EMPOWERING Conference 2026
2026-09-11 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Pegasus Park, 3000 Pegasus Park Drive, Dallas, TX, 75247
AIA Dallas is proud to present the Tenth Annual EMPOWERING Conference—a dynamic collaboration between our Women in Architecture, Latinos in Architecture, and Emerging Professionals Networks. Guided by our mission to transform the world around us, this conference is dedicated to equipping attendees with essential tools and knowledge to drive positive change through Design, Practice, and Leadership. We invite you to engage with our outstanding lineup of speakers, each a trailblazer making a meaningful impact in our communities.
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EMPOWERING Conference
The EMPOWERING Conference is a dynamic collaboration between our Women in Architecture, Latinos in Architecture, and Emerging Professionals Networks. Guided by our mission to transform the world around us, this conference is dedicated to equipping attendees with essential tools and knowledge to drive positive change through design, practice, and leadership.

The event at a glance

What: 2026 EMPOWERING Conference
Where: Pegasus Park, 3000 Pegasus Drive, Dallas, TX 75247
When: Friday, September 11, 2026
Registration Rates: Early-Bird AIA Member $75; Early-Bird General Admission $125.
Event Link: https://www.aiadallas.org/event/empowering-conference-2026/

Why this event matters

The AIA Dallas EMPOWERING Conference is an annual, full-day professional development event created to support the growth and leadership of emerging and underrepresented voices within the architecture profession. Launched in 2017, the conference began as an initiative of the Women in Architecture network and has since expanded to include Emerging Professionals and Latinos in Architecture, reflecting a broader commitment to equity, mentorship, and leadership development across the industry.
Centered around the themes of Design, Practice, and Leadership, EMPOWERING features keynote speakers, panel discussions, and educational sessions led by nationally and internationally recognized architects, designers, and industry leaders. Topics often address career advancement, firm culture, ethical leadership, sustainability, and the social impact of design—providing attendees with both practical skills and big-picture perspectives.
Since its inception, the conference has served more than 1,000 participants and continues to grow in scale and influence within the North Texas AEC community.

Who should attend

Individuals in the early stages of their architecture career who want to gain access to mentorship, career guidance, and tools for advancing design, practice, and leadership.
Architects from under-represented groups interested in connecting with peers and leaders who have shared experiences, an hearing from others who have historically lacked visibility in the profession.
Professionals seeking leadership growth, regardless of career stage, to build confidence, develop leadership skills, and broaden their understanding of practice and community impact.
Firm leaders and managers responsible for staff development, mentorship, and organizational culture to gain insights into trends, challenges, and opportunities affecting the next generation of architects.

Join us by helping promote this year’s event to your colleagues, peers, and networks using the information and sample messages below.

Sample Social Media content

Tag AIA Dallas on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
Option A (general):
I’m excited to be a part of AIA Dallas’ 10th annual EMPOWERING Conference on September 11, 2026. This event is an important opportunity to develop your knowledge and leadership skills with speakers that address career advancement, firm culture, ethical leadership, sustainability, and the social impact of design.
Register today: [EVENT LINK]
Option B (speaker-forward):
I’m excited to be a speaker at AIA Dallas’ EMPOWERING Conference on Friday, September 11,2026! If you are interested in supporting the growth and leadership of emerging and underrepresented voices within the architecture profession, I hope you will join me there.
Register today: [EVENT LINK]
Option C (sponsor-forward):
We’re proud to support AIA Dallas’ EMPOWERING Conference on Friday, September 11, 2026. This event reflects our commitment to equity, mentorship, and leadership in the architecture field and related industries.
We hope to see you there!
Register today: [EVENT LINK]

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