{"id":29846,"date":"2021-04-30T17:03:42","date_gmt":"2021-04-30T16:03:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsblogsnew.ihbc.org.uk\/?p=29846"},"modified":"2021-04-30T18:10:20","modified_gmt":"2021-04-30T17:10:20","slug":"new-chief-executive-at-rias-part-of-a-programme-of-change","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsblogs.ihbc.org.uk\/?p=29846","title":{"rendered":"New Chief Executive at RIAS: \u2018\u2026 part of a programme of change\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) is delighted to announce that Tamsie Thomson has been appointed as its new Chief Executive as \u2018part of a programme of change\u2019.<\/h3>\n
image: RIAS website<\/em><\/h6>\n

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\u2026 part of a programme of change at the RIAS\u2026<\/span><\/em><\/h2>\n

\u2026 she has brought architecture to vast public audiences\u2026<\/span><\/em><\/h2>\n

RIAS writes:<\/p>\n

….The appointment of Tamsie Thomson as Chief Executive is part of a programme of change at the RIAS that will see the organisation expanding its outreach and influence, and demonstrating the importance of architecture to Scotland\u2019s economy, society and culture. Architecture, for instance, will be central to Scotland\u2019s response to the climate emergency and the country\u2019s post-pandemic future: the RIAS\u2019s voice will therefore need to be heard more urgently than ever before.<\/p>\n

Tamsie\u2019s early years were spent in Edinburgh, and she returned to the city to study architecture and housing at Edinburgh College of Art. Since 2016 she has been Director of the London Festival of Architecture which, under her leadership, has grown to become the world\u2019s largest annual architecture festival. Through her experience, drive and determination, she has brought architecture to vast public audiences, challenged the profession and decision-makers through hard-hitting and influential campaigns, and given important opportunities to a new generation of emerging architects and designers. She has worked hard to promote diversity within the architectural profession, and led important work to demonstrate the huge value of architecture to the national economy.<\/p>\n

As a Managing Director of New London Architecture, Tamsie Thomson has helped to steer the independent member-supported network for debate, discussion and information about the future shape of London during a period of unparalleled turbulence. She leaves the organisation well-placed to continue its important work of bringing people together \u2013 including professionals, political and business leaders, and the wider public – through an inspirational and diverse programme of events, research and publications.<\/p>\n

Tamsie Thomson has also worked at the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), Shelter and the Civic Trust. She has taught architecture at the University of Brighton, and has been guest critic at several schools of architecture. She is an Honorary Fellow of the RIBA.<\/p>\n

Tamsie Thomson said:<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is a huge privilege to join the RIAS as Chief Executive, and I am looking forward to moving back to Scotland to take up this exciting role. I am relishing the opportunity to work with my new RIAS colleagues to support and celebrate the work of RIAS members in Scotland and around the world. I am a passionate advocate of architecture\u2019s capacity to improve people\u2019s lives, and believe that the RIAS has a huge role to play through its work with members, clients, decision-makers and the public. We have a shared purpose to inspire and influence, and to demonstrate the critical role of architects and architecture to Scotland\u2019s cultural, social and economic life.\u201d<\/p>\n

The RIAS President, Christina Gaiger, said:<\/p>\n

\u201cAt a time of great change for Scotland and Scottish architecture, Tamsie Thomson is the Chief Executive we were looking for. I am excited to work with her on our mission to collaborate, upskill and harness new technology as architects play their part in addressing the challenges facing society \u2013 not least the climate emergency. Tamsie has the skills and experience to ensure that RIAS Member\u2019s voices are heard, and to support the Scottish architectural community as we work together to transform Scotland\u2019s built environment.\u201d<\/p>\n

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