I turned to A.I. to understand the 2023 AIA Jury of Fellows results…
Here’s what I learned…
Question 4:
“What is the impact on members of a professional organization reducing the number of awards given each year to candidates that previous recipients of the award and other esteemed supporters feel are deserving?”
Reducing the number of awards given each year to candidates who are considered deserving by previous recipients of the award can have a significant impact on members of a professional organization.
Firstly, it can create a sense of disappointment and disillusionment among members who may have expected the award to be given to a deserving candidate. This can lead to a loss of motivation and engagement among members who may have worked hard to achieve the award in the past or were hoping to receive it in the future.
Secondly, it can cause a rift within the organization, with some members feeling that the award has lost its prestige and others feeling that the selection process has become unfair or biased. This can lead to a breakdown in trust and cooperation among members and undermine the overall goals of the organization.
Thirdly, it can impact the reputation of the organization within the wider professional community. If the award is seen as being less prestigious or unfairly awarded, it can damage the organization's credibility and make it harder to attract new members or partners.
In conclusion, reducing the number of awards given each year to deserving candidates can have a negative impact on the members of a professional organization, their engagement and motivation, the organization's reputation and its ability to achieve its goals. Therefore, careful consideration should be given to any changes to the award selection process to ensure it is fair, transparent, and aligned with the organization's values and objectives.
This post ends my A.I. discussion. It’s important to celebrate the 73 individuals elevated to the 2023 Class of American Institute of Architects College of Fellows. These folks succeeded with a jury that set an unprecedented high bar. Bravo! For those AIA Architects not elevated, juries are like the wind. Wait a bit, and the direction will change.
