Three new leaders were elected at AIA's Conference on Architecture 2017 in Orlando. Emily Grandstaff-Rice FAIA, senior associate at Arrowstreet, was elected Director At-Large as one of the three new leaders. Emily recently chaired the AIA National Equity in Architecture Commission that provided recommendations for expanding and strengthening the AIA’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the profession of architecture. As the 2014 President of the BSA she was instrumental in advancing the work of the BSA and the profession through public initiatives, focus on the future business practices of architecture, and impact on the communities where we live.

Read Emily's profile for more information about the 2018–2020 director at-large.