EVENT DETAILS:

WHY ATTEND?

Please join us for a unique workshop that will teach you how to think creatively about your small business and nonprofit spaces. Attendees will learn about the latest federal, state, and county funding opportunities, building products and ideas on how to enhance “bricks and mortar” spaces. The event will be free for attendees. Funders will share numerous resources to get the financial support you need for your next capital project.

The conference will be held at the Hyattsville Library. Lunch will be provided.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZER

Triple Line Studio is a woman-owned small business in Hyattsville, providing architectural services for small businesses and nonprofits. We work with clients to design their spaces - old or new, big or small, owned or leased - and amplify their mission to support their organization’s triple bottom line. From stakeholder engagement to concept plans we have the tools to coach them along the way. We provide the information they need to target grants, dazzle donors, interest investors, and launch a capital project to transform their organization.

AGENDA

10:30 AM – 11:00 AM | REGISTRATION & COFFEE sponsored by TBD

Registration will open at 10:30 AM. Attendees are welcome to have a coffee sponsored by TBD and network in the library lobby.

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | INTRODUCTION & PRESENTATION

Triple Line Studio will open the event with highlights from the TLS Resource page. This will be followed by a panel discussion.

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | networking EXPO & lunch sponsored by TBD

Attendees will pick up a free lunch generously sponsored by TBD and tour the mini-expo talking to funding and project experts.

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | WORKSHOPS

Participate in the break-out session/workshop of your choice.

PANELISTS

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CAREY L. JONES

MARYLAND HISTORICAL TRUST

Carey L. Jones is a Preservation Officer with the Maryland Historic Revitalization Tax Credit Program. In her current capacity Ms. Jones reviews state and Federal tax credit projects and provides technical support for owners of historic properties. Before joining MHT, Ms. Jones worked as a Senior Preservation Planner/Secretary to the Commission of Architectural Review for the City of Richmond, Virginia, where she was the primary point of contact for the local historic district program. Ms. Jones has a BA in History/Political Science from Rutgers University and an MA in Historic Preservation Planning from Cornell University.

Jesse Kirsch

NOPLAN Studio

Jesse Kirsch is a multi-talented creative, working as a graphic designer, muralist, letterpress printer, and artist. With a profound appreciation for the craftsmanship and creativity of bygone eras, Jesse values the artistry and dedication that characterized creative professions in the past. His endeavors have led to the creation of authentic brands and designs, leaving a memorable mark on the visual landscape. 

RAYYA NEWMAN, AIA, LEED BD+C, SEED

TRIPLE LINE STUDIO (EVENT ORGANIZER)

Rayya is a public interest architect and the founder of Triple Line Studio. Licensed in Maryland and DC, she has worked in the DC area for over 20 years. In 2017 her project, Pyramid Atlantic Art Center, an adaptive reuse project in the heart of historic Hyattsville, won Preservation Maryland’s Community Choice Award. In addition to running her own firm, Rayya also teaches design studios as a professor at the University of Maryland School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation.

LUNCH EXPO

ANACOSTIA TRAILS HERITAGE AREA

The Anacostia Trails Heritage Area is one of 13 Heritage Areas certified by the State of Maryland under the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority. Heritage Areas contribute to the state and local economy through tourism.

MARYLAND HISTORICAL TRUST

The Maryland Historical Trust is the state agency dedicated to preserving and interpreting the legacy of Maryland's past. Through research, conservation and education, the Maryland Historical Trust assists the people of Maryland in understanding their historical and cultural heritage.

PEPCO ENERGY SAVINGS FOR BUSINESS

The Pepco Energy Savings for Business Program provides financial incentives for you to install new energy-efficient equipment in your business.

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WORKSHOPS

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PARTNERS

Thank you to our partners!

Anacostia Trails Heritage Area

Hyattsville Community Development Corporation

HYATTSVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY

Purple Line Corridor Coalition

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