Trends + Tensions presented by BHDP is back for its fifth season, and we’re kicking things off with EVP and CEO of the American Institute for Architects, Lakisha Ann Woods.

Lakisha, who began her tenure as EVP and CEO at the beginning of 2022, has been busy laying the groundwork for AIA’s future—which involves a more equitable, diverse profession and more sustainable built environment. We connect with her fresh off of her appearance on the first season of the CBS show, “American by Design: Architecture.”

Special guest co-host Dr. Justin Ferguson, a lead strategist at BHDP and an active member of AIA, joins our host, Brian Trainer.