Kia T. Morris, MBA

Regional Marketing Manager at FGM Architects

Kia T. Morris, MBA has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. Kia T. is currently working as the Regional Marketing Manager at FGM Architects, where they oversee content development and management of architectural pursuits in Texas. Prior to this, they worked as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Austin Community College, teaching courses in MS Office, Keyboarding, and Marketing. Kia T. also had a role as a Proposal and Communications Manager at O'Connell Robertson, where they managed the proposal process for an architecture, engineering, and interior design firm. Before that, they worked as a Senior Marketing Coordinator at True North Consulting Group, coordinating the proposal process and identifying new technology and security consulting opportunities. Kia T. started their career as a Massage Therapist Manager at Massage Envy, where they led a team and contributed to sales growth. Throughout their career, Kia has demonstrated strong leadership skills, effective communication, and the ability to manage complex projects.

Kia T. Morris, MBA, has a diverse education history spanning various institutions and fields of study. In 2019, they completed their Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Southeastern Oklahoma State University, specializing in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services. Prior to their MBA, Kia earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Administration from Metro State University in 2015. Kia T. also holds an Associate of Applied Sciences (AAS) degree, which they obtained from the Minnesota School of Business in 2006. While their field of study for the AAS degree is not specified, it is important to note the absence of any specific field of study.

In addition to their formal degrees, Kia has pursued several certifications to enhance their professional skills. These certifications include "Leading and Motivating People with Different Personalities" and "Project Management Skills for Leaders" from LinkedIn, obtained in June 2022. In October 2021, they obtained the "Applying the QM Rubric (APPQMR): (Statewide Systems)" certification from QM Quality Matters. Furthermore, Kia obtained the "Inclusive Instructional Design," "Organizational Learning and Development," "Communicating with Empathy," "Developing a Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Program," and "Rolling out a DIBs Training Program in Your Company" certifications from LinkedIn in 2020.

Kia has also acquired several certifications related to their industry, such as "Marketing 101 for the A/E/C Industries," "Elements of Design for A/E/C/ Industries," "InDesign Basics for the A/E/C Professional," "Learning Mailchimp," "Time-Saving Tips Using InDesign," and "Writing a Proposal." These certifications were obtained in 2020 from organizations like SMPS—Society for Marketing Professional Services and LinkedIn.

Additionally, Kia holds a "Social Media Marketing Certificate" from Stukent, acquired in August 2019. Lastly, they have pursued a semester in Public Administration from the University of Texas - Permian Basin, for which the end year is unspecified.

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FGM Architects

FGM Architects has specialized in the planning and design of environments where people live, learn, worship, work, play and gather since 1945. From early strategic facilities planning through building and interior design to furniture selection, our team of professionals support the needs of our clients with a total commitment to service. We offer a unique combination of experience, talent and proximity. We build relationships as well as projects. Architectural Record consistently ranks FGM Architects among the Top 300 Architecture firms. Building Design and Construction magazine consistently ranks FGM among the top 25 firms nationally for the design of PK-12 schools. FGM Architects serves communities in Illinois, Missouri, Virginia, Wisconsin and Texas from offices in Oak Brook, Chicago, O’Fallon, St. Louis, Milwaukee, Reston, Austin and Fort Worth with a staff of 190+ architecture, design, technical and administrative professionals.


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