As Executive Director, Dawn Kirkwood, creates member value through her expertise in association management, community and economic development, project management, and building collaborative partnerships. She is responsible for organizational management and governance, non-dues revenue, and community and industry outreach. She holds the vision for design professionals as leaders in creating walkable, livable, beautiful, and sustainable communities. She does not break dance. Dawn has an MBA, an MA in Library Science, and has completed coursework toward a PhD in Education.