Valarie brings 20 years of experience in healthcare, corporate, religious, and institutional architectural design/documentation. She is also experienced in BIM modeling technology and graphic illustration. Valarie is an active member of professional organizations and groups such as the American Institute of Architects (AIA), AEC Power Women, and NOMA (National Organization for Minority Architects). She is currently working to charter a local chapter of NOMA in Nashville. Most recently, Valarie was appointed by Nashville Mayor Megan Barry to serve as the Architectural Liaison on the Metro Nashville Plumbing Examiners and Appeals Board.