TowerPinkster Named an ‘Emerging Professional Exemplary Firm’ by AIA Indiana

We’re proud to have been named a 2024 AXP Exemplary Firm by AIA Indiana. More so, TowerPinkster is one of just two firms in Southern Indiana to have received the designation for our commitment to supporting team members interested in pursuing licensure.

About the AXP Award

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Principal John Hawkins, FAIA (far left), receives the AXP Exemplary Firm Award from AIA Indiana.

The new AXP Exemplary Firm award aims to provide a clearer, more accessible route for individuals pursuing licenses. Firms that receive the designation are committed to supporting young or emerging professionals throughout the licensing process in various ways. As a firm focused on mentorship, we’re proud to have received this designation and look forward to continuing to support the careers of future architects.

At TowerPinkster, support of the licensure process includes:

  • Hands-on experience in project planning, project management, programming, and project development phases for all staff including interns.
  • Review NCARB’s AXP core competencies
  • Support of continuing education opportunities
  • Mentorship program
  • Cover the cost of establishing and maintaining an NCARB record
  • Cover the cost of ARE study materials
  • Covers ARE exam costs and time
  • Cover the cost of state license fees and reciprocity fees for multiple states
  • Cover the costs of AIA Membership, both locally and nationally
  • Encourages intern and design professionals to participate in community service activities
  • And more!