Thom Lowther PVW, DRA, VWS, Art League

Experience

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  American Institute of Architects

  Mar 1995 - May 2009

  Senior Director, Continuing Education Systems

  Focused on the development and implementation of the new Continuing Education System (CES). Emphasis on increasing the quality, quantity, opportunities and knowledge among architects and related design professionals. Success was achieved by working closely with volunteers; committees, component leaders, industry education providers, A/E firms, universities and dedicated staff. For more than 14 year I worked with enthusiastic volunteers and firm members to create and deliver annual CES Firm Leadership Symposiums; Together with component executives and AIA members, we worked cooperatively with State licensing boards to establish reciprocal national MCE requirements and quality CE standards; During our national conventions and with a succession of creative staff we developed and managed the highly successful annual CES MarketPlace Expo and CES Provider training workshops; And because I worked with such capable and resourceful staff, I was enabled to present, coach, and/or facilitate at more than 400 national and international conferences, workshops and symposiums. Show less

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  Union Internationale des Architectes

  Feb 2004 - May 2009

  Continuing Professional Development Reciprocity Task Force Liaison

  Involved with the development, implementation, and promotion of international standards of excellence for architect's professional development and education collaboration as the American Institute of Architect's professional development liaison with the Union Internationale des Architectes. Continued professional involvement with the UIA by providing online sustainability education in 2011.

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  U.S. Green Building Council

  Jun 2009 - May 2011

  Vice President, Education

  Focused on building a global educate system related to successful sustainability issues and practices by providing leadership for the formulation and implementation of vision, strategies and programs related to the association's education content, development, support, and global delivery. Advocated the transformation toward increased online and web based learning.

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  Lowther7, LLC

  Jun 2011 - Dec 2018

  CEO

  A professional network that teamed together for over 25 years to provide clients'​ customized and practical education learning strategies and solutions that addressed economic, technological, and professional challenges. The business core was based upon the "7 Key Elements for Learning Strategies."

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  Arup

  Feb 2012 - Jan 2014

  Learning & Development - Americas Regional Manager

  Worked with practice, group and skills network leaders to identify training priorities and opportunity gaps. Coordinated with members at Arup University (London) to identify, develop and deliver pilot - online content for the Arup University platform. Restructured the project management training in the Americas for first and second line managers by blending online and on-site courses based upon knowledge and skill levels.

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  L7 StudioArt

  Jan 2017 - now

  Fine Artist

  As a fine artist I am interested in a variety of subjects, finding myself drawn to landscapes and historic cityscapes. I paint to express inspiration, feelings and connections with people and places. My subjects are from a personal, expressive point of view, seeking to find and share a personal story with each painting and drawing. View additional work at: www.ThomLowtherArt.com

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  Palette22

  Sept 2018 - Sept 2020

  Artist In Residence

  Prior to COVID I painted on-site alternating with a team of 30 artists, seven days a week providing live demonstrations, instruction and art for sale. View current work at: www.ThomLowtherArt.com