Middle Atlantic Regional Council (MARC) Representatives

Advancing the profession by informing the National Board of Directors and other Institute bodies of important professional issues and opportunities

Brenden Frederick, AIA

Regional Representative, Middle Atlantic (2018-2021)

Brenden D. Frederick, AIA, LEED AP, Associate Principal, joined Becker Morgan Group after graduating from Tulane University with a Master and Bachelor of Architecture. He serves as project manager for a multitude of projects including educational, public safety, healthcare, commercial and multi-family residential. Brenden helped establish the intern development program and enjoys providing valuable hands on experiences for each intern. He has impacted all levels of the firm with his inclusive leadership style, mentorship, and enthusiasm for his work. Brenden serves on numerous civic and professional boards, including being an appointed member of the Salisbury Historic District Commission, President of the Rotary Club of Wicomico County and has served in numerous leadership roles for AIA Maryland and AIA Chesapeake Bay Chapter.

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410.546.9100

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Guilherme A.M. Almeida, AIA, NCARB

Regional Representative, Middle Atlantic (2021-2023)

Guilherme A.M. Almeida, AIA is a lead designer and Senior Associate at Hickok Cole, a Washington, DC based architecture firm. Gui has worked with a wide range of clients on a variety of project typologies. Most recently, he worked as design lead for a build-to-suit renovation of the American Geophysical Union’s headquarters in Washington DC, shepherding base building and interiors teams through a challenging, one-of-a-kind project. Upon completion, AGU will become the region’s first net zero energy commercial office renovation. He plays an integral role in the firm’s high-performance design practice and constantly seeks innovative ways to apply sustainable practices and design thinking across the firm’s portfolio to minimize our collective impact on the environment

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202.667.9776