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Our Mission

AIA Grand Rapids unites and amplifies the voices of the architectural profession to empower and inspire our members and communities.

Easily access resources, connect with peers, and contribute to the local design landscape. Join our thriving community in Grand Rapids!

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Serving on an AIA Grand Rapids Committee is a great opportunity to get involved and make an impact at the local chapter level.

Our Leadership

2024 Board of Directors & Staff

Meet the dedicated professionals who serve you and advocate on your behalf.

Tod Stevens, AIAGR President 2024
Tod Stevens

President

Anne Doornbos, AIAGR 2024 Vice President and Incumbent President
Anne Doornbos

Vice President

Michael Belisle AIA Grand Rapids Treasurer
Michael Belisle

Treasurer

Ben Franceschi, Secretary
Ben Franceschi

Secretary

Steven Romkema, Past AIA Grand Rapids President
Steven Romkema

Past President

Eric Biller, AIA Grand Rapids 2024 Michigan Director
Eric Biller

AIA Michigan Director

Marie Arrington, Assoc. AIA, NOMA — C2AE AIA Grand Rapids Chapter Director
Marie Arrington

Chapter Director

Sarah Carter, Assoc. AIA AIA Grand Rapids Chapter Director
Sarah Carter

Chapter Director

Sean Costello, Chapter Director
Sean Costello

Chapter Director

Joe Harmon, AIA — Fishbeck AIA Grand Rapids Chapter Director
Joe Harmon

Chapter Director

Matthew VanSweden, Allied AIAGR, LFA, WELL AP, LEED AP BD+C — Progressive Companies AIA Grand Rapids Chapter Director
Matthew VanSweden

Chapter Director

Jenny Waugh, Allied AIAGR — Grand Rapids Chamber AIA Grand Rapids Chapter Director
Jenny Waugh

Chapter Director

Pamela Danckaert

Executive Director

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