About SDA Atlanta

Our Mission

SDA advances management and administrative professionals in the A/E/C industry through education, networking, and resources.

Professional Development. Personal Growth.

Networking

Ensure your career security by developing your professional network in the A/E/C industry. SDA members regularly recruit from within SDA.

Resources

National SDA, local chapters, webinars, conferences, and discussion forums are just a few of the resources exclusive to SDA members.

Certification

Prove your dedication and set yourself apart with your Certified Design Firm Administrator (CDFA) credential. Certified members expand their marketability via ongoing education.

Develop Industry Related Skills And Knowledge.

The six core areas below are vital to better practice management in A/E/C firms and for SDA members to excel in the design industry. They are the pillars of our continuing education seminars, on-line resources, networking opportunities, and the Certification Program. Access On-Demand Learning through the National e-Learning Resource page.

Finance
Human Resources
Leadership
Office Administration
Marketing
Project Management

Become A Member

Advance Your Career

With the support of SDA and access to our training, education and robust national network of chapters and online forums, you’ll become known as a go-to professional who can not only advocate for the best practice management principles, but implement and maintain them to continually grow your skills and add value to your firm.

Join today to get access to SDA’s:

  • Conferences and seminars

  • E-Learning programs

  • Webinars

  • Local Chapters

  • Member Center and online forums

  • Certified Design Firm Administrator (CDFA) program

Meet The Board

Tina M. Garbos, CDFA
Tina M. Garbos, CDFAPresident
Lindsay Durden, CDFA
Lindsay Durden, CDFATreasurer
Beth Forsythe
Beth ForsytheSecretary
Arlene Mohammed, CDFA
Arlene Mohammed, CDFAPast President
Mila Ruth Smith, CDFA
Mila Ruth Smith, CDFADirector

Canstruction® is a unique charity which hosts competitions, exhibitions and events showcasing colossal structures made entirely out of full cans of food. After the structures are built, the creations go on display to the public as a giant art exhibition. At the end of the event, all food is donated to local hunger relief organizations.  Canstruction® was founded in 1992 by the late Cheri Melillo (SDA New York), and has grown to become one of the largest and most consistent canned food contributors to food banks in the world.