Our Organization

NOMA NW is an organization that advocates for greater cultural diversity and equity within the design industry. The NW Chapter provides a platform where BIPOC AEC professionals and Allies can work together to affect change within the workplace as well as within schools and communities throughout Seattle and the Pacific Northwest.

Our Mission

NOMA NW empowers its members to thrive and grow through professional and community-based initiatives and programs. We are all strongest when our industry is inclusive, equitable, and diverse. We welcome and support all marginalized individuals of every color, gender, sexual orientation, and religion throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Our Vision

NOMA NW works to encourage and galvanize its members, sponsors, supporters, allies, and volunteers around various social and community initiatives. Our organization rallies around the guiding principle that positive change comes through the dismantling of discrimination, prejudices, and inequitable practices within the AEC industry.

2025-2026 Board Positions are still OPEN!

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2025 Board Members

Cierra Higgins, President

Matt Fujimoto, Treasurer

Nasreen Al-Tamimi, Project Pipeline Chair

Michael Bryant, Vice President

Alise Kuwahara Day, Event Coordinator

Vice President
Veronica Barrow (2020 - 2022)
Crystal Day (2018-2020)
Parliamentarian
Lisa Sato (2020 - 2022)
Meredith Everist (2018 - 2020)
Secretary
Marcus Freeman (2023)
Kimberlyn Caoagas (2018-2021)
Treasurer
Patricia Quist-Therson (2021-2022)
Marketing Director
Rachel Madryga (2023-2024)
Sofia Soto (2020-2022)
Public Policy Liaison
Simba Mafundikwa (2020 - 2022)
Project Pipeline
Susan Frieson (2020-2023)
Call-to-Action/Allied Associates
Michael Bryant (2020-2022)
Community Engagement Liaison
Rania Qawasma (2020-2023)