"FOR THE LOVE OF IT" - THE PHILANOMA 25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
This year PhilaNOMA, the Philadelphia chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects, is proud to celebrate our 25th year of championing diversity in architecture within Philadelphia. Thanks to our dedicated members and supportive partners and collaborators over the last three decades we have mentored emerging design professionals, supported small and mid-sized businesses, exposed youth to the architectural profession, and advocated for diversity in the field.
PhilaNOMA is presenting “For the Love of It” to commemorate this milestone in our history and set the tone for our continued success in the future. This anniversary celebration will honor esteemed members and their impact on the Philadelphia design community and highlight important moments and events in the chapter’s history. All proceeds will go to the PhilaNOMA 25 Fund; which will be used to support the continued growth of the organizations programming. With your continued support PhilaNOMA will be able to continue and increase programming for Project Pipeline, ARE Boot Camp, continuing education sessions for licensed professionals, Annual Firm Crawl, offer portfolio reviews for local students, connect minority professionals to employment opportunities in the region, and PhilaNOMA’s annual community service project.
We celebrate 25 years of consistent and impactful successes:
- Exposed over 700 kids to careers in architecture through our Project Pipeline camps and workshops.
- Two time honoree of NOMA Chapter of the Year
- Designed the Philadelphia Association of Community Development Corporation’s (PACDC) Blue Ribbon winning Logan Parklet
- Started the Julian Francis Abele Scholarship for Philadelphia high schoolers
- Provided a much needed hand to over ten local nonprofits like the Kroc Center, ACE Mentor, and the Philadelphia Housing Authority through our MLK Day of Service projects
- Completed two Community Design Collaborative Projects as Volunteer Team
- Conducted Site Visits of Minority Designed and Constructed Projects
- Presented illustrious speakers like Phil Freelon, Kenny Gamble, and Francis Kere
- Hosted the 2014 NOMA Convention & Expo
- Honored Emmanuel Kelly, FAIA at the Inaugural “For the Love of It”
- Planned Firm Crawls for NOMAS and Emerging Professions that included local MBE firms
We are committed to creating more memories and milestones with you. Into our next year and beyond we look forward to 25 more years! Thank you for being a part of our PhilaNOMA family.
With Gratitude,
Tya Winn, NOMA, SEED, LEED Green Assoc.
PhilaNOMA President
CELEBRATION PROGRAM
The anniversary celebration will be a reception with program commemorating PhilaNOMA’s 25 years of fellowship and service to Philadelphia and surrounding suburban counties.
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6:00- 7:00PM Networking Reception Refreshments– heavy hors d'oeuvres and drinks 7:00- 8:30 PM - Anniversary Celebration
Program Highlights:
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HONORED GUESTS
"FOR THE LOVE IT" AWARD HONOREE : MICHAEL JOHNS, AIA, NOMA, LEED AP
Courtesy of Michael Jones, AIA, NOMA, LEED AP
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Michael Johns, a licensed architect and native of Philadelphia, established his firm Mdesigns + MWJ Consulting LLC in 2007 as a Philadelphia based Architecture, Planning and Development consulting firm specializing in assisting Public and Private sector clients in residential, retail and commercial development related activities.
Simultaneously while running his own practice, Mr. Johns provided over 25 years of service to the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA), until September of 2017. During his tenure at the Philadelphia Housing Authority, he was successful in various executive leadership roles including Senior Executive Vice President, overseeing PHA’s Capital Projects, Development and Design Initiatives, Chief Operating Officer, Executive General Manager for Operations and General Manager of Community Development and Design. Mr. Johns was responsible for the master planning, design and development of over $2 Billion in new and renovated multifamily housing including recreational, commercial and office facilities. Mr. Johns is a graduate of Temple University and is a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)-accredited professional. He served as a Commissioner on Philadelphia’s City Zoning Code reform Commission where he helped rewrite and modernize the antiquated code. He was an inaugural member and currently still sits on Philadelphia’s Civic Design Review Committee. Mr. Johns is also on the advisory board of Philadelphia’s Local Initiative Support Corporation (LISC), member of the council for the Community Design Collaborative and member of the Urban Land Institute where he sits on the subcommittee on affordable housing. Mr. Johns was also a founding member and a past president of the Philadelphia chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA). He is a registered member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Pennsylvania Society of Architects; and member of the former committee on Inclusionary Zoning for Philadelphia; and former Board of Director for the Delaware Valley Green Building Council (DVCBC); and member of the Building Code Institute. |
PHILANOMA PAST CHAPTER PRESIDENTS & founding members
This list constitutes the names of Founders, and Past Chapter President of Philadelphia Chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects.
1993 - TERRY CROCKETT - (DECEASED)
1994 - MAURICE WALDEN
1996 - MICHAEL JOHNS
1998 - LYNN CARUTH
2000 - STEVE CROMITY
2002 - JOEL AVERY
2004 - MICHAEL SPAIN
2009 - MARGUERITE ANGLIN
2014 - MARTIN DROZ
2015 - TYA WINN
DIANNA CASEY - FOUNDING MEMBER
ALMA PLUMMER MARSHALL - FOUNDING MEMBER
MERRIE WINSTON - FOUNDING MEMBER
AUDREY WALDEN - FOUNDING MEMBER
WINROW HENDERSON - FOUNDING MEMBER
ROBERT SAXON - FOUNDING MEMBER
1994 - MAURICE WALDEN
1996 - MICHAEL JOHNS
1998 - LYNN CARUTH
2000 - STEVE CROMITY
2002 - JOEL AVERY
2004 - MICHAEL SPAIN
2009 - MARGUERITE ANGLIN
2014 - MARTIN DROZ
2015 - TYA WINN
DIANNA CASEY - FOUNDING MEMBER
ALMA PLUMMER MARSHALL - FOUNDING MEMBER
MERRIE WINSTON - FOUNDING MEMBER
AUDREY WALDEN - FOUNDING MEMBER
WINROW HENDERSON - FOUNDING MEMBER
ROBERT SAXON - FOUNDING MEMBER
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: JUSTIN GARRETT MOORe, AICP
Picture of Justin Garrett Moore. Source: American Planning Association
PhilaNOMA will proudly host Justin Garrett Moore as the Keynote Lecture at PhilaNOMA 25 "For The LOVE of It" Celebration.
