30361, United States
A Celebration of National Immigrants Day and Hispanic Heritage Month with panelists:Appetizers and drinks provided. Virtual Option is available via Zoom – please register to receive the link.

Nominations for NOMAtlanta 2023 MVP Award
2023-11-13 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Georgia
Introducing the First Annual NOMAtlanta MVP AwardWe invite you to nominate a fellow NOMAtlanta member who deserves recognition for going above and beyond in their impact in the NOMAtlanta community in 2023.Deadline for submissions, Tuesday, November 13, 2023.

NOMAtlanta Holiday Party - Eat, Drink and Be Merry
2023-12-04 18:30 - 21:30 UTC | Mannington Commercial Design Center, 934 Brady Ave NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30318, United States
Come celebrate with your NOMA Atlanta family, all members, supporters, and sponsors. We’re excited to celebrate the holidays in-person!

Join us for an evening of celebration and wonderment as NOMAtlanta once again hosts “All of the Bells” Holiday / Christmas Party. Come reconnect with us as we toast to our accomplishments, progress, and members. We can’t wait to see you there! This event is even bigger and better than last year. Dance the night away with our DJ.

Dress for a celebration. Great food and libations. One free drink at entry and cash bar.

**This year for our Winter Warmth Campaign we will be supporting HOPE ATLANTA by donating Blankets, Socks, Personal Items, Sanitary Napkins . Bring an item with you to the party and receive a free drink.Celebrate with NOMAtlanta:

Appreciation of 2023 Chapter Work

Victory Lap for All New Licensed Architects in 2023

Most Valuable Member Award

Recognition of Dedication and Membership for NOMAtlanta Members

Door Prizes

Outgoing and Incoming Executive BoardLive DJ | Food & Drinks

Parking Available on site in the Garage

Strategic Action Plan
2023-12-16 08:00 - 12:00 UTC | Georgia
Planning for the 2024 year

MLK Day of Service
2024-01-15 08:30 - 13:00 UTC | The Solarium, 319 W Hill Street, Decatur, Georgia, 30030, United States
Our chapter will be participating in Decatur’s MLK, Jr. Service Project this year to pay tribute to Dr. King’s legacy. Join members of NOMAtlanta, and our student NOMAS chapters from Georgia Tech and Kennesaw State to partner in a day of service.

Decatur’s MLK, Jr. Service Project is a community-building initiative that unites people from all walks of life in pursuit of the “Beloved Community” ideal. Its mission is to provide free home maintenance and repairs to senior citizen homeowners in Decatur during the MLK, Jr. holiday weekend. We will be volunteering for the project by doing yard work at one of the homes. Please come dressed for warmth and comfort and be ready to make a positive impact. Shift is scheduled from 9am – 1pm.

Follow the “Volunteer Registration” Link below to sign-up as part of our group. At the link, be sure to check that you are registering as “A Member of an Organization” – “Adult (18+)” – Group Name “NOMATL” – Shift “9am – 1pm”

Contact Karl Sinclair – CA@nomaatlanta.org for more info. Email to follow from the MLK Service Project with detailed instructions, shift and house assignments, and any other pertinent information.

January General Body Meeting
2024-01-25 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Kimball International Atlanta Showroom, 2282 Defoor Hills Road NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30318, United States
Join us for our first General Body Meeting for the year to learn more about the events and programs for 2024.

Monthly Business Meeting

Networking

Chapter Business

Program Directors Update

FREE

Project Pipeline Planning Committee Kick-Off Meeting
2024-01-30 17:00 - 18:30 UTC | Steelcase Atlanta Worklife Center, 1545 Peachtree Street, NE, Suite 280, Atlanta, Georgia, 30309, United States
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in our design community?

Do you enjoy organizing events and bringing people together for a great cause?

