Erica’s ability to bridge disciplines and perform cross-disciplinary calculations drives sustainability innovation in project teams. For over twenty years, she has led teams to solutions that add value for building owners.
Her commitment to sustainability is shown through active involvement in professional organizations and dedication to speaking and mentorship. She serves on the USGBC’s Water Efficiency Technical Advisory Group (WE TAG), a global cohort improving future LEED water standards. Erica is also part of ULI Nashville’s Building Healthy Places Action Council and contributes to AIA National’s Framework for Design Excellence, creating sustainability toolkits for everyday architects.
Erica was named a USGBC Regional Leader in the “Big South” in 2021, a “Shero” in Courage in 2020, and a Nashville Business Journal Woman of Influence in 2017.
Courses
An Introduction to the AIA Framework for Design Excellence
Propel your practice’s success with the AIA Framework for Design Excellence—the defining 10 principles of design excellence in the 21st century. In this introductory course, you will learn the origin, evolution, and significance of each of the framework’s principles and examine how they advance progress toward a zero-carbon, healthy, just, resilient, and equitable built environment. Learn from real-world case studies showcasing successful implementations across diverse firms and project types. Plus, you’ll learn how to navigate the valuable online resources for each of the 10 principles to use in your design process for future projects.
Course expires on 2/04/2027