Design-Build Institute of America Announces Leadership Transition
DBIA announced on March 31 that Lisa Washington, CAE will assume the role of Executive Director upon the retirement of current DBIA President and CEO Lee Evey. The transition will be complete by June 2009. As Executive Director, Washington will serve as DBIA’s chief executive and will be accountable directly to the DBIA Board of Directors.
“After a wonderful five-year tenure, it is time for me to move on,” Evey said. “I leave DBIA in Lisa’s tremendously capable hands. She has worked side-by-side with me nearly every day since I came to DBIA and she embodies the values we all share. This will be a seamless transition.”
Washington joined DBIA in 2004, serving first as DBIA’s Vice President of Education/Conferences, and currently as Chief Operating Officer. She is directly responsible for many initiatives, including the highly-successful “National Education Tour” which, in its first year, quadrupled the organization’s reach in the industry and exponentially increased the organization’s revenue. Her extensive background in association management combined with her in-depth knowledge and understanding of the organization’s programs, services and membership makes her well-suited to take DBIA to the next level of excellence.
“Having been directly responsible for the development and implementation of organizational and operational strategies leading to DBIA’s renewed success, Lisa was a natural choice to fill the chief staff executive role,” said Tom Porter, DBIA 2009 Board Chair. “As we strive for our next pinnacle of success, Lisa will work closely with the Board of Directors to maintain a proper balance among varying market segment needs by further building staff infrastructure, partnering with key industry leaders, and tapping into the vast knowledge and experience of the DBIA membership.”
In building on the work that Evey has done to position DBIA as a respected player in the design and construction industry, Washington will maintain a mission-driven, market-focused approach that engages loyal members and key industry leaders in shaping the organization’s future.
A high priority for Washington will be to immediately fill gaps in the existing staff infrastructure. The two position announcements below are the first step in this process.
Position Announcements — DBIA National
Vice President of Advocacy and External Affairs
The Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) is seeking a Vice President of Advocacy and External Affairs to maximize the messaging clarity, impact and positioning of design-build project delivery. The successful candidate must possess the ability to foster positive relationships and work effectively with a diverse constituency, internal and external to the organization. The position involves actively and effectively educating industry professionals, Congress, state and federal agencies and, where appropriate, state legislatures and regulatory agencies on the inherent value of design-build. In addition, the position will maintain broad awareness of the political environment, trends, positioning and opportunities for implementing DBIA’s legislative interests. Demonstrated knowledge of design-build, as well as excellent presentation/public speaking skills is required, as the incumbent will be called upon to represent the association to various publics. Holding or pursuing a DBIA™ credential a plus. Extensive travel may be required.
The position reports directly to the DBIA Executive Director and will work closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to develop DBIA’s outreach and legislative agendas. The position will be located at the DBIA national headquarters in Washington, D.C. Send cover letter, résumé and most recent salary to Lisa Washington at lwashington@dbia.org.
Director of Public Affairs and Information Resources
The Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) is seeking a dynamic, experienced public relations professional to increase the visibility and recognition of DBIA and design-build project delivery in print, broadcast and Internet media. The incumbent will work closely with the Executive Director to develop and execute proactive media plans and strategies.
The position will also provide oversight and management to the production of DBIA’s monthly DATELINE journal, the DBIA Web site and publications area.
The successful candidate will possess top-notch written and oral communication skills, with an ability to clearly and concisely express complicated design and construction concepts to a general audience. A strong and current working relationship with national and local media, as well as demonstrated success in obtaining placements, is essential.
The position reports directly to the DBIA Executive Director and will be located at the DBIA national headquarters in Washington, D.C.
Bachelor’s degree required; degree in communications, marketing, market research or related area highly desirable. Design and construction industry knowledge is strongly preferred.
Send cover letter, résumé and most recent salary to Lisa Washington at lwashington@dbia.org.