On behalf of the Board of Directors, the nominating committee is no longer accepting nominations for the IIDA New England Board of Directors.

The chapter is seeking a diverse group of strategic thinking leaders from design firms, Industry partners, or educators. Your passion, skills, and commitment are invaluable assets as we navigate the path ahead!

We are committed to driving forward-thinking initiatives and making a meaningful impact in our community. Now, more than ever, we are seeking dedicated individuals who share our vision and are ready to contribute their unique perspectives and expertise to our leadership team.

As a board member, you will have the opportunity to:

- Shape strategic direction and decision-making processes Drive innovation and growth initiatives
- Champion our mission and values
- Network with other influential leaders in the industry
- Make a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve

PROCESS

After reviewing the descriptions for the open positions for the New England Chapter Board, please complete the New England Chapter Board position application or nomination (link above).  All applicants/nominations are reviewed by the Nominating Committee. By applying/nominating a peer, the candidate’s name and a brief involvement and employment history will be included on the 2025-2026 Ballot and voted upon by the New England Chapter Professional & Associate membership. Board positions will transition on July 1, 2025. All applicants/nominations are reviewed by the Nominating Committee. All questions regarding the applications/nominations should be directed to Deepa Venkat, Immediate Past President (ar.deepavenkat@gmail.com).

General Qualifications for all IIDA New England Chapter Board Positions

- Must be a current Professional, Associate or Industry member of the IIDA or be able to join by June 1, 2025.
- Eligibility requirements as follows:
- President-Elect: Professional member required (with NCIDQ certification or 15-years professional experience as an interior designer)
- VP of Chapter Events: None
- VP of City Centers: None
- VP of Community Engagement: None
- VP of Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion: None
- VP of Membership: None
- Desire to act as steward of IIDA and promote the profession of interior design
- Support from your employer

POSITIONS SEEKING NOMINATIONS

The following positions will be open for Nominations. Click on each to learn more about the term and read the position description.

  • In order to serve as an Officer, candidates must be Professional members of IIDA. This position is one-year from July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026, with automatic succession to President the following year, and then automatic succession to Immediate Past President.

    In the absence of the President or in the event of his/her/their inability or refusal to act, the President-Elect shall perform the duties of the President, and when so acting shall have all of the powers of and be subject to all the restrictions upon the President. At the expiration or termination for any reason of the President’s term of office, the President-Elect automatically shall succeed to the office of President, subject to the provisions of Article VIII, Section 4 of these Bylaws.

    The President-Elect shall have oversight over all financial matters of the Chapter and support the Treasurer in the day to day responsibilities. The President-Elect also shall manage the affairs of the Chapter with regard to resource development and perform such other duties as from time to time may be assigned by the President or the Board of Directors. These duties shall include recommendation ad supervision of appropriate committees to formulate programs and recommend policies relating to those issues.

    The President-Elect is also a member of the Executive Committee, made up of the President, President-Elect and Immediate Past President. Serving on the Executive Committee requires the flexibility to allow for approximately 4 hours a week of IIDA NE work, during regular business hours. Shall sit on the IIDA NE Board of Directors to represent the city center's perspective and identify ways for the city center to contribute to the overall mission of IIDA NE.

  • This position is a two year term, serving from July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2027. A second, two year term is allowed if the individual is eligible, nominated and approved.

    The Vice President of Chapter Events shall be responsible for the organization of all major chapter events including but not limited to Business Leaders Breakfast, Design Awards and Fashion Show. The Vice President of Chapter Events shall report to the Board on the status of the events, ensure the financial success of each event, manage the team of volunteers and ensure that each volunteer has a specific responsibility on the team. The Vice President of Chapter Events will interface with the VP of Sponsorship and VP of Communications to coordinate fundraising and public relations items, respectively. The Vice President of Chapter Events shall perform such other duties as from time to time may be assigned by the President or Chapter Board of Directors.

  • This position is a two year term, serving from July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2027. A second, two year term is allowed if the individual is eligible, nominated and approved.

    The Vice President of City Centers shall be a catalyst and shall be ultimately responsible for establishing and overseeing the City Centers. Shall supervise in the structure and operation of all City Center Directors and Committees. Shall represent the Chapter with leadership, organization, operations and programs within the City Centers. The Vice President of City Centers shall perform such other duties as from time to time may be assigned by the President or the Chapter Board of Directors.

  • This position is a two year term, serving from July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2027. A second, two year term is allowed if the individual is eligible, nominated and approved.

    The Vice President of Communications shall be responsible for promotion of the Chapter and the interior design industry, official publications of the Chapter, oversight of the Chapter website and social media, juried professional competitions and related award events, social activities, and special events, and honors and awards programs of the Chapter. The Vice President of Communications shall see that all notices are duly given in accordance with the provisions of these Bylaws or as required by law; and publish the Chapter’s annual report of programs and activities. The Vice President of Communications shall also serve as the secretary of the Chapter, providing oversight of the recording and publication of the official minutes of all Chapter Board of Directors’ meetings. Chapter Board minutes, Bylaws, and Articles of Incorporation are legal documents and must be securely maintained and stored indefinitely in either electronic or hard copy format. The Vice President of Communications shall perform such other duties as from time to time may be assigned by the President or Chapter Board of Directors.

  • This position is a two year term, serving from July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2027. A second, two year term is allowed if the individual is eligible, nominated and approved.

    The Vice President of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion shall be responsible for development of chapter EDI programs and creation of resources. These duties shall include recommendation and supervision of appropriate teams to formulate programs and recommend policies relating to those issues. The Vice President of EDI shall perform such other duties as from time to time may be assigned by the President or Chapter Board of Directors.

  • This position is a two year term, serving from July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2027. A second, two year term is allowed if the individual is eligible, nominated and approved.

    The Vice President of Membership shall be responsible for Member recruitment and retention, and Member benefits and services. The Vice President of Members shall perform such other duties as from time to time may be assigned by the President or Chapter Board of Directors.