President

Pete Franks, AIA
The Franks Design Group 

A Pennsylvania native and well-rooted Iowa transplant, Pete Franks, AIA is a graduate of the College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning at the University of Cincinnati. He has been a Registered Architect and AIA member since 1992. Pete is the president of The Franks Design Group, PC of Glenwood, Iowa; an architecture practice specializing in the appropriate treatment of existing and historic buildings. Since the firm’s 2006 establishment, their historic work has been recognized by Main Street Iowa and Preservation Iowa. Prior to joining the AIA Iowa Board in 2019, Pete’s professional and community service included presenting at multiple conferences and continuing education events, and eight years as an elected school board member in southwest Iowa’s Mills County.

Vice President

Naura Heiman Godar, AIA
RDG Planning & Design 

Naura Heiman Godar, AIA is a studio manager and senior partner at RDG Planning and Design, an architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, visual art, and planning corporation.  Naura has lived in Des Moines for sixteen years and served the AIA in many capacities during her tenure. Naura serves as the AIA board representative for the Iowa Environmental Council, a board member of the Des Moines Music Coalition, and a mom of two wonderfully energetic and inquisitive boys. She has built a multitude of building types and is conversant in many building conditions.  Heiman Godar received her Bachelor of Architecture from Iowa State University in 2002.

Second Vice President

Secretary

Anna Squier, AIA
MA Architecture

Anna Squier, AIA is a Project Architect at MA Architecture, a Des Moines based architecture studio that creates meaningful environments inspired by people and places. Anna earned a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Iowa State University in 2011. Anna has also served as Editor of Iowa Architect Magazine, Regional Associate Director for the Central States Emerging Professionals Committee, Committee Chairperson for the AIA Central States Student Design Competition, and has been an active committee member for the AIA Iowa Fall and Spring conventions.

Treasurer

Lyndley Kent, AIA
Neumann Monson Architects

Lyndley Kent, AIA is Project Manager and Shareholder with Neumann Monson Architects. She earned a Bachelor of Architecture from Iowa State University in 2012. Her professional work has garnered design awards on state, regional, and national levels, including an AIA National COTE (Committee on the Environment) Award in 2021. Outside the firm, she is a strong supporter and advocate for Iowa Women in Architecture, serving on the Board of Directors from 2016 to 2019. For AIA Iowa, Lyndley has also served on many committees - mentoring emerging professionals, coordinating continuing education opportunities, planning the AIA Iowa Fall Convention, and providing leadership on the state’s Design Awards committee. She has also served as the AIA CSR Young Architect Rep for Iowa, coordinating between the AIA Iowa and AIA CSR components. In 2021 Lyndley was honored with AIA Iowa’s Young Architect Award.

Past President

Lisa Kalaher, AIA
PLaN Architecture

Lisa Kalaher, AIA is an architect and community activist residing in Sioux City, Iowa. She is an instigator of change and progress. In 2010 she co-founded PLaN Architecture, where she and her firm have received numerous recognitions in both design and community engagement. She has been instrumental in the development of the firm’s community-based culture. In addition to practice and volunteerism, Lisa has continued her entrepreneurial spirit and founded Mod House Interiors in Sioux City to help fill a much needed gap in modern furnishings. Lisa is committed to raising awareness of the merits of design in our communities and has fashioned a career to achieve that end.

Director

Jesse Bulman, AIA
Neumann Monson Architects

Jesse Bulman, AIA is an Associate Principal at Neumann Monson Architects and the CEO of Cavergence, a web-based management software to help contractors, architects, and owners during and post construction. A graduate of Iowa State University, he has a passion of educational projects both in and out of the architectural realm. Bulman, along with the members of the AIA Iowa Advocacy & Outreach committee, worked to combine his passions in the Iowa Schools Guidebook to Architecture, a free resource for administrators and school boards navigating building projects. Bulman advocates for allowing the unique process of architectural design to take hold to enhance the places we inhabit and tell our interwoven stories.

