Slate for the 2027 AIA San Antonio Board of Directors
The Nominating Committee puts forward this Slate for the AIA San Antonio 2027 Board of Directors. The membership will be asked to vote at the Chapter Meeting on Monday, September 28 2026. Voting is limited to professional members only.
2027 PRESIDENT
Allison Lerma, AIA
Overland International
Allison Lerma, AIA, NCARB, is a licensed architect since 2018 in Texas and Arizona with experience in education, educational sports, commercial, industrial, and hospitality sectors. A proud San Antonio native and graduate of the University of Texas at San Antonio, Allison has dedicated her career to creating meaningful, sustainable architecture while fostering community, mentorship, and inclusion within the profession.
Currently a senior architect at Overland International, Allison is known for her deep technical expertise, particularly in construction administration and architectural detailing. She plays a key role in upholding Overland International’s commitment to environmental sustainability and high-quality design and construction, ensuring that projects deliver lasting value to both people and place. Her recent work on the Selby Gardens project earned recognition with the 2024 AIA San Antonio COTE Award and a 2026 National COTE top 10 Award.
Beyond her project work, Allison is a dynamic leader and advocate for equity in architecture. She previously served as the 2025 Women in Architect Network Chair, and on the board as the Director of Networks and Programming. Currently she serves as the 2026 President Elect and 2027 President for AIA San Antonio. In these roles, she works to amplify underrepresented voices, support emerging professionals, and foster a more inclusive architectural community. Her dedication to mentorship is deeply personal—having built her career without female leadership to look to, she has made it her mission to be the mentor and role model she once needed.
Allison’s commitment to service extends to her extensive volunteer work with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Rebuilding Together, the San Antonio Food Bank, and the Headwaters at Incarnate Word. She has also contributed to AIA San Antonio’s strategic planning committee and multiple QAQC committees, continuously working to improve both process and culture within the profession.
Driven, creative, and values-centered, Allison brings passion and purpose to every aspect of her life and work. Whether mentoring peers, managing complex projects, or advocating for greater diversity in the field, she exemplifies architecture as a force for good—one building, one person, and one community at a time.
2028 PRESIDENT-ELECT
Beverly Baldwin, AIA
Alamo Architects
From the small town of Helotes, Texas, Beverly attended the University of Texas at San Antonio where she earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Architecture. She is now a licensed Architect and a Principal at Alamo Architects. Beverly specializes in affordable multi-family design with involvement in over thirteen thousand housing units since 2004. Over the past decade, Beverly has focused her knowledge of affordable housing on historic high-rise retrofits and renovations. She leads the local market in adaptive reuse conversions through her work on iconic buildings like The Tower Life. She was recently recognized by Bisnow as the 2026 Innovator of the Year. Her mission to build communities extends beyond housing and beyond the project realm.
Through her career and personal life, Beverly dedicates her time to mentorship and guiding youth on paths towards success. In her professional career, she spent 5 years as the co-chair for the AIA San Antonio Chapter Professional Practice and Leadership Program (2PLP) and now sits on the advisory committee. She leads the mentorship program at Alamo Architects and is Board Chair of Safety Whys Cares, a non-profit focused on childcare and injury prevention. Beverly is active on many boards and committees serving her community in ways that promote gender equity, mentorship, and cultural awareness.
SECRETARY
Denise Dart, AIA
Marmon Mok
Denise Dart, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP, is an Associate Partner at Marmon Mok Architecture recognized for her dynamic leadership, strategic focus, and exceptional project management expertise. As both a Project Architect and Project Manager, Denise plays a pivotal role in the successful delivery of complex civic and institutional projects. Her meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and collaborative leadership style ensure excellence through every phase of design and construction.
With extensive experience managing large-scale campus developments, Denise has successfully guided clients through the complexities of multi-building projects, coordinating diverse stakeholder groups and leading large consultant teams with confidence and efficiency. Her ability to balance technical precision with client-centered service has earned her a reputation as a trusted advisor and project leader.
Denise holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Kansas State University and is a registered architect in Texas. She is accredited as both a LEED AP BD+C and WELL AP, demonstrating her commitment to creating sustainable, high-performing, and wellness-focused environments.
An active leader within the design and construction community, Denise served for five years on the Associated General Contractors (AGC) San Antonio Chapter Board of Directors and is a member of Leadership San Antonio Class 50. She is passionate about advancing the profession through mentorship, community engagement, and fostering meaningful industry partnerships.
Beyond the office, Denise brings the same energy and team spirit while serving as captain of Marmon Mok’s softball team, where she continues to cultivate camaraderie, leadership, and a winning mindset. Outside of her professional and community commitments, Denise and her husband enjoy supporting their two sons, spending much of their free time traveling to sports games, practices, and other family activities.
TREASURER
Nasario Arreguin, AIA
VLK Architects
Nasario Arreguin, AIA, is an Associate and Project Architect at VLK Architects. He has served previously as the Emerging Professionals Director and is currently an Architecture Licensing Advisor for AIA San Antonio, supporting the next generation of architects through mentorship and guidance. He is also a designated an NCARB Architecture Licensing Advisor with his firm, VLK. Nasario holds a Master of Architecture from the University of Texas at San Antonio and a Bachelor of Environmental Design from Texas A&M University.
