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Committees & Knowledge Communities

Our committees are at the heart of AIA Long Beach / South Bay — they are the driving force behind advancing our strategic priorities and bringing our programs, advocacy, and community engagement to life.

Committee on the Environment (COTE)

Sustainability and energy-code programming for the profession, including the ongoing COTE Presents series.

Coastal CRAN

The Coastal Custom Residential Architects Network — a knowledge community for custom residential practice on the coast.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)

Working to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion across the profession and our communities.

Advocacy

The chapter’s voice on policy and the built environment in Long Beach and the South Bay.

Emerging Professionals

Support for members on the path to licensure — from study resources to ARE scholarships.

Board of Directors

The chapter’s elected leadership. Meet the current board and see past rosters.

Committee on the Environment (COTE)

AIA COTE LBSB supports member communities in achieving a resilient net zero future by promoting equitable and sustainable building practices, advocating for environmental and energy related policy, and raising public awareness around issues of climate change.

Coastal CRAN

The Custom Residential Architects Network (CRAN®) Knowledge Community develops knowledge and information to benefit architects who are engaged in, or interested in learning more about, custom residential practice. Coastal CRAN is focused on the unique aspects of our Southern California coastal cities.

Advocacy

The AIA Long Beach/South Bay Advocacy Committee supports issues affecting the design profession and the built environment within our local communities. We promote sound policy and positive change through the power of good design.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (EDI)

The AIA Long Beach/South Bay chapter serves one of the most ethnically and culturally diverse regions of the country. We are committed to representing that diversity within our membership, promoting equity in the communities we practice in, and celebrating the diverse voices of our members.

Emerging Professionals

Emerging Professionals are generally considered to be associate members aspiring towards licensure and those who have been licensed for 10 years or less. The committee is the chapter’s home for licensure-path resources, study support, and scholarships.

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There’s a place for you here

Whether you’re looking to connect, lead, or contribute your ideas — join a committee or simply show up to an event. Reach our Executive Director, Desiree Gemigniani, at 562-989-1399 or des@aialb-sb.org, or share your areas of interest through the Member Interest Form.