If so, we invite you to join the 2024 Project Pipeline Planning Committee! As a member of our committee, you’ll have the opportunity to help plan and execute camp logistics such as sponsorship, curriculum development, marketing, outreach, and more. Project Pipeline is a huge national initiative for the NOMA Atlanta Chapter that introduces middle to high school students to a talented group of architecture and design professionals over a 3-day summer camp. Your support is needed!

This event is a kick-off meeting for interested volunteers for the 2024 Project Pipeline Planning Committee. Light refreshments will be provided with a short presentation & Q&A session following.

Thanks to Steelcase Atlanta for hosting our committee in their Worklife Center Showroom. Street Parking is available on W. Peachtree St. NE, or Parking Garage Entrance located on the same street. From Parking Garage, exit to West Peachtree Street. Turn Right. Proceed down the sidewalk towards Peachtree Street to stairs on the right up to a patio. The main entrance is the 2nd set of double doors on the left at the top of the stairs. There is an elevator on W. Peachtree past the stairs on the right. Please ring doorbell at delivery entrance for elevator access.

Can’t make the event but want to still join? We still encourage you to fill out our committee sign-up form linked below!

Project Pipeline Planning Committee Sign-up Form:

Interested in volunteering for Project Pipeline but can’t join the planning committee?

Fill out our Camp Day Volunteer Interest Form and look out for more information coming soon!

In-person attendance is encouraged to best get to know our team, and this first meeting will be broadcasted virtually at this Zoom Link.

Meeting ID: 839 6488 8708

Passcode: [REDACTED]

GTech College of Design & NOMA Atlanta Lecture - "Pedagogy for a Beloved Commons: Pursuing the Promise of Architecture
2024-02-19 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | College of Design – Georgia Tech’s Reinsch-Pierce Auditorium, 245 4th St NW,, Atlanta, Georgia, 30332, United States
Join us in welcoming Dr. Sharon Sutton, FAIA for Wednesday’s lecture series at Georgia Tech’s Reinsch-Pierce Auditorium at 2pm. The lecture is co-sponsored by our NOMAtlanta Chapter and Georgia Tech’s School of Architecture @georgiatech.arch Reception and book signing to follow. Lecture is free and open to the public.

AIA National Leadership Summit 2024
2024-02-27 00:00 - 2024-03-01 23:59 UTC | Georgia

February General Body Meeting
2024-02-29 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Kimball International Atlanta Showroom, 2282 Defoor Hills Road NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30318, United States
Monthly Business Meeting

Featured Presenter – Stanley, Love-Stanley, P.C.

Chapter Business

Program Directors Update

Networking

AIA Georgia Day at the Capitol
2024-03-07 00:00 - 23:59 UTC | Georgia

Academic Affairs: KSU + GT NOMAS/AIAS Firm Tour + Mixer - March 26th
2024-03-26 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Gensler Atlanta, 999 Peachtree Street, NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, Georgia, 30309, United States
Join us Tuesday, March 26th, as we will be hosting a student and Emerging Professional Mixer.

NOMAtlanta & AIA Atlanta are excited to partner and host a mixer between the student chapters of both NOMAS & AIAS, at Georgia Tech and Kennesaw State, and Emerging Professional members of both NOMAtlanta and AIA Atlanta. The event will start with a quick presentation and office tour for the students and then transition into the mixer. Students to arrive at 5pm and Professionals to arrive at 5:30. Spots are limited, so make sure you reserve your ticket ASAP!

For more information contact NOMA Atlanta Academic Affairs at academicaffairs@nomaatlanta.org

March General Body Meeting
2024-03-28 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Mannington Commercial Design Center, 934 Brady Ave NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30318, United States
Join us for an empowering evening celebrating Women’s History Month! Our upcoming General Body Meeting will feature a diverse panel of industry trailblazers, with Cheryl McAfee, Erica Jean-Baptiste, and Audra L. Cunningham speaking to their experience as business leaders working to improve our local community. Don’t miss out on this inspiring conversation on learning how to Define Your Brand and Your Legacy! All are welcome.

