Architects in Action

American Institute of Architects is the voice of the architectural profession and the resource for its members in service to society. AIA Nebraska is the voice of the architecture profession dedicated to serving its members; advancing their value; and improving the quality of the built environment.

The Government Affairs Committee is responsible for reviewing legislation of interest, taking positions, developing relationships with Senators, assisting with bi-annual educational event and also selecting the AIA NE Senator of the Year award.

Members:

Chair & Board Liason: Patrick Leahy, AIA | Emergent Architecture | Contact

Vice Chair: Ed Vidlak, AIA | BVH

AIA Exec. Director: Sara Kay, Hon. AIA

Lowell Berg, AIA | Clark & Enersen

Jim Brisnehan, AIA | CMBA Architects

Richard Burton, AIA | City of Lincoln

Megan Hayward, AIA | Trails West Architecture

Dave Johnson, AIA | Shive-Hattery

Jeff Monzu, AIA | LEO A DALY

Richard Onken, AIA | Alesia Architecture

Jonathan Oswald, AIA | HDR

Melinda Pearson, FAIA Member Emeritus

Matthew Stoffel, AIA | Alley Poyner Macchietto Architecture

Greg Smith, AIA | Davis Design

Corey Thiele, Assoc. AIA | RDG

Chris Turner, AIA | RDG

*Updated 2/26/24