Breaking Barriers: Black Architects on Firm Ownership

Agenda

6:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Registration & Networking

• Guests arrive and check in.
• Light refreshments and networking opportunities.

6:30 PM – 6:40 PM: Opening Remarks

• Speaker: Morina Peterson, President of DC NOMA
• Welcome attendees and introduce the event theme.
• Acknowledge sponsors and collaborators.

6:40 PM – 6:50 PM: Moderator Introduction

• Speaker: Telicious Robinson, Vice President of DC NOMA
• Overview of the panel discussion.
• Brief introduction of each panelist.

6:50 PM – 7:50 PM: Panel Discussion

• Moderator: Telicious Robinson
• Topics to include:
• • Early career experiences and challenges.
  • Transitioning into firm ownership.
  • Impact of diversity and representation in architecture.
  • Advice for the next generation of architects.
• Panelists:
• • Michael Marshall: Founder of Michael Marshall Design.
  • Kathy Dixon: Principal/Founder at K. Dixon Architecture.
  • Ronnie McGhee: Founder of R. McGhee & Associates.
  • Genell Anderson: Principal/Founder at Amar Group LLC.
  • Sean Pichon: Principal at Michael Graves Architecture.

7:50 PM – 8:10 PM: Q&A Session

• Open the floor to audience questions.
• Facilitated by Telicious Robinson.

8:10 PM – 8:20 PM: Closing Remarks

• Speaker: Morina Peterson
• Recap of key takeaways from the discussion.
• Highlight upcoming DC NOMA events and initiatives.

8:20 PM – 9:00 PM: Networking & Wrap-Up

• Opportunity for guests to connect with panelists and attendees.
• Additional refreshments served.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

1799 New York Ave NW, 1799 New York Avenue Northwest, Washington, United States