On today's episode of Architectette we chat with four recipients of the AIA|DC Emerging Architect Award.

Alison Pavilonis (2020 Recipient) is a Project Architect at Gensler and President Elect of the AIA DC chapter for 2024.

Saakshi Terway (2022 Recipient) is a Project Designer at Quinn Evans and is Secretary of Immigrant Architects Coalition Non-Profit.

Mika Naraynsingh (2023 Recipient) is a Project Architect at Perkins&Will and a co-chair of the Equity Committee by WIELD.

Caitlin Brady (2023 Recipient) is a Project Architect and Associate at Ayers Saint Gross and will moderate the conversation as host of Architectette.

We talk about:

• Choosing their educational paths in architecture and how that led them to live and work in the DC area.

• What encouraged them to get involved in the profession outside of their day jobs and the numerous benefits that stemmed from creating community around their passions.

• How applying for the Emerging Architect Award helped them to define their stories, identify their strengths, and build a platform from which they can continue their advocacy.

• Finally, we end with tips for others who want to level up their career with award recognition- what to add on your resume, who to ask for recommendation letters, and how to format your application.

Links: Alison's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-pavilonis-aia-a3362935/

Gensler: ⁠https://www.gensler.com/⁠

Saakshi LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/saakshiterway/⁠

Saakshi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saakshi_terway/

Saakshi Website: ⁠https://www.saakshiterway.design/⁠

Quinn Evans Website: ⁠https://www.quinnevans.com/⁠

Quinn Evans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quinnevans.qe/

Mika's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mika-naraynsingh/

Perkins & Will: https://perkinswill.com/studio/washington-dc/

Equity Committee by WIELD: https://www.aiadc.com/committee/equity-committee-wield

AIA DC: https://www.aiadc.com/

AIA|DC Emerging Architect Award: https://www.aiadc.com/AwardsForGreatPeople#Emerging%20Architect

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