President's Message
Happy 2013!
Are you back from the holidays with renewed energy and enthusiasm for the New Year?
I spent the last two weeks of 2012 visiting my family in Brazil, by the ocean and enjoying beautiful weather. It was especially relaxing because I rarely opened my emails or checked social media. Back in Cleveland... it is time to continue the plan for a successful new year for ASID Ohio North Chapter.
What are your goals for 2013? My goals this year are to continue my enthusiasm and dedication towards the success of our chapter; to continue to find opportunities to grow professionally and to keep focused on what is good in life and business associations.
Did many of you make a list of resolutions for the New Year? Hopefully you added involvement in your local chapter of ASID.
We look forward to having you participate in the events our chapter has been organizing in 2013. Check out the varied opportunities on the monthly e-newsletters.
Best wishes and happy New Year!
Cristina McCarthy, M.S., Allied ASID
President 2012-2013
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Thank You to Our Members!
Thank you for helping - we obtained 100% Member retention in December 2012!
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State of the Industry Report
The newly expanded and updated "State of the Industry" is now available. This informative report brings together data that covers all aspects of the interior design profession in the United States. The report includes salary information, design specialties, business performance, and the volumes and types of products that interior designers specify.
Click here for your copy, courtesy of the ASID Ohio North Chapter.
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ASID Ohio North Announces a New Program
The chapter has begun a new Partnership Program! This is a great opportunity for representatives, manufacturers, and showrooms to help support ASID Ohio North while taking advantage of incentives and benefits all year long!
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ASID Announces a New Look to Website
Be Sure to Update Your "My ASID" Profile!
ASID National's website has a new look - cleaner and easier to use! Take some time to experience the redesigned site at ASID.org.
The redesigned site features numerous enhancements and new ways for members to connect with each other and with potential clients.
In order to maximize the site's features, it is essential that members create or update their "My ASID" profiles in order for us to provide you with location-specific news and events, along with your very own design gallery photo album. Log in and complete your profile by adding your headshot, project photos, firm information and more.
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ZeroLandfill Needs Your Support
Volunteer for the 2013 Akron Zero Landfill
Sponsored by Cleveland/Akron IIDA City Center
When: Saturdays in February
Time: 9:00 am to Noon
(pssst! spread the word to local firms to donate AND local artists, teachers, after school specialists to come and pick up great free materials!)
Where: We've moved!!!!!
New Location: 21 West North Street, Akron, Ohio 44304
Pollination ~ February 2 & 9
Collection of expired specification samples and materials from interior designers and architects.
Carpet Tiles and Books
Paint Decks and Laminate Chips
Upholstery Swatches and Memos
Vinyl and Rubber Flooring Samples
Brick, Tile and Stone Samples
Wallcovering Books and Memos
Glass and Metal Samples
Three Ring Binders
Paper Sample Books
Stock Photo Books
Mat board and Foam Core
Harvest ~ February 9, 16 & 23
The creative community is invited to pick up materials for their use. There is joy and energy in the room as materials are discovered, projects are imagined and new connections are made.
Questions? Contact: iida.clevak@gmail.com or click here for additional information
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Get Your Mo-Jo On
Don't let the gray days of winter get to you. There are many exciting happenings in NE Ohio!
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Upcoming Events
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Learn from the ProsJanuary 23, 2013
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Learn from the Pros - Join ASID Professionals to hear a lively panel discussion on best business practices for owning and running your own interior design company. Several panel professionals will share their secrets to what it takes to succeed in the field of interior design. Light refreshments will be served.
Location: Ohio Design Centre, 23533 Mercantile Rd, Beachwood, OH 44122
RSVP is required to the chapter office by January 21st.
Friday, January 25, 2013
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Come celebrate the New Year with the first social of the year! To mark the special occasion, Market Garden Brewery will be brewing a special batch of beer just for us!
Location: Market Garden Brewery, 1947 W. 25th St., Cleveland, OH 44113
0.1 CEU: Colormix 2013 Wednesday, Februrary 6, 2013
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
The Ohio Design Centre invites you to attend this exciting color forecast presentation.
Includes a light lunch.
Complimentary and open to design professionals only!
Location: Ohio Design Centre, 23533 Mercantile Rd, Beachwood, OH 44122 - R.W. Shea & Co., Showroom 115
Registration is required to:
or call 216.831.1245
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Lunch: Noon
Program, with Q & A: 12:30 pm
Enhance your design projects by learning how to use- art as a focal point
- compliment projects with art
- draw interest to your projects
- work with a art gallery to enhance your projects
Location: Lee Hayden Gallery, 13210 Shaker Square, Cleveland, OH 44120
Cost:
$10 - Members
$5 - Students
$15 - Guests
RSVP is required by February 14th
to the chapter office or online at www.asidohio.org
Student Career Day 2013
Saturday, March 9, 2013
9:30 am - 2:00 pm
Students - this year's ASID Ohio North Student Affairs Committee is pleased to announce "Re-Green with Ohio North". Be treated to a tour of a LEED Platinum Building and professional panel discussion about LEED and sustainability practices.
Location: Summit County Metroparks, Resource Management Building, 2360 Sand Run Parkway, Akron, OH 44313
Lunch will be included. There is no charge to attend this event.
RSVP is required by March 2nd to
ASID Ohio North Tradeshow - Business of Design
Thursday, April 4, 2013
Exhibitor Registration is now open!
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Job Leads
Kitchen & Bath Sales/Designer
A custom cabinetry company is seeking a full time kitchen & bath salesperson/designer. This candidate should have at least 3 years of previous experience in kitchen & bath sales & design, knowledge in cabinetry construction & have proven sales experience. This individual will be responsible for generating leads, meeting with clients, creating designs & selling custom cabinetry. This position will be compensated based on sales. Full benefits will be available based on performance. References are required. Please email your resume to: katti@dasocustomcabinetry.com
Interior Designer
Interior Designer with AutoCAD skills wanted for a growth oriented design firm with exciting new projects. Minimum 3 years commercial experience only. Send resumes to:
TC Architects
755 White Pond Drive, Suite 401
Akron, Ohio 44320
Attn: Susan Allen
E-mail: sallen@tcarchitects.com
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