Community Mission
The mission of the SAME Architectural Practice Community of Interest (COI) is to promote architectural practice within SAME, broaden the organization’s exposure in the architecture community, increase the stature of architecture within military/federal facilities, and recruit more architects.
The COI also provides strong technical education and training content for SAME events, webinars, and programs; publishes a quarterly journal that highlights architecture and design within the public sector; and expands networking and mentoring opportunities.
COI Objectives
- Enhance the Role of Architecture: Strengthen the role of architecture in military and federal facility design, construction, and management to improve functionality and sustainability.
- Foster Professional Development: Provide educational resources and professional development opportunities to support architects in their careers and within the SAME network.
- Promote Collaboration: Encourage collaboration between architects, engineers, and other professionals to create integrated solutions for facility challenges.
- Expand Networking Opportunities: Facilitate networking events, mentorship programs, and other forums to help architects build connections within SAME and the broader architectural community.
- Advocate for Architectural Practices: Raise awareness and advocate for the importance of architectural contributions in military and federal projects.
- Support Recruitment of Architects: Actively recruit architects to join SAME, contributing to the growth and diversity of expertise within the organization.
Community Chair
Darryl Moser
GFT Infrastructure Inc.
Chair Elect: Brandon Tobias, GFT
Immediate Past Chair: Laurie Whitney, Mead & Hunt
Vice Chair, Secretary: Juste Gatari, Moody Nolan
Vice Chair, COI Liaison: Hugh Darville, Gensler
Vice Chair, Design Award Program: John Somerville, Leo A Daly; Jeramiah Huth, The Diallo Group
Vice Chair, Communications: Tia Embaugh, Plus One Design|Construction; Rachel Collier, Powers Brown Architecture
Vice Chair, Post Liaison: Cathy Otis, GFT Infrastructure Inc.
Vice Chair, Education: Karl Stumpf, Corgan Associates
Vice Chair, AIA Collaboration: Ed Gauvreau, F. SAME, USACE
Vice Chair, Industry Government Engagements: Col. Paula Loomis, F. SAME, The Urban Collaborative
Vice Chair, Innovation and Technology: Lacey Craven, Clark Nexsen
SAME National Office POC: Ree Miskimon, FSMPS
Upcoming National Webinars
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Ready, Set, SBC: Creating a Killer Capability Statement to Communicate Value
Let’s say you have 6 seconds to convince a government buyer or teaming partner that you are competent, capable, and mature. Can you do it? Is your pitch ready? This SBC pre-conference webinar is a fast-paced, high-energy session delivering step-by-step tactics for a capability statement that works. A capability statement is the de facto marketing tool for small and mid-size federal companies. -
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AI as Load Shock: Rethinking Energy Security and Mission Assurance
The rapid expansion of AI computing, electrification, and mission-critical digital infrastructure is fundamentally altering the energy security landscape. While AI is often discussed as a software capability or data challenge, its most immediate national security impact is physical: unprecedented, concentrated, and inflexible electrical demand that stresses grid infrastructure and traditional resilience assumptions. -
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Ready. Set. SBC: Party of One: Maximizing SBC on Your Own
Heading to SAME’s Small Business Conference solo? A team of one can still make a big impact with the right strategy. Hear from experienced SBC attendees on how to prioritize your time, navigate networking opportunities, make meaningful connections, and get the most value from the conference without trying to be everywhere at once. -
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Ready. Set. SBC: Small Team, Big Impact: Booth Best Practices for SAME SBC
You don’t need a large team or an elaborate booth to make an impact at SAME’s Small Business Conference. This webinar will introduce you to three very experienced SBC exhibitors who will share practical strategies for engaging attendees, start meaningful conversations, manage your booth with minimal staff, and make the most of every interaction. -
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SAME National Leadership Opportunities 2026
Interested in exploring leadership opportunities at the national level within SAME? Have you ever wondered how to get involved in a national leadership role? It’s easier than you may think, and yes, you have what it takes! And with SAME national leadership nominations opening Oct. 1, the timing is perfect to learn more.
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SAME Strategic Partners – Architectural Practice
I love to serve the Society with my fellow SAME architects for such a good cause and along the way develop a strong bond both professionally and personally with these people. I can truly call them my friends.
J.J. Tang, FAIA, F.SAME, Chair, SAME Architectural Practice Committee 2013-2016