March Professional Member of the Month

Kerry Weig

INVISION

Principal & Managing Architect

1. What is the most exciting and energizing aspect of your current position?

INVISION is an amazing place to work. Hands down, the most exciting and energizing aspect of my current position is our culture-it is one of focus on the client, working smartly, and creation of opportunities, all while creating beautiful architecture. My position lets me explore each of these facets in many unique ways. I love seeing the application of our culture unfold in our projects and learning more about the people through their development.

2. What was the last interesting podcast you listened to?

I’m totally a podcast lady. They have helped me survive The last interesting podcast I listened to was Losing 100 Pounds with Corinne. While it was interesting, I’d probably rather share my favorite podcast which is Brendon Burchard’s The Brendon Show. It’s all about high performance, which I could listen to night and day. (My favorite magazine is Harvard business Review!:))  I’ve converted tools and tips and the High-Performance Planner into a digital format in OneNote, combined it with my spiritual journal and daily task planner to set the stage for most days. It’s been a great resource for me to keep focused, keep on track with my short and long-term goals, and keeping gratitude and prayer at the forefront of my life. 

3. What professional accomplishment are you most proud of?

The professional accomplishment I am most proud of would be a service award from the Memorial Union at Iowa State. It was so meaningful to me because I stood side by side with some of the amazing people that I developed relationships with over my project work within the MU and represented service, not design. Service means so much to me and has a high value when I list accomplishments.

4. What advice would you give to the next generation of female leaders?

I’ve learned so much about being a woman in a professional practice in the 2o+ years since I have graduated, it’s hard to sum up it up. To all you ladies out there- You rock, girl. Do not waste one minute doubting yourself. You are where you are meant to be-make the most of that opportunity today, not tomorrow. Align yourself with people that make you laugh and will help you grow. Be grateful. Enjoy life. Live your life. 

5. We are Iowa Women in Architecture; who were the female role models that inspired you? 

My role models start at home with my girls. I watch them take on the world with a joy and intensity I’ve taken 46 years to not even come close to achieving, and they are 16 and 9. They are my heroes. In the profession, I’ve been always grateful to Kate Schwennsen who was a masterful instructor and has always had sage advice to offer on navigating this field as a woman. I also admire Mindy Aust and Danielle Herman for blazing trails in all that they do. For the younger population reading this-get to know these two ladies. You will be glad to have crossed paths with them and they are guaranteed to inspire.