Committee Openings

Moderated Panel Coordinator (1 opening)
- Work with the entire committee to create a diverse list of potential panel members/moderator that provide relevant, educational, and motivating content
- Propose and shape questions around a theme that will be used to guide the conversation
- Review/Manage any contracts with Committee Co-Chairs
- Manage any travel itinerary, lodging and food
- Coordinate with CEU coordinator for presentation / required paperwork

Marketing Coordinator (1 opening)
- Track and coordinate timing for all marketing items
- Responsible for coordinating BLB communications calendar items with the chapter’s master communications calendar ensuring we meet deadline deliverable dates etc
- Work with Graphics Coordinator and Communications/Social Media Coordinator to create and maintain BLB communications calendar
- Review graphics and copy making suggestions or edits where needed
- Brainstorm with the Committee on ways in which we can improve the event, create buzz and drive ticket sales
- Ideal candidates are incredibly organized, detail oriented, and responsive
- Slideshow coordination:
- Gather sponsorship slides and coordinate accuracy
- Get logos from all sponsors (these go to the board, and coordinate with graphics person)

Graphics Coordinator (1 opening)
- Save the date
- Invitation
- Social Media deliverables (graphics & copy)
- Name badges
- Signage

Please email your interest to Allison Hemeon at AHemeon@red-thread.com

Be a part of the committee that is the hub of IIDA New England! We have the opportunity to work with all of IIDA NE's committees to communicate our mission, industry news, and event information across the appropriate mediums. The larger Communications Committee has designated sub-committees with specific focuses, so whether your interest is in writing, analytics, web development, social media, graphic design, or marketing campaigns... we have a spot for you!

Social Media Chair (1 opening)
- Develop and execute social media strategy
- Schedule content and email blasts 
- Track analytics and adjust strategy 
- Promote events and campaigns
- Ensure brand consistency 
- Run monthly social media meetings and attend quarterly Chair Communications meetings
- Estimated time is 8-10 hours per month

Social Media Coordinator (2-3 openings)
- Help create and schedule content
- Attend events and post live content
- Share updates from partners, sponsors and IIDA NE events
- Attend monthly committee meeting (15-30 minutes) and quarterly Communications meeting (30 minuets)
- Estimated time is 2-3 hours per month

Media Support Coordinator (1 opening)
- Can also be a Social Media Coordinator (see above)
- Upload newsletters and podcasts to the website
- Ensure correct formatting and links
- Assist the media team with content management and scheduling
- Update media templates as needed 
- Report technical issues or errors with website 
- Attend monthly committee meeting (15 -30 minutes) and quarterly Communications meeting (30 min)
- Estimated time is 1-2 hours per month

Newsletter Writer
Plays a crucial role in creating engaging and informative content for our monthly newsletter, The Wire!
- Create engaging content for The Wire!
- Collaborate with editors to produce short articles on a rotating basis - ideally approximately once per quarter
- Research and write articles, features, and/or interviews
- Attend quarterly Communications meeting (30 min)
- Attend twice-per-year scheduling meetings for The Wire 
- Estimated time commitment is 1-2 hours per month

If the above sounds good to you but you feel that you do not have the time to join the committee please reach out about a guest writing spot!

Publications Chair (1 opening)
- Oversee The Wire & Designer Monologues content, distribution and marketing calendars
- Edit and approve The Wire & Designer Monologues issues before deployment
- Lead quarterly subcommittee meeting
- Lead content calendar discussions
- Prepare and participate in Chair Goal Setting meetings
- Prepare and participate in quarterly Communications meetings
- Collaborate as needed with the Design Leaders Network magazine, Cairns which is distributed on a quarterly basis to a small, focused audience
- Estimated time is 5-7 hours per month

If interested, please email: iidanecommunications@gmail.com

The Community Engagement Committee strives to inspire designers and industry members to give back to local organizations which we believe have honorable missions to serve our community. Be a part of the change and join our Committee!

Co-Chair (1 opening)
- Agendas/notes for monthly meetings 
- Help manage budget and donations for all Community Engagement events (except AU)
- Set schedule and keep committee members on track to submit the Event Request form 6 weeks prior to event, and to make sure we are ready before the day of the event
- Submit event request forms 6 weeks ahead of events

Art Uncorked (AU) Co-Chair (1 opening)
- Help manage budget for AU
- Set schedule and keep committee members on track to submit the Event Request form 6 weeks prior to event, and to make sure we are ready before the day of the event
- Manage committee’s responsibilities leading up to event

Please email your interest to Katie Munks at KMunks@toi-inc.com

One of our Chapter’s major events, wildly popular, and always a record sell out. This event is held at the Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, RI. This dynamic event highlights the competitive, yet friendly spirit of our Design community.

