The American Institute of Architects, Los Angeles Chapter

International Practice Committee

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Presented by
Ronald A. Altoon, FAIA, LEED AP, CDP
Founding Partner

Ronald A. Altoon, FAIA is a founding Partner of Altoon + Porter Architects LLP. For over 42 years, Ron
Altoon has provided overall leadership in planning, urban design, sustainable design, architecture,
and interior architecture. Leading the firm into global practice, he is responsible for the design of
projects in 42 countries worldwide. Mr. Altoon's designs have garnered more than 80 awards for
design excellence worldwide.

He is a former National President, First Vice President and Vice President of The American Institute of
Architects, and a frequent lecturer for ICSC, ULI, AIA and major universities globally. He has also
served on the AIA California Council (AIACC) Board of Directors, is a founding member of the AIA
Ronald A. Altoon, FAIA,
LEED AP, CDP
® International Committee, and has served as a council member of the International Union of Architects,
Partner/Director representing the Americas. He has authored five books, including International Shopping Center
Architecture for ICSC, Designing the World's Best Retail Centers, and 21st Century Retail Centers:
Context, Culture and Community. Mr. Altoon is the recent recipient of the AIACC Lifetime Achievement
Award for Distinguished Service for his outstanding contributions to the improvement of the built envi-
ronment, the industry and the community.

Special Thanks to the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising

for sponsoring the room for this presentation.