AIA Golden Empire’s Mission

Our mission as a chapter is to empower our members to provide ever-increasing value in serving the unique needs of Kern County and to be the primary resource regarding the built environment for our members and the community.

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has served as the leading voice for architecture professionals since its founding in 1857 and continues to be the most prominent membership organization for licensed architects, emerging professionals, and allied partners. With the national association based in Washington, DC, the AIA is also able to meet the needs of its members at the state and local level via nearly 300 chapters both domestically and abroad. The mission of AIA is to serve as a resource for its members, allied professionals, and the general public through advocacy, community, education, and outreach.

The AIA has Chapters in every State, and the California Golden Empire Chapter, founded in 1992, is a thriving and growing group of Architects, Associates, and Professional Affiliates. The Chapter meets for monthly networking and resource sharing meetings.

The AIA GE is located in Bakersfield the geographic and figurative heart of California.

There are many benefits to using an AIA Architect or affiliate.

There are many benefits that enhance the professional and competitive position of AIA members, to learn more, or join today visit Join the American Institute of Architects.

If you are a local business or professional, associated with the Architectural Industry and would like to network with our Chapter and bring your business into line with our many clients, click here to visit the Professional Affiliates section of our Become a Member page.

The American Institute of Architects California Golden Empire Chapter and its members are committed to full compliance with all laws and regulations, and to maintaining the highest ethical standards in the way we conduct our operations and activities. Our commitment includes strict compliance with federal and state antitrust laws, which are designed to protect this country’s free competitive economy.

CONTACT

AIA Golden Empire
1201 24th Street, Suite B110-164
Bakersfield, CA  93301
Email: info@aiage.org

OFFICERS

Jeannie Bertolaccini, AIA
2021 President

Elizabeth Hernandez, AIA
2021 Vice President

Mandy Freeland, AIA
2021-2022 Secretary

Rob Trost, AIA
2020-2021 Treasurer

Alyssa Grishaber, AIA
2020-2021 Director

Jamie Miller AIA
2021-2022 Director

Jamal Powell, Assoc. AIA
2021-2022 Associate Director

Derek Holdsworth, AIA
2020-2021 AIA California Representative

Joseph E. Zasoski, AIA
2021 Past President & CACE Representative

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