named programs · 1 · from sources
What they call their work
Education Design Summit
A webinar series exploring best practices in K–12 school design, covering topics such as safety, sustainability, flexibility, and community engagement. The 2026 series included eight episodes with 24 speakers and targeted architects, educators, and facilities leaders.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Construction Industry Professional Development & Networking 2 activities
- Facilitates industry networking and public-sector engagement through eventsOperates a Government Hub and runs an expanded Ambassador Programme focused on diversity, sustainability, and key construction sectors at the New York Build event. Connects suppliers with public-sector entities and promotes inclusion in the construction industry.
- Hosts educational and professional development events for the architecture and construction sectorsOrganizes large-scale conferences, summits, and workshops such as the Education Design Summit and the AIA Tri-State Conference, featuring peer-reviewed sessions, keynote speakers, and accredited training. Offers AIA CES-accredited workshops and facilitates exhibitions and networking for professionals in architecture and construction.
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Professional Excellence Awards Programs 1 activity
- Administers design awards and recognition programs for architectsOrganizes the annual Design Awards program to honor exceptional architectural projects by architects practicing in New York State, including a jury-reviewed selection process. Also hosts the Honor Awards Ceremony to recognize individuals and organizations for leadership, service, and contributions to architecture and society.
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Industry Advocacy and Regulatory Engagement 1 activity
- Advocates for the architectural profession and public policy on design and resilient communitiesRepresents the interests of architects across New York State, advocating for the profession and promoting the role of design in public life, including policies supporting resilient communities. Sets strategic direction and oversees initiatives that advance member interests.
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Professional Development & Advocacy for Designers 1 activity
- Offers professional membership and capacity-building programs for architectsProvides membership services and professional development opportunities to architects and design professionals, including training workshops and mentorship initiatives. Partners with educational institutions to deliver high school architecture studios and multi-month mentorship programs.
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Architecture and Design Public Education Programs 1 activity
- Organizes architectural tours and public engagement programsConducts architectural tours of regional significance and public exhibitions of design award submissions to showcase local work. Offers family workshops using LEGO bricks, virtual read-alouds for K-12 students, and building site tours to educate the public on architectural design concepts.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Provides certification training for building damage assessmentOffers a training workshop for architects, engineers, and inspectors to conduct rapid structural assessments after disasters such as earthquakes and floods, culminating in a nationally recognized building evaluator certification from the state of California.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.65M
Contributions & grants$1K0%
Program service revenue$1.44M87%
Investment income$177K11%
Other revenue$30K
expenses
Total expenses$1.27M
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$698K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.19M
Cash$2.52M
Investments$2.30M
Liabilities$731K
Net assets$4.46M
Liquid reserves45.5 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +9.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| GEORGI ANN BAILEY | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 35 | $142K |
board members · 23
- ANDREA LAMBERTI — DIRECTOR
- ANDREW HARDING — PRESIDENT ELECT
- ANDREW SCHUSTER — DIRECTOR
- CASEY CROSSLEY — DIRECTOR
- CHARLES WOODCOCK — DIRECTOR
- GIUSEPPE ANZALONE — VICE PRESIDENT
- GUSTAVO LIMA — DIRECTOR
- JACOB RIVALSI — TREASURER
- JAY WOODCOCK — DIRECTOR
- JEFFREY PAWLOWSKI — VICE PRESIDENT
- JULIAN J MISIURSKI — DIRECTOR
- KRITIKA DHANDA — DIRECTOR
- MARILU TIBANA — DIRECTOR
- NELL TARANTO — DIRECTOR
- NICHOLAS DUCH — DIRECTOR
- PAUL MCDONNELL — IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
- RICHARD KRUTER — DIRECTOR
- RICHARD STOTT — DIRECTOR
- RYAN ROSENBERG — DIRECTOR
- SETH WILEY — DIRECTOR
- TONJA ADAIR — VICE PRESIDENT
- VICTOR HAN — SECRETARY
- WILLY ZAMBRANO — PRESIDENT
relationships · 22
Who they work with
- 2440 Design Studio Partner — Corey Aldrich, Owner and Founder of 2440 Design Studio, served on the 2025 Design Awards jury.
