About Us

SDA is the Society for Design Administration.
SDA is a premier professional organization for supporting administrators of A/E/C industry design firms.

We focus education on business ops, management, leadership, & corporate support services. With 60+ yrs of experience, SDA offers tailored education, certification, & knowledge to help members grow professionally.

We regularly meet twice a month and host other events throughout the year.

Monthly Meetings
First, we host a Business Meeting for the Board of Directors and chapter members to plan upcoming educational presentations & events.
Then, we host a Networking Meeting where all are welcome to attend an educational luncheon.

Other Annual Events
Member's-Only Brunch | Half-Day Seminar | CANStruction | Design Treasures | EDSymposium | EDConnect | Community Volunteering | Holiday Dinner

Join us for niche networking, CDFA & more! 

2024 Board of Directors

Joan Silva, CDFA

President

Stephanie Mayo, CDFA

Vice President

Laurie Breen

President-Elect

Loretta Rodriguez, CDFA

Treasurer

Viviana Garcia, CDFA

Director

Cindy Delgado, CDFA 

Secretary

Danielle Salvador, CDFA

Past-President

Our History

1986

Starting off

San Antonio established a local chapter

2012

1987-2017

Growth in membership 

2017

Chapter Excellence Award

San Antonio was recognized by National as all around outstanding Chapter for 2016

2019

Re-Branding

Revamped chapter initiatives  

2020

Best in Class Program Award

San Antonio was recognized by National for their 2019 Programs

2021

35 Years of Excellence

SDA San Antonio has, for 35 years, committed to furthering Excellence in Design Firm Management in both SDA and the A/E/C community.

2021

Best in Class Membership Program Award

San Antonio was recognized for by National for their 2020 Membership. 

2024

Best in Class Membership Program Award

San Antonio was recognized for by National for their 2024 Membership program.