From Worker to Registered Architect: Redefining the Path with Cindy Maleike, AIA
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Cindy Maleike shares her journey from immigrant worker to registered architect, highlighting her experiences and challenges along the way.
🎙️ Listen to the IAC Podcast Episode #31: From Worker to Registered Architect: Redefining the Path with Cindy Maleike, AIA Born in Bogotá, Colombia, Cindy was raised by her grandparents and father. At 19, she immigrated to the United States with her sisters, following her mother’s dream of greater opportunities. Like many immigrants, she adapted to a new culture while working various jobs—including in a flower shop, babysitting, and house cleaning—before discovering her passion for architectu...
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