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EPISODE · Jun 11, 2026 · 44 MIN

Future of Architects | Carole Wedge | S8 E12

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S8 E12: Carole Wedge FAIA NOMA LEED AP is the CEO/EVP of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) - the largest design organization in the world with over 101K members across 200 chapters. An accredited architect herself who for 17 years served as CEO of Shepley Bulfinch- one of the nation’s largest architecture & interior firms founded in 1874, there are few better guests to speak about the profession, role, and nature of Architects. From addressing climate change to encouraging diversity, highlighting the rigorous education and licensing requirements to discussing the transformative technological moment happening right now – this episode explores some of the unique qualities of architects, the cross-disciplinary and systems-based nature of the profession, and the skills needed by the next generation. ABOUT THE SERIES: FUTURE OF XYZ is an award-winning interview series that explores big questions about where we are as a world and where we’re going. Presented by iF Design- host of the prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD- FUTURE OF XYZ is also a proud member of the SURROUND Podcast Network. New episodes every other Thursday. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Follow @futureofxyz and @ifdesign on Instagram, listen wherever you get your favorite podcasts, watch on YouTube, or visit ifdesign.com/XYZ for show links and more. 

S8 E12: Carole Wedge FAIA NOMA LEED AP is the CEO/EVP of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) - the largest design organization in the world with over 101K members across 200 chapters. An accredited architect herself who for 17 years served as CEO of Shepley Bulfinch- one of the nation’s largest architecture & interior firms founded in 1874, there are few better guests to speak about the profession, role, and nature of Architects. From addressing climate change to encouraging diversity, highlighting the rigorous education and licensing requirements to discussing the transformative technological moment happening right now – this episode explores some of the unique qualities of architects, the cross-disciplinary and systems-based nature of the profession, and the skills needed by the next generation. ABOUT THE SERIES: FUTURE OF XYZ is an award-winning interview series that explores big questions about where we are as a world and where we’re going. Presented by iF Design- host of the prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD- FUTURE OF XYZ is also a proud member of the SURROUND Podcast Network. New episodes every other Thursday. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Follow @futureofxyz and @ifdesign on Instagram, listen wherever you get your favorite podcasts, watch on YouTube, or visit ifdesign.com/XYZ for show links and more.

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