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Are you a driven professional who wants to be recognized for your dedication to the A/E/C industry? Do you want to further your career by proving your expertise? The SDA offers a credential that recognizes your achieved administrative and management proficiency, the Certified Design Firm Administrator (CDFA) designation. Find out more today and earn the respect you deserve!

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SDA is an elite organization that addresses the issues and concerns of its members, and educates them in all aspects of design firm administration. If you are employed as an administrator in the A/E/C industry, you should become a member.  This is the year to advance your career!

If you're unsure, check us out with a 30-day free trial or talk to someone who is already a member.  Join as a referral of that member with our "add one more" campaign and get $100 off your national dues.  Now is the time to see what the SDA can offer YOU!

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CONGRATULATIONS to our 2012 Lifetime Achievement Award Winner - Deborah Rusnock!  See who won the other SDA awards at the Annual Educational Conference this year on our Awards Page.

Introducing the new 2012-2013 SDA Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is pleased to announce that the SDA has developed a Strategic Alliance and Endorsement Agreement with Architectural Computer Services, Inc. (ARCOM).  For more information, visit our Partner Page.

Announcing the 2012 Past Presidents Council Professional Development Grant Winners.

CONGRATULATIONS to our 2012 Chapter Excellence Award Winner -- the HAMPTON ROADS CHAPTER!

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The Society for Design Administration advances management and administrative professionals in the A/E/C industry through education, networking, and resources.  Our vision is to have an SDA member in every A/E/C firm.