Cheryl L. McAfee, FAIA, NOMA, LEED AP BD+C

Owner & CEO | Principal Architect | McAfee3 Architects

Cheryl is the Principal Architect for several major projects including the new 25,000 SF Library for South Fulton Georgia, the Atlanta Beltline Master Planning Study, and multiple design efforts with the City of Atlanta’s Water Treatment Plants and Fire Stations. From 2000 – 2013, she served as Principal Architect on a master planning and design joint venture for the $7 billion expansion of the Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport… the world’s most traveled airport and owner’s representative for the construction of the International Concourse and Terminal.

She was the Senior Program Manager of design and construction for all 33 sports venues of the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. In 2013, Cheryl was selected as “Woman of the Year” by the Atlanta Business League, a 2018 Atlanta Business Chronicle “Women Who Mean Business” honoree, a 2018 National Association of Minority Contractors (NAMC) Georgia Chapter Hard Hat Awards recipient, and the 2018 recipient of the Ivan Allen Sr. Trophy recipient for broad commitment to her profession’s community with a deep and lasting impact on her peers, AIA, and the built environment.

She is also the recent recipient of the 2019 NOMAtlanta Inspire Award for Service to the Profession. In 2017, Cheryl was a keynote speaker at the AIA National convention in Orlando, Florida and the 2017 commencement speaker at Kansas State University School of Architecture.

Erica Jean-Baptiste

Co-Founder / Managing Partner | Woman Gone Global Partners

Located here in Metro Atlanta, Georgia, WGGP Construction Services, LLC, and Virtual Administration Services(VAS) and T.W.I.S.T. (Training Women In Skilled Trades) divisions of WGGP, were co-founded as a solution to the insufficient women and minority owned industry businesses, the dwindling skilled-trades workforce and its’ lack of construction industry related administrative support services needed.

By incorporating a solution-driven collaborative approach, WGGP provides non-traditional career opportunities for women to enter all areas of the construction industry.

Erica is also CEO of Green Energy Space International, LLC and serves as Business Developer for Mokun Solar Technology, opening up opportunities in the green energy industry. She is also excited to be a part of Flip The Conversation, LLC, a non-profit that is changing the negative mindset of our K-12 students, allowing us to shatter those myths and break those barriers.

Audra L. Cunningham

Executive Vice President & Chief Administrative Officer | T. Dallas Smith & Company

Audra is a senior real estate executive who transitioned into tenant representation following a 23-year career in telecommunications including time with BellSouth and Earthlink. She performed in several senior management roles, including call center management, marketing, product management and national special projects.

Audra began her career as a tenant rep broker in Atlanta during the heart of the 2008 recession. She was recruited to join JLL in Washington DC in 2010 where she built a client base of law firms, non-profits, government contractors and corporations. Subsequently, Audra was recruited by CBRE and Newmark Knight Frank where she represented clients between Atlanta and Washington DC. Prior to joining TDS&Co, Audra worked with Physician’s Realty Trust (REIT), where she was responsible for leasing over three million square feet of medical office space throughout the Southeast.

As the firm’s first female senior executive, she is responsible for leading the expansion of the company’s national tenant representation brokerage division, talent development and recruitment while overseeing the firm’s administrative operations.

Coverings Tile and Stone Exhibit
2024-04-22 08:00 - 2024-04-25 17:00 UTC | Georgia World Congress Center, 285 Andrew Young International Boulevard NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30313, United States
North America’s largest tile and stone exhibition, Coverings, is coming to the Georgia World Congress Center, April 22-25. Coverings features more than 1,000 exhibitors from 40 countries showcasing the latest tile and stone trends, textures and technologies that will leave you floored. Plus, Coverings’ robust educational opportunities will provide valuable insights and inspiration.

NOMAtlanta members can register for free with promo code NOMA to receive free parking and happy hour drink tickets!

Happy Hour will take place in the breathtaking Outdoor Oasis located in Hall C, Booth 7006,from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 22 – A&D Day and Earth Day!

Learn More

Register Here!
