Taking place in South Florida from October 14 to 18, the 2026 National Organization of Minority Architects’ (NOMA) Annual Conference will bring Quinn Evans team members together with professionals from across the industry to share their expertise and explore this year’s theme, “The Leading Edge."

From exploring career and technical education (CTE) to sharing their unique experiences as architects and taking on national leadership, our team will participate in several conference events. Explore where you can connect with us below.

Real World Learning in Action: Re-Envisioning Career and Technical Education

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM

Quinn Evans Senior Associate Damon Thomas, AIA, LEED AP, and Principal Saundra Little, FAIA, LEED AP, will explore how CTE is becoming a means for students to cultivate skill sets that transcend the boundaries of postsecondary education. Through case studies of new and renovated learning spaces, they will share methods for real-world, skills-based learning that connect career pathways, local businesses, and professional work environments.

Out in Architecture, Volume II: Book Signing

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 3:00-3:30 PM

Alfredo Davalos, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, NOMA, an Associate at Quinn Evans, will join other contributing authors for a signing of Out in Architecture, Volume II. The book shares personal stories from architects and designers, exploring how identity and lived experience shape their paths within the profession. Attendees can meet the authors at Booth 96 in the Royal Ballroom pre-function area.

NOMA Awards Gala - Cocktail Hour: Passing of the Staff Ceremony

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026, 6:30-7:30 PM

After serving two years as NOMA's 2025-2026 President-Elect, Saundra Little, FAIA, LEED AP, is preparing to begin her transition into the role of NOMA President for the 2027-2028 term. At the Awards Gala, she will address attendees as she looks ahead to this exciting chapter of leadership and service to the profession.

See the full conference schedule here.