Alexia Lidas

20 years of experience working across not for profits and the built environment. Alexia has built a strong reputation as an individual who is able to navigate legislative, contractual, operational and strategic issues.

Understanding and navigating the nuances of both the marketplace, and the individuals within the marketplace, she is able to speak the many languages across the Architectural, Engineering and Construction community, connecting the dots and negotiating solutions for a broad range of complex issues across the industry.

With extensive experience managing all facets of membership associations, she is able to strategically lead drawing upon the strengths of employees and members to execute day to day activities.

A passionate advocate, collaborator, mentor and strategist, who enjoys connecting industry with ideas, and for this reason she is a regular contributor and trusted advisor to industry forums. A published writer, public speaker and an experienced non-executive board member.

Most recently Alexia held the role of General Manager of Strategic Innovation & Enterprise at the Australian Institute of Architects, in July of 2022 Alexia was appointed as the CEO of the Australian Passive House Association, under her leadership the organisation has grown by 40% in two years, and has made substantial strides in its advocacy.