Nicki Marrone, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, is a Principal with Alamo Architects in San Antonio where she leads the PK-12 studio. She received a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Architecture from Rice University and is a registered architect in the State of Texas. She served as AIA San Antonio’s chapter president in 2015, was the 2023 president of the Texas Society of Architects, and previously chaired the Society’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Taskforce. Through her many roles as an advocate for the profession, she has been able to champion diversity, wellbeing, and the path of emerging professionals. Nicki regularly participates in mentoring events, career days, and other programs to educate youth about architecture’s impact on society and career opportunities for all.