Vanessa Banks

Vanessa Banks, NCARB, is an accomplished Architect at APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC, with progressive experience starting as an Architectural Designer in June 2018 and advancing to Architectural Project Lead by June 2022. In March 2024, Vanessa assumed the role of Architect. Prior experience includes serving as a Student Ambassador at Alfred State College, a Developmental Intern at the New York Power Authority, and a Draftsperson at Conklin Architecture and Construction Management. Vanessa represented the Design Studio 5 at the Appalachian Teaching Project Conference, showcasing civic engagement efforts for community development. Vanessa holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from Alfred State College, obtained in June 2018, and graduated with an Advanced Regents Diploma from Cobleskill-Richmondville High School in 2013.