Mohamad Zaina

Mo Zaina, Assoc. AIA, is an emerging professional at HNTB in Denver, where he contributes to complex aviation projects at Denver International Airport and fosters collaboration through initiatives like “Studio Connect.” A graduate of the University of Colorado Denver with both a Bachelor and Master of Architecture, Mo has been recognized with the AIA Medal for Academic Excellence and honors in the AISC/ACSA Steel Design Competition. He also serves as Colorado’s State Representative to the AIA National Associates Committee and on AIA Colorado’s Denver Local Advisory Council. Mo is deeply honored to receive the Jason Pettigrew Memorial ARE Scholarship, which he views as both recognition of his contributions and support for his journey toward licensure.