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2026 PCI Chair Cheryl Lang receives the ceremonial gavel from outgoing 2025 PCI Chair Carlos Cerna.

PCI Honors Members, Installs New Leader at Convention

Cheryl Lang, president and CEO of Tindall Corporation, was installed as the new PCI board chair and members attended a variety of special events, all while keeping busy at their committee meetings.

March 25, 2026

The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) held a successful and busy 2026 PCI Convention February 3-6 in Kansas City, Mo.

Mike Schnaare Promoted to CEO/President of Lawrence Group

Founder/CEO Steve Smith Transitioning to Executive Chairman Role

March 24, 2026

Lawrence Group announced the promotion of President Mike Schnaare, AIA, NCARB, to President and Chief Executive Officer. Co-Founder and current CEO Steve Smith, FAIA, will transition to the role of Executive Chairman.

AIA Grants Honorary Membership to Michele A. Russo

Honorary AIA Membership is conferred upon individuals who have made notable contributions to the advancement of the architecture profession but are not otherwise eligible for AIA membership

March 24, 2026

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is granting Honorary AIA Membership Michele A. Russo, LEED AP, Vice President, Research at AIA national for her exemplary service to the architecture profession.

Scott Carpenter, Outgoing President (left), and Brian Chamberlain, Incoming President (right), share a laugh while dressed up for a 1920s Mafia Murder Mystery Dinner at SPRI's 44th Annual Conference in February

SPRI Welcomes New President, Brian Chamberlain

Single-Ply Roofing Industry announced Brian Chamberlain as its President for the 2026–2027 term.

March 24, 2026

Join SPRI in welcoming Brian Chamberlain as its 2026–2027 President and in thanking Scott Carpenter for his impactful leadership and service.

women leaders from USGBC California Collage

Q&A with USGBC California Leaders for National Women's Month 2026

We hear from three women leaders at USGBC California and why they and women generally are the movers and shakers

March 23, 2026

Hear from three women leaders at USGBC California and why they and women generally are the movers and shakers.

IIBEC Announces 2026–2027 Board of Directors

IIBEC President Chris Dawkins, PE, passed the president’s gavel to new IIBEC President Jennifer Hogan, REWC, CBECxP, RRO, LEED AP, Certified Passive House Consultant

March 20, 2026

The International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) on March 15, 2026, announced the results of its recent board and officer elections.

Arcadis Welcomes Srdj Jovicic as Principal and Global Lead for Healthcare Strategy

Jovicic is a design-led strategist and seasoned practice leader shaping forward-thinking healthcare environments across complex global projects

March 20, 2026

Arcadis has appointed Srdj Jovicic as Principal and Global Lead for Healthcare Advisory.

International Women’s Day in Design

Female Architect Designs a Speakeasy

Noelani Brannon

Lindsay Lewis

March 16, 2026

Blending bold aesthetics with real-world problem solving, Noelani Brannon shares how creativity, collaboration, and mentoring the next generation keep her career—and the industry—moving forward.

International Women’s Day in Design

From DIY Kid to Design-Build Leader

Sabeel Yosef

Lindsay Lewis

March 16, 2026

Inspired by early hands-on experiences and shaped by engineering, construction, and interior design, Sabeel Yosef’s representative bridges creativity and execution—delivering people-centered spaces while advocating for women navigating work and leadership.

International Women’s Day in Design

Where Engineering Meets Storytelling

Liz Snyder

Lindsay Lewis

March 16, 2026

After careers in photography, design, and business ownership, Liz Snyder now turns complex performance data into meaningful narratives—helping architects see the human side of technical innovation.