AIA Central NY | Jury Chair

Michelle is a Project Manager at King + King Architects in Syracuse, New York, where she specializes in PK-12 educational design. A graduate of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, she combines creative vision and technical expertise to create engaging, high-performing learning environments. Active in professional leadership, she served as 2024 President of AIA Central New York, and currently serves on the board as Membership Director.

AIA Westchester Hudson Valley

Richard is Principal of Richard Gonzalez Architect PLLC, where he leads a practice recognized for its award-winning portfolio and commitment to design excellence through thoughtful, contextresponsive architecture. He currently serves as President of the AIA Westchester Hudson Valley Chapter and, in 2025, founded the chapter’s Latinos in Architecture Committee to foster connection, representation, and leadership within the profession.

AIA Rochester NY

Jack is an architect at Rozzi Architects in Rochester, New York, specializing in outpatient healthcare and commercial design. His portfolio includes projects ranging from physical therapy clinics to ambulance bases, with a focus on functional, community-centered solutions. He serves as Director of Communications on the AIA Rochester Board of Directors and is a mentor with the ACE Mentor Program, supporting the next generation of design professionals.

AIA New York Chapter

Serena is a Studio Director at FXCollaborative Architects, where she works with mission-driven educational and cultural institutions. With expertise in designing within historic contexts, she believes architecture is a universal language that connects people across time and place. She currently co-chairs the AIA New York Committee on Architecture for Education and serves as President of the Association for Learning Environments– New York Chapter.