- ACE Mentor Program of Upstate New York Partner — Partners with AIA Eastern New York to promote awareness of architecture careers through joint participation in outreach events.
- ACE! Upstate Alliance for the Creative Economy Partner — Corey Aldrich, Executive Director of ACE! Upstate Alliance for the Creative Economy, served on the 2025 Design Awards jury.
- AIA New York State Inc Network — EPIC Metals is listed as a sponsor of AIA New York State Inc.
- American Institute of Architects Network — State chapter of the national American Institute of Architects organization.
- American Institute of Steel Construction Partner — Sponsor of the tour bus for the 2026 AIA Tri-State Conference.
- COOKFOX Architects Partner — Recognized with the 2025 Firm Award for leadership in sustainable, regenerative, and socially responsible design.
- Cal OES Partner — Collaborates with Cal OES to deliver the Safety Assessment Program training and certification.
- City & State New York Coalition — Recognized as a top trade association by City & State New York in 2025.
- City University of NY College of Technology Partner — Collaborates with AIA Brooklyn Chapter to host high school architecture studio workshops and launch a mentorship program.
- Clark Nexsen – A JMT Company Partner — Dennis Stallings, FAIA, Design Director/Principal at Clark Nexsen – A JMT Company, served on the 2025 Design Awards jury.
- Custom Construction Services Partner — Partner organization providing commercial and residential building services.
- Eco Windows USA Partner — Partner organization providing high-performance window, door, and facade solutions.
- KG+D Architects Partner — Healthy Schools Sponsor of the AIA New York State Education Design Summit
- King + King Architects Partner — Community Impact Sponsor of the AIA New York State Education Design Summit
- Lawrence Technological University Partner — Jury Chair Karl Daubmann, FAIA, affiliated with Lawrence Technological University, led the 2025 Design Awards jury.
- Nassau BOCES Partner — Partner organization contributing leadership in facilities services, security, and operations to the Education Design Summit
- New York City College of Technology Partner — Recognized through the Educator Award recipient Sanjive Vaidya, RA, Chair of the Department of Architecture.
- OHM International Partner — Sponsor of the tour bus for the 2026 AIA Tri-State Conference.
- Syracuse University Partner — Recognized through the Student Award recipient Catherine Carlisle, a student at Syracuse University who revitalized her AIAS chapter.
- The Bourne Group Partner — Stacy A. Bourne, FAIA, Principal Architect of The Bourne Group, served on the 2025 Design Awards jury.
- installerSHOW Partner — Co-locates the New York Build event with installerSHOW to jointly serve the construction and building services industries.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Design Excellence as a Catalyst for Public Engagement and Inspirationmethodology: design-excellence_outreachBy recognizing and promoting architectural excellence through awards and outreach, the organization inspires future professionals and strengthens public appreciation for architecture’s role in improving communities, because visible recognition elevates the perceived value of design in society.
- Integrated Industry Convening to Accelerate Innovation and Collaborationmethodology: integrated-industry-conveningBy bringing together diverse stakeholders from the architecture, engineering, and construction sectors in shared forums, the organization fosters knowledge exchange and collaboration, because cross-sector integration accelerates innovation and strengthens professional ecosystems.
- Mentorship through Practitioner Engagement to Inspire Future Generationsmethodology: mentorship-through-practitioner-engagementBy engaging practicing architects in educational outreach, the organization transfers professional knowledge and sparks youth interest in architecture careers, because direct exposure to real-world practice increases relatability and career aspirational behavior.
- Participatory, Community-Centered Design for Inclusive Environmentsmethodology: community-centered planningBy integrating community values and educational goals into spatial planning through participatory processes, the organization produces healthy and inclusive learning environments, because involving stakeholders directly in design leads to more responsive, equitable, and sustainable outcomes.
- Professional Advocacy and Collective Impact through Shared Valuesmethodology: professional-advocacy-and-member-supportBy uniting architects around shared values in design excellence and ethical practice, AIA New York advances the profession and drives collective impact on societal challenges such as community resilience and public engagement, because professional cohesion strengthens advocacy and public trust.