ASID MN Insider - October News

MN Chapter | October Edition

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Join Us in Welcoming Our Incoming 23/24 ASID MN Board of Directors and Saying Thank You to Those at the End of Their Term

October 1st marks the start of our new fiscal year. Thank you to the outgoing volunteer Board Members for their time and dedication to advancing the mission of ASID MN.

Thank you...

Roger Zierman, 22/23 President

Nancy Baker, 21 -23 Finance Director

Drew Gray, 21-23 Communications Director

Calie Pierce, 21-23 Professional Dev. Director

Caitlin Drews, 22-23 Student Representative

Welcome to our new and returning members...

President: Lucy Penfield

President-Elect: Holly Bayer

Finance Director: Jennifer Ruis

Communications Director: Amber Ranzau

Membership Director: Bonnie Folkerts

At-Large Director: Tim Mohnkern

Professional Dev. Director: Tanya Otten

Student Representative: Janell Colley

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2023 Design Excellence Awards. Submission window is now open!

Registration runs:

September 5th - December 15th

Early registration:

Sep. 5th - October 16th at 4:00PM

Reduced rate $125/entry

Regular registration:

Oct. 16, 4:01PM - Dec. 15, 5PM

Entry rate $150/entry

FINAL SUBMISSION DEADLINE IS Monday DECEMBER 15th, 5pm CST.

Late entries will NOT be accepted. NO Exceptions will be accommodated.

Let's give a warm welcome to ASID MN's newest members.

Clay Beardshear, Industry Partner ASID

Karysa Harman, Associate ASID

Craig Hoffman, Associate ASID

Gage Vizecky, Student ASID

Lucia Jurado, Student ASID

Katie Mastell, Student ASID

CHAPTER SPONSORED EVENTS

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CEU Palooza at Warners’ Stellian Appliance

Tuesday, October 24th

10AM Check-in

Warners' Stellian Appliance

3533 W 70th St, Edina, MN 55435

Knock out 5 CEUs and update your appliance knowledge in one fun day. See ASID & industry peers while enjoying lunch & goody bags. Then we’ll toast your achievements with a sommelier-led Happy Hour and wine preservation training, presented by Gaggenau.

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Distinguished Speaker – The Brand Experience

Wednesday, November 8th

3PM-6PM

Hennepin Made

145 Holden St N

Minneapolis, MN 55405

We’re very excited to announce the return of our annual Distinguished Speaker series. Please join us for an afternoon of learning and networking with our two esteemed guests, along with live music, happy hour, and tours of the Hennepin Made Glass House.

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Bruch & Learn CEU: Selecting the Best Seat Cushion for Your Customer

Thursday, November 9th

9:30AM - 11:30AM

AJ Maison

International Market Square

275 Market Street Suite 308

Minneapolis MN 55405

The purpose of this course is to understand the different parts of a seat and back cushion, as well as the characteristics of fabric and/or leather that can affect cushion feel (firmness/softness). You'll use this information to make informed decisions when selecting cushions/fabric to achieve a comfortable feel and know what to look for in a high-quality seat and back cushion.

COMMUNITY NEWS / JOB POSTINGS

Express Window Fashions has recently acquired Drapes Etc. We are really excited to now be able to offer our designers a more comprehensive line of custom window treatments. Drapes Etc is a custom workroom specializing in drapery, stationary panels, roman shades, valance, cornices, pillows and bedding. Barb Schwarz, the previous owner, will be staying on as our workroom manager. We are currently going through a showroom remodel so we can offer you and your clients a great experience when looking for custom window treatments.

Drapes Etc is located at 6120 Olson Memorial Hwy in Golden Valley. Just 4 miles west of IMS off of 55. We look forward to continuing to build strong relationships and provide you with an excellent window treatments experience. For more information email Scott at: scott@expresswindowfashions.com

STARK is Hiring!

STARK is seeking to hire an experienced Luxury Carpet Sales Professional with a proven track-record selling to the trades (Interior Designers, Architectural Firms) for the INTERSOURCE by STARK showroom in Minneapolis, MN.

Job Responsibilities:

· Advise clients on product attributes and qualities as related to their needs -- through networking, observing and analyzing market trends.

· Identify potential clients and create strategic client-centric marketing plans.

· Prepare sales documents in order to initiate and close sales.

· Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

· Must possess a strong interest in the interior design trade as well as interpersonal, communication and computer skills.

· B.A. / B.S. Degree preferably in Interior Design or related field, and a minimum 2 years sales “to the trade” experience or a minimum of 5 years sales “to the trade” experience in lieu of the aforementioned educational preferences.

Link to apply: https://www.starkcarpet.com/career-opportunities

You can also send your resume directly to: careers@starkcarpet.com