Mr. Moore is an urban designer and the Executive Director of the Public Design Commission. He has extensive experience in urban design and city planning—from large-scale urban systems, policies, and projects to grassroots and community-focused planning, design, and arts initiatives. At the Public Design Commission his work is focused on prioritizing the quality and excellence of the public realm, and fostering accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the City’s public landscapes, buildings, spaces, and art. He is a member of the American Planning Association, the Urban Design Forum, Next City’s Vanguard, and is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation at Columbia University’s GSAPP.
To learn more about Mr. Moore and his career, read his recent career profile by the American Planning Association by clicking here.
Mr. Moore is an urban designer and the Executive Director of the Public Design Commission. He has extensive experience in urban design and city planning—from large-scale urban systems, policies, and projects to grassroots and community-focused planning, design, and arts initiatives. At the Public Design Commission his work is focused on prioritizing the quality and excellence of the public realm, and fostering accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the City’s public landscapes, buildings, spaces, and art. He is a member of the American Planning Association, the Urban Design Forum, Next City’s Vanguard, and is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation at Columbia University’s GSAPP.
To learn more about Mr. Moore and his career, read his recent career profile by the American Planning Association by clicking here.
PHILANOMA 25 FUND: SPONSORSHIP CATEGORIES
The Philadelphia Chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects would like to thank you for your interest in supporting "For THE LOVE OF IT" The Celebration of its 25th Anniversary.
PhilaNOMA welcomes your generosity and invites you to consult our Sponsorship Levels and Benefits below. Interested in sponsoring PhilaNOMA 25th Anniversary? Click below to access sponsorship packet.
PhilaNOMA welcomes your generosity and invites you to consult our Sponsorship Levels and Benefits below. Interested in sponsoring PhilaNOMA 25th Anniversary? Click below to access sponsorship packet.
PHILANOMA 25 - SPONSORS
PhilaNOMA would like to thank the following sponsors for supporting its 25th Anniversary Celebration!
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WANT TO CELEBRATE WITH uS? - GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY!!!
Friday November 2nd 2018
6 PM - 9PM
PSU at The Navy Yard, Building 661, 4960 S. 12th Street, Phila, PA 19112
EARLY REGISTRATION ENDS ON OCTOBER 7, 2018
PhilaNOMA is presenting “For the Love of It” to commemorate this milestone in our history and set the tone for our continued success in the future. This anniversary celebration will honor esteemed members and their impact on the Philadelphia design community and highlight important moments and events in the chapter’s history. All proceeds will go to the PhilaNOMA 25 Fund; which will be used to support the continued growth of the organizations programming. With your continued support PhilaNOMA will be able to continue and increase programming for Project Pipeline, ARE Boot Camp, continuing education sessions for licensed professionals, Annual Firm Crawl, offer portfolio reviews for local students, connect minority professionals to employment opportunities in the region, and PhilaNOMA’s annual community service project.
This evening event will honor our founders and past presidents, spotlight esteemed local architects, and showcase NOMAS student work.
For the Love of IT Award Honoree: Michael Johns, AIA, NOMA, LEED AP; Owner of M Designs, LLC. For his continued service to PhilaNOMA as a founding member and twenty three years as an architect at the Philadelphia Housing Authority.
WHERE: PSU at The Navy Yard, Building 661, 4960 S. 12th Street, Phila, PA 19112
WHEN: Friday November 2nd 2018 - 6 PM - 9PM
ENTRY FEES:
Early Bird – NOMA member: $30 - ends on 10/7/2018
Early Bird – general public: $40 - ends on 10/7/2018
Regular – NOMA member: $45
Regular – general public: $55
Student price (with ID): $25
On Site ticket (member and public): $60
All funds will be processed through the NOMA Educational Foundation on behalf of PhilaNOMA. The NOMA Educational Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3), allowing donations to be tax exempt.
This evening event will honor our founders and past presidents, spotlight esteemed local architects, and showcase NOMAS student work.
For the Love of IT Award Honoree: Michael Johns, AIA, NOMA, LEED AP; Owner of M Designs, LLC. For his continued service to PhilaNOMA as a founding member and twenty three years as an architect at the Philadelphia Housing Authority.
WHERE: PSU at The Navy Yard, Building 661, 4960 S. 12th Street, Phila, PA 19112
WHEN: Friday November 2nd 2018 - 6 PM - 9PM
ENTRY FEES:
Early Bird – NOMA member: $30 - ends on 10/7/2018
Early Bird – general public: $40 - ends on 10/7/2018
Regular – NOMA member: $45
Regular – general public: $55
Student price (with ID): $25
On Site ticket (member and public): $60
All funds will be processed through the NOMA Educational Foundation on behalf of PhilaNOMA. The NOMA Educational Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3), allowing donations to be tax exempt.
