TOLEDO, Ohio, April 18, 2025 – SSOE Group, an internationally ranked architecture and engineering firm, is proud to announce the celebration of National Architecture Week by honoring its architects who support various architectural organizations through their volunteer efforts, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA). Architecture Week, which takes place April 13-19, 2025, celebrates the profession of architecture and invites everyone to explore architecture and design.
This week, SSOE shines a spotlight on the dedicated professionals who contribute their time and expertise to advance the field of architecture and foster community engagement. The firm is thrilled to recognize the exceptional contributions of the following architects:
- Chris Baker, Associate AIA, Architectural Designer – 75th Annual AIA Toledo High School Design Competition Committee
- Todd Dolson, AIA, Principal, Vice President– AIA Georgia President
- Jessica Gardenhire, AIA, Architect – AIA Atlanta Communications Director
- Ashley Hathaway, AIA, Senior Associate, Senior Architect – AIA Toledo Director
- Randall Holmes, AIA, Associate, Architect – AIA Greater Columbia – Vice President
- Suzan Huff, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, Senior Associate, Facilities Architectural Department Manager – National Architectural Accrediting Board Visiting Team
- David S. Johnson, AIA, NCARB, PE, LEED AP BD+C, Architect, Mechanical Engineer – AIA Toledo Board Secretary
- Heather Judge, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, Architectural Practice Group Lead – City of Toledo Plan Commission UpTown District Architectural Review Committee (UDARC)
- Laura Morton, AIA, NCARB, Senior Associate, Senior Architect – AIA Atlanta President-Elect
- Greg Skinner, AIA, RRC, Senior Associate, Senior Architect – AIA Savannah Active Past-President
- Tim Swartz, AIA, NCARB, Senior Associate, Senior Architect – AIA Toledo Director at Large
Judge, Architectural Practice Group Lead at SSOE, commented, stating, “Volunteerism is a cornerstone of our profession, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose among architects. By dedicating our time and expertise to various architectural organizations and initiatives, we not only give back to the communities we serve but also enrich our own professional growth. Volunteer efforts help us stay connected with the latest industry trends, build meaningful relationships, and enhance our skills. At SSOE, we believe that volunteerism strengthens our commitment to creating resilient, sustainable, and innovative designs that positively impact society. It is through these collective efforts that we continue to advance the field of architecture and inspire the next generation of architects.”
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About AIA and Architecture Week
What started as 13 architects in a New York office in 1857 has grown to become the largest, most influential network of architects and design professionals known as the American Institute of Architects. Their 100,000+ global member community shares a passion for design, a desire to change the world, and a commitment to the highest standards of practice. Architecture Week celebrates the profession of architecture and invites everyone, especially K-12 students, to explore architecture and design.
