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Laura Gwyn Aia
Laura Gwyn Aia
Managing Director, Principal | Perkins&Will
United States
Laura Gwyn Aia
Summary
Laura Gwyn Aia is a seasoned architectural professional with extensive experience in leadership and project management, currently serving as the Managing Director and Principal at Perkins&Will in North Carolina. Her career trajectory reflects a deep commitment to healthcare and wellness design, where she integrates strategic planning with innovative architectural solutions. Laura’s unique perspective is shaped by her diverse roles, including architect, construction manager, and owner representative, enabling her to lead design teams towards unified project visions. With a strong focus on community impact, she emphasizes sustainable practices in her work. A graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with an MBA, Laura is dedicated to fostering talent through leadership development and training. She has been recognized with awards such as Leadership Raleigh 30 and Circle Of Excellence - Workforce Excellence. Laura's passion for architecture is evident in her deliberate approach to creating spaces that enhance human experience.
Laura Gwyn Aia
Work Experience
Managing Director, Principal at
Perkins&Will
May 2022 - Present
Director Of Operations at
PERKINSWILL ARQUITETURA
May 2018 - Present
Director Of Operations, Principal at
Perkins&Will
April 2021 - May 2022
Director Of Operations, Associate Principal at
PERKINSWILL ARQUITETURA
April 2019 - April 2021
Senior Associate, Senior Project Manager at
PERKINSWILL ARQUITETURA
November 2015 - April 2019
Project Executive, Healthcare at
Holt Brothers Construction
May 2015 - November 2015
Director, Ambulatory Facilities Development at
Wakemed Health & Hospitals - Wakemed Mothers' Milk Bank
June 2011 - May 2015
Architect / Associate at
EwingCole
May 2004 - May 2011
Intern Architect at
Severns Reid & Associates Inc.
January 2001 - January 2003
Laura Gwyn Aia
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Kenan-Flagler Business School, Master's Degree
January 2009 - January 2011
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Bsas
Frequently Asked Questions about Laura Gwyn Aia
What company does Laura Gwyn Aia work for?
Laura Gwyn Aia is a Managing Director, Principal at Perkins&Will, a company specializing in Architectural services.
Where Laura Gwyn Aia graduated from?
Laura Gwyn Aia holds a degree in Business - Strategy & Leadership Concentration; Class Of 2011 from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Kenan-Flagler Business School.
Who is Laura Gwyn Aia?
Laura Gwyn Aia is a seasoned architectural professional with extensive experience in leadership and project management, currently serving as the Managing Director and Principal at Perkins&Will in North Carolina. Her career trajectory reflects a deep commitment to healthcare and wellness design, where she integrates strategic planning with innovative architectural solutions. Laura’s unique perspective is shaped by her diverse roles, including architect, construction manager, and owner representative, enabling her to lead design teams towards unified project visions. With a strong focus on community impact, she emphasizes sustainable practices in her work. A graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with an MBA, Laura is dedicated to fostering talent through leadership development and training. She has been recognized with awards such as Leadership Raleigh 30 and Circle Of Excellence - Workforce Excellence. Laura's passion for architecture is evident in her deliberate approach to creating spaces that enhance human experience.
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