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The Future

The Future. Where do the next few years take the American Institute of Architects?. The Strategic Plan. The Strategic Plan sets the overall tone for the Institute It is not only our grand vision, it guides our decision making. Clipping the Grass. The Placemat The Weave

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The Future

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  1. The Future Where do the next few years take the American Institute of Architects?

  2. The Strategic Plan • The Strategic Plan sets the overall tone for the Institute • It is not only our grand vision, it guides our decision making

  3. Clipping the Grass • The Placemat • The Weave • The Cube, the Sphere . . . the Rhombicubeoctrahedron? • ?????

  4. Design Matters • Design does matter • Design is the unifying principle around which the Strategic Plan is oriented • Design more than just matters, Design is the centerpiece of the Institute

  5. Architects are Unique • Contractors build – and do it better than Architects • Managers manage – and for the most part do it better than Architects • Accountants control cost – and do it better than most Architects

  6. Why are Architects Different? • Show me the Manager, Contractor or Accountant who can create this . . . .

  7. Implementation • Use the tools at hand • Engage . . . Components, Associates, Affiliates, Emerging Professionals • Focus not on developing the vision but on implementing the vision as it stands

  8. Problem Solving • We have the tools • We have the vision • We have the visionaries • We need a Secretary with demonstrated problem solving and implementation skills to pull it together

  9. You Have a Clear Choice • All of the necessary parts are at our disposal and we have to choose which way to go • We can assert a leadership position within our established vision or endlessly rework the vision • Which way will it be?

  10. Conclusion • My perspective on the Future of the Institute • My vision for AIA is your vision for AIA . . . implemented as effectively and efficiently as possible • My name is Frederick Butters, and I thank you for taking the time to review this presentation. • Fredrick F. Butters, FAIA, Esq.

  11. Questions • I pledge to answer any and all inquiries regarding my candidacy and the manner in which my service as Secretary would further the objectives of the Institute • Contact me anytime at; Frederick F. Butters Frederick F. Butters PLLC 26677 West 12 Mile Road Southfield, Michigan 48034 (248) 357-0831 (248) 514-4694 (cell) fred@butters-law.com

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