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Join us in supporting the creation of scholarships for the Women’s Leadership Summit (WLS)—a national platform dedicated to empowering and advancing women in architecture, in partnership with Zuzanna Bojarska, AIA Philadelphia, the Women in Architecture Committee, and AIA Pennsylvania.
The AIA Philadelphia WLS Scholarship was created last year by Ramune Bartuskaite and a mighty team of volunteers and prior WLS attendees. Last year, they put on an amazing event with speakers and a raffle, and raised plenty of outright donations - AIA PHL was able to send two members to the conference and cover many of their travel expenses.
The event will kick off with a Pecha Kucha presentation from the 2024 AIA Philadelphia Women’s Leadership Summit scholarship recipients, Lea Litvin and Roshni Krishnan. They will share their personal journeys, reflect on how the summit has impacted them, and highlight key takeaways from their experience at the Summit.
Zuzanna Bojarska will moderate the "Women of Impact" panel discussion, featuring Rebecca Johnson, Executive Director of AIA Philadelphia and DesignPhiladelphia; Jamie Ober, 2025 President of AIA Pennsylvania; and Danielle DiLeo Kim, 2025 President of AIA Philadelphia.
How You Can Support:
About each panelist:
Rebecca Johnson is the Executive Director of AIA Philadelphia and DesignPhiladelphia, bringing expertise in nonprofit management, real estate development, program development, and community and economic development. With a passion for community engagement, diversity, sustainability, and design thinking, she has led significant initiatives, including renovations, strategic planning, and the rebranding of the Center for Architecture and Design. A strong advocate for women in leadership, Rebecca co-founded REPRESENT! PAC and served on the Board of the Pennsylvania Women's Campaign Fund.
Jamie Ober is a licensed architect and the 2025 President of the AIA Pennsylvania Executive Board. With over 20 years of experience, Jamie serves as Senior Designer and Project Manager at Lenhardt Rodgers Architecture + Interior Design, leading major educational and institutional projects. Jamie spearheaded the AIA PA scholarship for the Women's Leadership Summit, now in its fourth year, providing scholarships to six women each year. Through this initiative, she continues to support and uplift women in architecture, empowering them to advance in their careers and leadership roles.
Danielle DiLeo Kim is a strategic civic leader, urban design consultant, and the 2025 President of AIA Philadelphia. With nearly 30 years of experience, she leads urban development projects for city agencies, non-profits, and developers, focusing on inclusive community revitalization and stakeholder engagement throughout the Philadelphia region. Danielle has spearheaded projects in education, housing, and public realm improvements while advocating for affordable housing. She is also actively involved in civic initiatives and public speaking. A mentor and advocate for women in leadership, Danielle empowers the next generation of female professionals. As she says, "When something needs to be done, I usually find my way to making sure it happens."
Join us for an inspiring evening of conversation, meaningful connections, and the opportunity to uplift future women leaders in architecture. Let’s rise together!
Thank you to our Supporting Sponsor(s):
Thank you to our Friend Sponsor(s):
Thank you for the 2025 Committee Support:
