May 2012
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Greetings and Welcome to Spring!

I challenge all of you this spring and summer to become people of positive action. The old saying says 'it will be better in the morning'. This is true. But be prepared that in the morning you are going to have to act upon this newly better item. So be prepared to ACT! Be ready to make the big decisions, be bold, be patient and yes, kindness goes a long way.

Sign up for that CEU, Revit class, hire a new emerging professional, take on that challenging project, or just start going to more events. This year I have heard so many of you say you should get back in the habit of attending events, yes this is true-but actually start acting upon these thoughts. I always find it so interesting that once I put it in my head that YES I can do it, the act of making it happen just happens.

If you have reasons why you are not able to attend, work through those thoughts with positive solutions. Don't want to use the gas...post on our Facebook page you would like to carpool with another member in your area. Don't have a ton of time...attend a monthly social event-but stay an hour. You make the rules, and no one else, but do not be bound to those limits. In case you don't know what to do-ask us! Post a note on Facebook, contact the chapter office, or e-mail me. We can help you brainstorm. No one has all the answers, but if it takes a village to raise a child-then it takes a village to keep all of us vibrant and moving forward in life.

If any profession should be vibrant, colorful and interesting it should be Interior Design right?

I look forward to seeing all of you at our events over the next several months! Have a great Spring!


 
Sincerely,
Rita Amonett, ASID
2011-2012 ASID Ohio North Chapter President

Industry Partner Spotlight
 

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Cambria is Latin for Wales and it is our namesake. The Cambria Dragon is derived from the Welsh flag.  

 
We are a family owned American made company, producing Quartz.....our designs will number over 100 by the end of the year!

Our core business philosophy is to build lasting relationships with a select group of partners. This is why you won't find us in "big box" stores. We're committed to working with those dedicated to quality and customer service. By offering Cambria quartz surfaces, designers and architects can feel confident they're using a product that's beautiful as well as functional. Our retail partners get a high-value product that mass retailers can't touch. And most importantly, the customer gets premium products and service from trade professionals that are focused on their ultimate satisfaction.

We are always looking for opportunities to support the A/D community through educational events, sponsorships and partnering. Please feel free to contact me if you have opportunities or need samples.

Lisa Perfetto

Cambria Market Representative
T: (952) 944-1676
C: (612) 226-9310
F: (952) 826-6290
E:  lisa.perfetto@cambriaUSA.com

1510 St. Clair Ave.
Kent, OH 44240 

Student Representive to the Board News

 

Congratulations to Wendy Grieve, Student ASID, chosen to serve on the chapter's board for 2012-2013

Scholarship Opportunity for Student Members

 

Cleveland Lighting, Industry Partner ASID, is pleased to once again sponsor the Bright Star Scholarship - a $1,000 scholarship open to Ohio North student members in good standing. 

 

To learn more about this exciting scholarship competition - click here!

Join Your Peers!

Please join us as we plan for the upcoming fiscal year - we would love to use your talents!
 

Questions, please call (330)598-1861. 
Upcoming Events

 

* Tuesday, May 22nd
CEU ~ Kitchen Appliance Trends
Sponsored by NKBA Ohio State


* Tuesday, June 5th

Ohio Design Centre presents
Business of Design Lecture Series
 
Click here for information

 

* Wednesday, May 30th

CEU ~ Ceramic Setting Systems and Installation Planning

Sponsored by IIDA OH/KY

Click here for flyer

 

* Friday, June 8th  

Joint Assocations Floating Happy Hour Cruise & 

 After-Party
 

Ticket Sales are Open at:

Click here for cruise tickets

 

Click here for after-party tickets

 

*  Thursday, June 28th

 Save the date

CEU ~ Color Trends Forecast 

Additional information will be available soon. 

 
 
Job Leads

 

Design & Sales

(retail and wholesale):

Full time with benefits. One to two years of work experience preferred.

Resume to:

matt@clevelandlighting.com

Fax:  (440)461-3450

 

Designer

Full or part-time

Experience preferred

Resume to:

tdelmedico@chez-del.com

 

Administrative Assistant

for Design Firm

Part-time

Hours-flexible initially, with ability to grow into full time position for the right person

Resume to:

valleydtneo12@gmail.com

 
 
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