Diversity Equity Inclusion. Leading Teams

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1 Please review and submit applications in full. Keep a copy of pages 1-2 for reference. SUMMARY AIA Austin is launching the AIA Austin Leadership Collective - a new program to support the growth of all AIA Austin members. Program content will build on the successes of similar leadership programs at other AIA chapters and will aim to complement existing AIA offerings in Texas. Monthly sessions will provide professional development training on a broad range of communications and leadership topics and will vary in delivery to promote both sharing of expert knowledge and opportunities for deliberate practice. Joint sessions open to allied member groups in engineering and construction will foster interaction across professions to strengthen participants networks and learned skills. MISSION The mission of our program is to support visionary, diverse leadership for a more sustainable, equitable future in our profession. We aim to catalyze change by cultivating emerging professionals with the necessary support and guidance as the next generation of leaders to achieve successes in their professional careers, pioneer new endeavors, and grow community partnerships. AUDIENCE The intended audience of the program will be all AIA emerging professionals, with a preference given to those who have worked 3 to 7 years in the field. The class of 20 participants will be selected in order to achieve as diverse of a group as possible in the knowledge and insight they bring to the table. AMBASSADOR MODEL Participants will be expected to serve as ambassadors, immediately applying and growing their leadership skills by leading their own training sessions for a group of 4-5 peers. The ambassador model not only strengthens skills learned through practice but also amplifies the program s impact by extending the knowledge to a wider audience to extend the long-term benefits to the entire professional community. LEADING SELF / LEADING OTHERS / LEADING THROUGH SYSTEMS LEADING SELF LEADING OTHERS LEADING SYSTEMS Self Awareness Relationship Building Communication Negotiation Influencing Diversity Equity Inclusion Leading Teams Create and Lead Change Create and Lead Change Reflection Feedback Next Steps The progression of the program will expand in scale through the principal topics of Leading Self, Leading Others, and Leading through Systems. Each session will be at least half active learning and target the development of one immediately executable skill. This model aims to equip participants with the skills and networks needed to encourage larger systemic impact in the professional community. AIA Austin Leadership Collective Application 1

2 LEADING SELF / LEADING OTHERS / LEADING THROUGH SYSTEMS (continued) Leading Self Sessions will guide participants through self-assessment exercises to set preliminary benchmark metrics and identity leadership goals as well as teach the skill of effective feedback and communication. By setting these topics early, the program aims to encourage ongoing, effective feedback both among participants and with regard to the program content and delivery. Leading Others Sessions will focus on participants interactions with others including topics covering Negotiation, Networking, Team Building, and Effective Communication. Some of these sessions will be held jointly with allied organizations including engineers, contractors, and other designers. Leading through Systems Sessions will focus on building systems to create greater change and include topics such as Implicit Bias as well as Equity, Diversity & Inclusion. These will include keynote speakers sessions that will be open to the community. Participants will work in guided breakout discussion sessions to focus on skills and encourage discussion. TIME COMMITMENT The program consists of (1) retreat January 26th/27th (Friday evening + half day Saturday) (7) half day seminars to be held (February October) Participants will be required to hold (7) Ambassador Sessions. These should occur between program seminars. As an Ambassador, participants will share the information with other interested professionals in their own firm or professional network. Each participant is allowed (1) excused absence (excluding initial retreat). Upon second absence, participants will withdraw from the program. TUITION AND FUNDING Tuition is $500 per participant and covers luncheons, administrative fees and other meeting expenses. Half scholarships are available to (4) four participants from small firms (5 or fewer) or who are sole proprietors. PROGRAM SCHEDULE Sep Open call for Program Applications Jan 26th/27th First Session of Program Oct Application Deadline Feb - Jun First Half of Monthly Sessions Oct - Nov Committee Application Review Aug - Oct Second Half of Monthly Sessions Nov 15th Participants Notified of Acceptance Oct Final Reflection Session of Program Committee selection of participants PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS qualify for the program an applicant must be: Employed full time by an architectural firm in the Austin Area (5 participants from Allied Professions will be admitted each year) On a path to licensure or have recently become licensed (See above) In good standing with the American Institute of Architects and all other professional organizations Able to commit the time and effort necessary as outlined in this document AIA Austin Leadership Collective Application 2

