ROCHESTER, NY – September 13, 2024 – The Rochester Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA Rochester) is pleased to announce that its 2024 president, Jamie Bucci, AIA of SWBR, has been named a Rochester Business Journal (RBJ) 2024 Forty Under 40 honoree.
“The 2024 Forty Under 40 recipients are outstanding young leaders who are professionally successful yet also working to improve their communities and inspire change,” said Suzanne Fischer-Huettner, managing director of BridgeTower Media/Rochester Business Journal. “They are the next generation of leaders in Rochester, and we are pleased to honor their impressive achievements.”
Bucci has been active in AIA Rochester for nearly a decade, first on the Board of Directors and most recently as President. He is well respected by his peers and mentors as evidenced by his 2019 AIA Rochester’s Emerging Rochester Architect of the Year Award.
“Jamie leads by example and thoroughly understands the needs of our chapter, our board, and our members,” said Linda Hewitt, Hon. AIANYS, Associate Director for AIA Rochester. “Jamie envisions events to meet members’ needs and executes them.”
Last year Bucci organized a series of Business Development continuing education sessions in response to member feedback. He revitalized participation with local architecture firm leaders to improve communication with members. He is actively working with emerging professionals to update how AIA Rochester supports them in taking their Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) to become registered architects. He envisioned adding a Past President role to the Board of Directors and he will be the first to serve in this role. He is also forming a Young Architects group to help guide members at the midpoint of their career.
Bucci encourages member volunteerism and investment in the profession, which serves the community at large. In addition to his investment in AIA Rochester, Bucci has been an active member of the Rochester chapter of the ACE Mentor Program, which introduces high school students to the architecture, construction, and engineering professions. He encourages fellow AIA members to participate as well. Bucci has been an ongoing supporter of the AIA Rochester annual Golf Tournament, which raises scholarship money for local students pursuing a degree in architecture.
Bucci brings his contagious energy and enthusiasm to all of his endeavors and encourages his colleagues to do the same.
“Jamie is goal oriented and works tirelessly to achieve anything he undertakes,” said Michelle Murnane, AIA, Executive Director of AIA Rochester. “He takes time to listen and understand complex situations while imparting his wisdom to ensure success. His contributions go beyond what we would hope from a board member or president, and he works hard to include everyone. Jamie makes work fun and inspires those around him. He is a pleasure to work with and is the true meaning of leadership, mentorship, and commitment to excellence.”