2026 AIA Virginia State Media Kit - Other - Page 4
2026
VA State Annual Conference
Architecture Exchange East
November 4-5, 2026
Richmond Marriott
An Innovative Approach to Connect and Engage with Architects in the state of Virginia
Live engagement is more important than ever.
ArchEx sponsors have many opportunities to connect with Virginia
architects through personal engagement during this 2-day event.
Our new approach to an annual convention provides gatherings to problem
solve side-by-side with architects...immersing your sales team in ongoing
facilitated workshop discussions, breakout sessions, tours,
group dining, social gatherings, and multiple celebrations.
The ArchEx event in Richmond was an occasion to remember.
The newly designed format where architects and vendors intermingle,
created a laid back, comfortable atmosphere for both. This in turn
created very unique opportunities to meet new friends.
~ Walter Lourie, Mafi Flooring
Tentative Schedule of Events:
Day 1 - Engage/Problem-Solve, Networking
ArchEx is not your traditional
‘stand-at-a-table’event,
it’s a REAL opportunity
to engage!
• Morning Keynote
• Networking Lunch
• EXPO / Networking
• Education and Knowledge Committee Sessions - learn side-by-side your architect-partners.
• Choice of Tours / Workshops - Network and make new friends.
• “CONNECTIONS” Welcome Reception / EXPO
• Casual Dinner Meetups / Leadership Dinner
Day 2 - Networking, Exhibit, Educate/Problem-Solve, Celebrate
• Morning Coffee and Networking
• Roundtable Discussions and Continuing Education
• EXPO LUNCH / Networking
• Continuing Education and Knowledge Committee events
• VISIONS Design Awards
* schedule subject to change
To Secure your ArchEx Sponsorship:
Contact Jody Cranford • jcranford@AIAVA.org • 800-818-0289
