AIA Western North Carolina February Section Meeting: State of the State
AIA Western North Carolina convenes architects at Trinity Episcopal Church for a State of the State address by AIA North Carolina’s 2026 President and Executive Vice President, focusing on policy updates and professional development.
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Forward-looking civic briefing on downtown Asheville's economic development, safety, and cultural vitality; city planners, business owners, and community leaders present updates and solicit public input in a public forum and stakeholder panel.

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Daytime symposium for green industry professionals delivering CEU credits, expert-led sessions, and structured networking at The North Carolina Arboretum, with a focus on sustainable landscape practices and urban forestry professional development.

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Regional resilience leaders and community partners convene for collaborative capacity-building sessions focused on emergency preparedness, mutual aid coordination, and network-building best practices to strengthen local response systems.

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Professional keynote speakers, coaches, trainers, and consultants convene for peer networking, practical public speaking skill building, and business development workshops tailored to paid presenters and speaking coaches.
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Interactive design and mapping session for Asheville's riverfront recovery projects, centering flood resilience, habitat restoration, and improved public access; municipal planners and community members collaborate to shape draft concepts and priorities.

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Casual evening networking for commercial building professionals at Asheville Sports Club on South Slope, connecting developers, contractors, architects, and property managers over drinks in a low key, industry focused happy hour.

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Fast paced speed networking with timed rounds and quick elevator pitches for business professionals seeking referrals and partnerships, held midday in a community church meeting space for efficient relationship building.
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Activists gather for a bimonthly member meeting focused on voter outreach, grassroots strategy, and opportunities to volunteer in a pivotal election year. Participants share resistance updates, brainstorm tactics, and sign up for actions.

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Curated carpooled tour for real estate agents visiting standout Asheville listings for on site walkthroughs, comparative market discussions, and practical inspection tips from Allied Home Inspection to sharpen listing strategies and local market insight.
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Interactive, nontechnical workshop unpacking AI trajectories over the next 1–5 years and their implications for jobs, crime, regulation, and everyday life, with practical discussion and audience Q&A.

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Low-key Monday evening meetup for locals and professionals to mingle in a relaxed downtown setting, ideal for casual networking, drop-in conversations, and building community connections after work.

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Symposium-style panel talks and keynote presentations on Masonic history and fraternal topics, paired with communal catered food and convivial socializing for members and the curious public at an open Asheville meetup.
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