Past recipients of the President's Medal

Gary Mees PPCIAT MCIAT

From the President, Kevin Crawford's citation:
Gary has been embedded within the world of Architectural Technology for as long as most can remember. As such, he is a fountain of knowledge, constantly moving with the times, a creative thinker and promotes collaboration as the tool to keep our sector relevant, progressive, and ahead of the game. Gary has, and still, sits on many adviser groups to the Scottish Government and building standards and is contacted regularly when the Building Standards Division are looking for an expert in Architectural Technology within the built environment.

Professor Sam Allwinkle PPBIAT FCIAT

From the President, Eddie Weir's citation:
Since I joined the Institute in 2001, I have witnessed first-hand what Sam Allwinkle has done for the profession and discipline, and I am also very aware of his significant contribution prior to me joining. The longevity of Sam's commitment, drive, enthusiasm and motivation of others is truly remarkable; he has been a role model for me and many of my colleagues.

There are many examples which could be cited demonstrating Sam's achievements for Architectural Technology, the discipline and profession, both past and present, and activities he is involved in to ensure the profession is at the forefront, take on the real challenges and provide solutions within the sector.

Known for his professionalism, wise counsel and generosity, Sam has been responsible for laying the foundations for many practising Architectural Technology professionals, having trailblazed the development of undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes in the discipline and establishing CIAT Centre of Excellence status.

I am honoured to be the the first to present the President's Medal and to its inaugural recipient – Sam, for his extensive contributions to the development of Architectural Technology, as a discipline as well as a profession, both in the UK and internationally.