Director

 Andrew Reich, AIA
DLR Group

Andrew Reich, AIA serves as a K-12 Client Leader and Principal at DLR Group, an integrated design firm in Des Moines.  Through his experience as both an architect and owner’s representative, Reich brings a unique understanding of his clients’ needs to every relationship.  He believes that serving clients must include a well-rounded mix of design, technical expertise, understanding the operations of their business, and a passion to elevate the human experience.  As a long-time Iowa resident and graduate of Iowa State University, Reich is committed to helping improve the community through volunteer efforts with the AIA Iowa Disaster Assistance Program and Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity.  

Director

Brian Warthen, AIA
Neumann Monson Architects

Brian Warthen, AIA is an architect and shareholder at Neumann Monson Architects, whose goal is to make the world a better place through thoughtful, relevant, and sustainable design solutions in architecture. Brian received his Bachelor of Architecture from Iowa State University in 2002. Brian has leveraged his twenty years of experience in design leadership and project management to support the architectural community as an Associate Professor of Practice at ISU and as a mentor for ACE Mentorship Program.

Director

Jonathan Ramsey, AIA
BNIM Architects

Jonathan Ramsey, AIA is a Principal and employee owner at BNIM with over 25 years of experience in the profession. Jonathan earned a Master of Architecture from Harvard University where he was awarded the AIA Henry Adams Medal, and received his Bachelor of Environmental Design from Miami University. His work has been recognized with over 50 significant awards and media features from organizations including the American Institute of Architects Iowa and Central States chapters and the Chicago Athenaeum and the European Centre of Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies. For AIA Iowa, Jonathan has served as Chairperson of the AIA Iowa Committee on the Environment, committee member for the Fall Convention, and board member for the Iowa Environmental Council.

Director

Jenna Wiegand, AIA
DLR Group

Jenna Wiegand, AIA had a passion for Architecture that started in the second grade. "My dad is a roofer, and he would take me to work on weekends. I would walk around the site, picking up scrap materials. He gave me his old hammer and a handful of nails and I would sit and try to mimic what was being built, asking questions along the way. From that early exposure to design, my curiosity grew, and I've never stopped asking questions."

Associate Director

Cassandra Coffin, Assoc. AIA
INVISION Architecture

Cassandra Coffin, Assoc. AIA is a project manager at INVISON Architecture. She is a graduate of Iowa State University with her Bachelor of Architecture and is a LEED Accredited Professional. Coffin has served as the AIA South East Iowa Architects Section president for the last 2 years. Coffin believes in collaboration and clear communication when crafting spaces that not only look good but also fulfill their intended purpose and make a positive impact on the people who use them.

Allied Director

Melissa Carlson, Allied Member of AIA Iowa
818 - a tiny design empire

Melissa Carlson is the Co-Founder and Partner of 818, a boutique design studio based in Des Moines specializing in brand strategy and experiential design. A graduate of Grand View University with dual BA degrees in Graphic Design and Fine Art, before founding 818, Melissa honed her skills at an architecture firm, managing both internal marketing and external design services. This experience introduced her to AIA Iowa, where she now serves as the Allied Director and previously held the role of Allied Vice Director in 2023 and 2024. An active leader in the creative community, Melissa has served on the board of the Art Directors Association of Iowa and contributed her time to numerous local organizations and events. Her passion for design and community engagement drives her to create meaningful connections and impactful experiences for clients and collaborators alike.

ISU Representative

Cameron Campbell, AIA
Interim Chair, Iowa State University Department of Architecture
Associate Dean for Academic Programs, Iowa State University College of Design

Cameron Campbell, AIA is the Interim Chair of Iowa State University's Department of Architecture and Associate Dean for Academic Programs for the College of Design. He is also the Owner and Principal of Integrated Studio, an architectural photography and design firm. Cameron holds a Masters in Architecture from Iowa State University. Cameron was integral in the AIA Iowa Century of Iowa Architect book and exhibition and a long-time member of the Chapter.

AIAS Representative 

Abby Klostermann, Student Affiliate of AIA Iowa
President, Iowa State University American Institute of Architects Students

Abby Klostermann is a student in the Iowa State University College of Design's Architecture Program, currently in her 5th Year earning her BArch with a minor in Sustainability. She is the current President of the American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS) group at Iowa State University. Abby has spent 2 summers as a student intern at Bergland and Cram Architects and will join the team full-time post-graduation.