Richard A. Foster was recently awarded a 2020 AIA TN Presidential Award of Excellence in recognition of his continued contributions to enhance and improve the profession of Architecture and AIA Tennessee. As the 2021 incoming President for AIA TN, Richard has held leadership positions both regionally and state-wide. He has advocated for positive changes in our field, and led many outreach initiatives for the organization, including – a month long celebration of architecture in April. In 2018, he was recognized as a regional champion for AIA National’s Blueprint for Better program.

Kathryn Greer has been selected as part of the , presented by Lincoln Memorial University. This is the 14th class that Knox.biz, formerly the Greater Knoxville Business Journal, has honored. Kathryn has always been a firm believer in the importance of art and its integration into our built environments through thoughtful design practices. She has brought this approach to her role at MHM and her various community organizations in which she is involved.