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May 23 2025

EA609: Carina Mills – The Death of Apprenticeship: Architecture’s Urgent Culture Shift

EA609: Carina Mills – The Death of Apprenticeship: Architecture’s Urgent Culture ShiftMark R. LePage
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The Death of Apprenticeship: Architecture’s Urgent Culture Shift

In this episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast, Carina Mills, Senior Talent Director at RDC and President of AIA California, dives into the urgent culture shift reshaping architecture. She shares her personal journey from technical architect to leadership, emphasizing the fading model of traditional apprenticeship and the critical need for more inclusive, equitable, and supportive work environments.

Carina explores how mentorship is evolving to meet the expectations of emerging architects and stresses the importance of open communication and balanced work culture to sustain the profession’s future. She also highlights the diversity of firm experiences that have shaped her approach to leadership and practice improvement.

This episode offers valuable insights into transforming architectural culture to better support and retain talent while fostering innovation and inclusivity.

This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, The Death of Apprenticeship: Architecture’s Urgent Culture Shift with Carina Mills.

Learn more about Carina and her work at RDC, and connect with her on LinkedIn.


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Written by Mark R. LePage · Categorized: EntreArchitect Podcast with Mark R. LePage · Tagged: AIA California, Architecture, culture shift, design thinking, inclusivity, leadership, mentorship, Professional Growth, small firms, talent management

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