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Nita Posada

director of interiors, principal at Skylab Architecture

Nita Posada is a natural leader that puts her heart into each project she鈥檚 a part of. With almost two decades in the architectural, engineering and construction industry, two years ago she was made principal at Skylab. Up until that time, there had never been another principal there beyond the two owners.

Her promotion reflects her leadership, dedication and talent. Some of her duties in this role include managing the many moving parts of the firm, overseeing multiple large hospitality projects, and weekly staffing. Posada is also the force behind the company鈥檚 diversity, equity and inclusion group and has organized and led all DEI meetings and student outreach. Because of her efforts, the company has been able to hire more BIPOC individuals.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Posada sits on the board of directors for the International Interior Design Association chapter of Oregon and the Strategic Advisory Committee. She also volunteers for Vote Forward, Portland Rescue Mission, Friends of Trees, and was a peer support volunteer for Legacy Cancer Institute. She also is leading Skylab鈥檚 mentoring program. Posada also has served as a volunteer teacher with the Architecture Foundation of Oregon.

鈥淎s a woman of color, Nita hasn鈥檛 always been met with support and opportunity,鈥� said Shaun Selberg, project design architect, in his nomination of Posada for a Women of Vision award. 鈥淪he knows first-hand the challenges of the AEC industry and has therefore made it her personal responsibility to help change the paradigm within Skylab and the broader community. She is the heart and soul of our community in the studio. Nita has changed the way we do business with our clients. Her clear, thoughtful communication has won us many projects and returning work. Nita鈥檚 communication style is thoughtful, thorough, and friendly.鈥