EMERGING PROFESSIONAL DIRECTOR
Miguel Elizardo, Assoc. AIA
Lake Flato Architects
Miguel Elizardo, Assoc. AIA, is a Design Performance Technologist at Lake Flato Architects, where he integrates climate analysis, early-stage energy and daylight modeling, computational workflows, and drone-based documentation into the daily work of design teams. His focus is on making performance analysis accessible to architects rather than specialists, developing workflows that can be replicated across projects and adopted firm-wide. His work has been featured at Autodesk University, the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design, and IBPSA SimBuild, and he has taught in classrooms at UTSA and the University of Oklahoma.
Miguel holds LEED AP BD+C and WELL AP credentials, both earned within a three-month period, as well as an FAA Part 107 drone certification. He is currently pursuing architectural licensure. He studied architecture at The University of Texas at San Antonio and has spent nearly a decade in practice, transitioning from architectural production into sustainability and building performance. In 2026, Miguel was recognized with the AIA San Antonio Rising Star Award.
DIRECTOR of ADVOCACY
Steven Marrone, AIA
Benjamin Vana Martinez & Cano
Steven is a partner with Benjamin Vana Martinez & Cano, providing legal counsel to architects throughout the state of Texas. Before practicing law, Steven was (and remains) a registered architect, having worked on multiple designs and realized projects with an architecture firm in San Antonio, Texas. Steven is a member of the Jefferson Society, serves as the TAC Trustee for the AIA San Antonio chapter, and remains active with advocacy efforts through the Texas Society of Architects. Steven is an adjunct faculty member at the University of Texas at San Antonio’s School of Architecture, teaching professional practice and ethics to graduate architecture students. Steven is a member of the San Antonio Bar Association’s and State Bar of Texas’s construction law sections. He regularly presents to architecture firms as well as attorneys in the construction law section about claims and defenses against design professionals and typical contract provisions in owner-architect and architect-consultant agreements.
DIRECTOR of COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Charles Schneider, AIA
Gensler
Charles Schneider, AIA, is an Architect, Design Manager, and Senior Associate at Gensler’s San Antonio office. Originally from Texas, he relocated to San Antonio in 2006 after graduating from Texas A&M University to pursue a Master of Architecture degree at The University of Texas at San Antonio.
Charles began his career with Overland Partners as an intern in 2007 and joined the firm full-time in 2008 upon completing his graduate studies. Over the course of 15 years, he advanced into leadership roles, ultimately serving as Senior Architect and Director of Design Operations. In 2021, he joined Gensler, motivated by the opportunity to help grow the San Antonio office and expand its impact within the design profession and local community.
Charles and his wife, Sarah, have been married for 12 years and are proud parents to two children: Amelia (9) and Andrew (6). Outside of work, he enjoys playing basketball, building and creating with his hands, and brings extensive experience as a steel fabricator.
DIRECTOR of NETWORKS
Amber Perry, AIA
Slay Architecture
Amber Perry, AIA, NCARB, is a Texas- and Arizona-licensed architect with more than 25 years of experience in architectural design, interior architecture, design-build, construction documentation, and project leadership. A San Antonio native and Texas A&M University graduate, she currently practices with SLAY Architecture, bringing design clarity, technical rigor, and a collaborative approach to residential, commercial, civic, and community projects.
Amber serves on the 2026 AIA San Antonio Board of Directors as Director of Networks & Programming and as 2026 Chair of the Women in Architecture Network. A passionate advocate for mentorship and professional development, she leads the ARE “Recovery” Study Group, serves as a Senior Architect Licensing Advisor and NCARB AXP Supervisor, and contributes to architectural education as a guest lecturer and graduate thesis reviewer. She is also a Cal OES Safety Assessment Program Evaluator and is committed to strengthening the profession through service, mentorship, leadership, and meaningful community engagement.
DIRECTOR of PROGRAMS
Jeffrey Watson, AIA
KP&J Architects & Engineers
Jeffrey Watson, AIA is the Managing Principal of KP&J Architects and Engineers’ San Antonio office. He is an architect and urban designer with more than 17 years of experience leading projects that bring together architecture, planning, and strategic problem-solving. His work spans a broad range of public and private sector projects, with experience guiding facilities and redevelopment efforts from initial programming through construction administration.
Jeffrey holds a Bachelor of Architecture from The University of Texas at Austin and is a registered architect in the State of Texas. Since arriving in San Antonio in 2008, he has been actively involved with AIA San Antonio, including serving as Co-Chair of the Urban Affairs Committee, Co-Chair of the Beaux Arts Ball, and Treasurer on the AIA San Antonio Board of Directors.
Beyond his professional practice, Jeffrey is passionate about the relationship between the built environment, urban connectivity, and quality of life. An avid cyclist and advocate for multimodal transportation, he has served on the City of San Antonio Linear Creekways Advisory Board, working to expand access to trails and transportation options and to strengthen the connections between neighborhoods, public spaces, and the broader community. He believes architects have an important role not only in designing individual buildings, but also in advocating for the communities, infrastructure, and public realm that shape how people experience and move through their city.
TxA DIRECTOR & PAST PRESIDENT
Carr Hornbuckle, AIA
Carr Hornbuckle, AIA, is a licensed architect with 26 years of experience in firm leadership and project management. After graduating from the University of Texas – Austin and living in Austin and Dallas, he returned to my hometown of San Antonio in 2003. Since that time, he has worked for three different architecture firms; most recently as a Senior Associate with RVK Architecture.
Carr has been married since 2015; his partner, Jack, is an associate professor at Trinity University in the engineering sciences department.
