Strengthening Community Through Equity, Architecture & Service With Dillon Dunn | AB Ep 36

In this episode of Architecture Beyond, host Brandon Gibbs sits down with Dillon Dunn, President of NOMA Nashville, for a timely and thoughtful conversation on leadership, representation, and the future of the architecture profession.Dillon shares his personal journey into architecture, how his involvement with NOMA shaped his leadership path, and the work currently happening in Nashville to support emerging professionals and strengthen community impact. From national events like NOMA KC to reflections on the AIA Tennessee Conference, this conversation highlights why advocacy, mentorship, and intentional leadership matter now more than ever.This episode is especially valuable for students, early-career architects, and professionals seeking clarity on how to grow their careers while contributing meaningfully to the profession and their communities.Topics Covered in This EpisodeHow Dillon got started in architecture and community leadershipKey initiatives and progress within NOMA NashvilleWhat national gatherings like NOMA KC offer to emerging professionalsReflections on AIA Tennessee and insights shared by past NOMA National President Pascale SablanThe changes needed in the architecture industry to support equity and accessAdvice and perspective for aspiring and future architectsWatch here: https://www.iamthestudio.com/strongercommunities_through_architecture_with_dillon_dunn/Why This Conversation MattersArchitecture is evolving—not just in how we design, but in who leads, who is represented, and how the profession serves communities. This episode goes beyond credentials and titles to explore the responsibility architects carry to shape a more inclusive and impactful future.Learn more about the work of Dillon Dunn with NOMA Nash below: https://www.nomanash.com/Check out our show sponsor CDP Architecture below:https://www.cdparchitecture.com/Architecture Beyond is where architects, designers, and creative thinkers share the stories shaping life and impact beyond the studio. Since launching, we’ve released dozens of inspiring episodes and grown into a global community of listeners who care about architecture’s role in the world. We’d love to hear from you—what topics inspire you most, or who you’d like to see as a guest. If you’re interested in sharing your own story on the show, visit Iamthestudio.com and click ArchBeyond in the menu. Join the conversation and help us continue building a platform that elevates architects everywhere. Sponsored by iamthestudio architecture software courses (site here).

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