Staff Profiles

Mike Waldinger, Executive Vice President
Email - - - Phone: 217.522.2309 x 4Mike has been with AIA Illinois since 2001 and is the chief staff executive. He reports to the board and works with the staff team and volunteer leaders to help set the strategic direction for the organization with a particular emphasis on the core mission of advancing the profession through advocacy initiatives.

Mary Young, Program Director
Email - - - Phone: 217.522.2309 x 3Mary joined AIA Illinois in 2001 and her responsibilities include event/meeting planning and marketing. She also manages the Internal and External Communications (print and e-newsletters, annual report, social media pages, website content, press releases). Mary can also help you if you have questions about Mandatory Continuing Education or have questions about your transcript.

Eric Klinner, CAE, Membership Director
Email - - - Phone: 217.522.2309 x 2Eric has been with AIA Illinois since 2006. He is responsible for member recruitment, retention, and support. He also works closely with the Board as liaison, maintains the membership mailing list as well as accounts payable and general office management. Please contact Eric should you need information about becoming a member or assistance with understanding benefits.

Chris Casey, Special Projects Coordinator
Email - - - Phone: 217.522.2309 x 1Chris has been with AIA Illinois since 2004. His responsibilities include working with the Executive Vice President and the Contract Lobbyist on advocacy initiatives. He assists with government affairs, grassroots coordination and the Illinois Architects Political Action Committee. Please contact Chris for more information about our legislative issues, or if you would like to give to the IAPAC.