Recognizing the urgent need to mentor the next generation of architects with more intentionality, my guest today, Christian Joosse has seized the initiative.  Inspired at a young age to become an architect, Christian is now inspiring others through her new book Letters to Ms. 1000 - Words of Wisdom from African American Women Architects.

What does it take for an architect to start their own practice and balance the demands of running a business and designing projects?  My guest today is Stephen Wilder, founder of Think Wilder Architecture.  Stephen shares his story about launching his own firm and how his architectural skills of creative thinking and problem solving translate to managing a successful practice.

The NOMA NW Call To Action - An aspirational framework to support a more diverse architecture, engineering, and construction Industry.  Propelled by the tragic murder of George Floyd in 2020, my guest today, Michael Bryant joined forces with NOMA NW, AIA Seattle, Planning in Color, local firms, and individuals to create this industry-transforming framework.  

Imagine a transformative program for architects, engineers, and construction professionals that focuses on personal growth, increased awareness of self and others, strengthened community, and improved skills in management and leadership.  This is not a dream, this is LeaderFlow.  My guest today, Janiece Williams, tells us about her architectural journey which led to her role as co-founder and Executive Director at LeaderFlow and we learn about the impact of this groundbreaking program. 

Unfettered by the traditional constraints of architecture, the intersection where augmented reality meets architecture is limited only by our imagination.  Bolstered by her passion for art, architecture, and technology, Bea Badipe is blazing the trail to bridge the digital world with the physical, creating a new reality for the architecture profession.

A multi-faceted profession, the process of becoming an architect develops skills that are valuable in many job positions outside the traditional role of working in an architectural firm.  In this episode we hear the story of Clenel Williams III who courageously made the pivot to explore architecture beyond the confines of traditional practice.

Inspired by the impact that architects can have on the lives of individuals and communities, Ms. Nke Adwowa Opoku traveled the globe in pursuit of her architectural degree.  Along her journey,  her innate leadership emerges, guiding the way for her peers and for the next generation of architects.

Fostering confident, community-oriented youth through the power of carpentry and craft.  This is the mission of the Seattle-based organization Sawhorse Revolution.  In this episode we talk to Crystal Day, Board Member with Sawhorse Revolution.  Crystal shares her passion for design and construction and talks about the importance of nourishing future architects, craftspeople, and builders.

How does an emerging architect navigate the Architect Registration Exam while balancing a full-time job, and a healthy personal life.  According to the National Council of Architecture Registration Boards, pass rates for the exam range from 50% to 67% across the 6 exams - it is not an easy process.  My guest today, Ms. Alyssa Mitchell has successfully chartered her path to licensure while navigating the challenges and triumphs along the way.

From Brooklyn to Miami and back again, my guest today shares her story of discovery – from examining the essence of place, to finding her direction within the architecture profession.  Armed with a creative mind and entrepreneurial spirit, Ms. Talisha Sainvil turns every setback into an opportunity and charts a path of success for herself and others.