Experience the pinnacle of architectural excellence at the highly anticipated annual NOMA Conference Building Bridges: Towards Just and Joyful Futures! From October 11–15, 2023, join us alongside over 1,200 esteemed professional designers for captivating conversations and enriching events. Together, we will delve into the profound impact of the built environment by fostering industry inclusivity and paving the way for a brighter future.

Get ready to be captivated as we set the stage in the vibrant city of Portland, Oregon. Nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Pacific Northwest, Portland beckons with its irresistible blend of culinary delights, rich cultural tapestry, and flourishing arts scene. Known as Bridge City, this metropolis boasts a remarkable collection of 12 majestic bridges adorning the picturesque Willamette River. Each bridge tells a unique design tale, and among them, the iconic Tilikum Crossing, Bridge of the People, stands tall. Unveiled on September 12, 2015, this bridge proudly embraces its name derived from the Chinook Jargon language, symbolizing people, tribe, and family. It serves as a heartfelt tribute to the Indigenous heritage and the enduring history of the Columbia and Willamette River regions.

Be part of this extraordinary convergence of architectural visionaries, trailblazers, and forward-thinkers at the NOMA Conference in Portland. Together, let's shape a more inclusive, welcoming, and awe-inspiring future. Register now to secure your place among the industry's finest!

SoFloNOMA, in collaboration with AIA Miami and HKS are hosting a SAY IT LOUD Exhibition to feature Diverse Designers of Florida in October of 2023. In line with our mission to elevate the contributions of women and BIPOC designers, architect, engineers and planners, we are inviting you to submit.

To date, our SAY IT LOUD exhibitions have been viewed by an estimate total 60,000 visitors since January 2017. From inception, multiple online publications (such as Forbes, Curbed and The Architects Newspaper) with large subscription bases have helped promote the exhibitions further expanding its impact. One featured firm expressed an increase in business which they attributed to being featured in SAY IT LOUD.

WHY SAY IT LOUD

• Be part of the SAY IT LOUD international movement. 

• BBE will market and continue to raise the visibility of the exhibition from planning through execution on the website and social media. 

• BBE will also add the designers to the Great Diverse Designers Library 

• Based on your selection BBE would include your featured profile in future SAY IT LOUD's exhibitions in conferences / conventions. 

• BBE will submit the work of the featured designers to digital and print publications.

• The ultimate goal of all these SAY IT LOUD's is to create a reference book that you could be featured in.