3 Applications must be neatly typed. Do not use additional pages or attach resumes or other documents. At least (1) one, but no more than (3) three completed reference forms are required along with this application. Completed application and reference form(s) are due by 5:00 pm on Monday October 16th. Please your application in PDF format to Erika Thompson at The application committee will review and determine acceptance to the program. Upon acceptance, an invoice for Program Fees will be ed to applicant from AIA Austin for payment by applicant or applicant s firm. There is a $25 application fee that may be paid by mailing a check to AIA Austin, 801 W 12th Street, Austin, Texas 78701, or by paying with credit card by calling AIA Austin at , or by going online to aiaaustin.org and visiting the Leadership Collective webpage. If you have additional questions about the program, please contact Erika Thompson at Erika@aiaaustin.org GENERAL INFORMATION Name (First/Middle Initial/Last) Address Home Address Address Line 2 City/State Zip Code Preferred phone number Indicate if this is a home/office or cell # CURRENT EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION Present Employer Name Business Address Address Line 2 City/State Zip Code Type of Business Number of Employees Date Employment Began Present Job Title Number of Days your work requires you to travel outside of Austin per month Are you licensed? Are you pursuing the exam? Number of Exams Passed AIA Austin Leadership Collective Application 3

4 PAST EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION Please list previous employers in reverse chronological order Employer (company name + location) Job Title Employment Dates: Responsibilities Employer (company name + location) Job Title Employment Dates: Responsibilities Employer (company name + location) Job Title Employment Dates: Responsibilities EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND School/University Major Degree Dates: From School/University Major Degree Dates: From Name of Applicant AIA Austin Leadership Collective Application 4

5 PROFESSIONAL & OCCUPATIONAL ACTIVITIES Please list in order of importance to you the top three architectural, community, civic, professional, business, religious, social, athletic, or other organizations of which you are, or have been a member. Organization Dates of Participation Role / Responsibility Organization Dates of Participation Role / Responsibility Organization Dates of Participation Role / Responsibility HONORS AND AWARDS Please list any significant honors, awards, or prizes you have received for professional, academic, or civic achievements. Name of Applicant AIA Austin Leadership Collective Application 5

6 VIEWS AND OPINIONS Please answer in the space provided. No attachments please 1. What do you think are the three most significant issues and opportunities facing emerging leaders in Austin today? Describe what action(s) you believe should be taken and how you as an individual can influence the solution to the problem. 2. The mission of the Leadership Collective is to support visionary, diverse leadership for a more sustainable, equitable future in our profession. How do you feel your experiences and participation in the program will help further this mission? 3. Watch Simon Sinek s TED Talk on How Great Leaders Inspire Action. What is your Why? Why is the purpose, cause or belief that inspires you to do what you do. Name of Applicant AIA Austin Leadership Collective Application 6

7 4. What do you hope to gain from participating in the AIA Austin Leadership Collective? (List and explain) APPLICANT/EMPLOYER AGREEMENT I fully understand the attendance and tuition requirements for the Leadership Collective program and agree to fulfill those requirements if selected. I am a current member in good standing with the American Institute of Architects and will continue to be a member in good standing for the duration of the program. Applicant s Signature Date I authorize and encourage the above applicant to participate in AIA Austin s Leadership Collective Program and fully understand the attendance and tuition requirements outlined above. Signature of Current Employer s Principal Date Printed Name and Title of Principal LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION Two letters of recommendation are required and should describe why the applicant has potential as a leader in the architectural profession in Austin and how his/her leadership could benefit the community. One letter should originate from a firm principal and the additional letter should originate from another organization or business. Please send in letters of recommendation as attachments with your application. Please list reference information below. FIRST LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION Firm Principal Reference Name of Employer SECOND LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION Reference Name Name of Organization or Business SUBMIT COMPLETED APPLICATION AND LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION BY MONDAY OCTOBER 16TH Please send application and letters of recommendation to Erika@aiaaustin.org. Applications will be reviewed and each applicant will be notified of the selection results by November 15th. Name of Applicant AIA Austin Leadership Collective Application 7