Committee Chair (2 openings)
- Organize and delegate responsibilities for the event.
- Committee members are involved in sponsorship, publicity, venue details, and more!

Please email Allison Hemeon at ahemeon@red-thread.com if you are interested in volunteering or joining the Croquet Committee.

Do you know what is top of mind for firm design leaders? Do you like to explore hot topics in design, workplace culture and leadership? Are you curious and a good researcher? Join the Design Leaders Network (DLN) Committee and help curate programming for Design Leaders in the NE design community. DLN puts on 4 events per year with relevant topics of discussion for design leaders.

Massachusetts Contact List Manager (1 opening)
- Update and manage MA contacts in DLN database
- Reach out to MA based contacts about specific events (4 events per year)
- Provide additional details on MA contacts to target invites
- Coordinate contacts with other Contact List Managers
- Ideal candidate will have knowledge of MA design firms/community

Estimated Time Commitment
Database list update per quarter- 30min – 1hr
personal emails per quarterly event- 2-3hrs
In-person event prepping- 4-6hrs, 2hrs attending day of event if possible (1 in person event per year)
Quarterly committee mtg - 30min Save-the-date cards, handwritten and USPS mailed - 3 to 4 hours annually

Content Curator(1 opening)
Do you know what is top of mind for firm design leaders? Do you like to explore hot topics in design, workplace culture and leadership? Are you curious and a good researcher? Join the DLN committee and help curate programming for Design Leaders in the NE design community. DLN puts on 4 events per year with relevant topics of discussion for design leaders. 

You will: 
- Help find topics for the events
- Research what thought leaders are saying about the topics
- Find related resources that will expand the conversation. 
- Work with DLN committee members on content for the newsletter
- Create powerpoint/canva slides for use at events 

Professional and Associate members preferred. 

Please email your interest to Meaghan Kennedy at meaghan.kennedy9@gmail.com

Across all IIDA NE platforms, the EDI Committee is committed to advocating for the promotion and celebration of contributions by design professionals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, disability and socio-economic status. Our efforts will serve as a foundation for IIDA NE to support current members, expand membership to new individuals, and interact with diverse vendors outside the organization. We advocate for listening and learning to promote the transformation of our industry as a whole.

Co-Chair of Events
- Manages the overall calendar for the committee, guides planning and purpose for internal events, leads collaboration efforts for broader IIDA NE events

Hartford City Center Liaison (1 opening)
- Main point of contact between the EDI committee and the IIDA NE Board of Directors VP and/or the IIDA NE Committee that they are assigned. They create a seamless communication between parties. The Liaison is responsible for attending one meeting of their assigned VP or committee per quarter or as needed. The Liaison should and touch base with that point person once a month and communicate questions or concerns to the EDI co-chairs as needed.
- Creates synergy between City Center Committee and EDI Committee

Events Liaison (1 opening)
- Main point of contact between the EDI committee and the IIDA NE Board of Directors VP and/or the IIDA NE Committee that they are assigned. They create a seamless communication between parties. The Liaison is responsible for attending one meeting of their assigned VP or committee per quarter or as needed. The Liaison should and touch base with that point person once a month and communicate questions or concerns to the EDI co-chairs as needed.

Design Leaders Network Liaison (1 opening)
- Main point of contact between the EDI committee and the IIDA NE Board of Directors VP and/or the IIDA NE Committee that they are assigned. They create a seamless communication between parties. The Liaison is responsible for attending one meeting of their assigned VP or committee per quarter or as needed. The Liaison should and touch base with that point person once a month and communicate questions or concerns to the EDI co-chairs as needed.

Membership Liaison (1 opening)
- Main point of contact between the EDI committee and the IIDA NE Board of Directors VP and/or the IIDA NE Committee that they are assigned. They create a seamless communication between parties. The Liaison is responsible for attending one meeting of their assigned VP or committee per quarter or as needed. The Liaison should and touch base with that point person once a month and communicate questions or concerns to the EDI co-chairs as needed.

Community Engagement Liaison (2 openings)
- Main point of contact between the EDI committee and the IIDA NE Board of Directors VP and/or the IIDA NE Committee that they are assigned. They create a seamless communication between parties. The Liaison is responsible for attending one meeting of their assigned VP or committee per quarter or as needed. The Liaison should and touch base with that point person once a month and communicate questions or concerns to the EDI co-chairs as needed.

Advocacy Liaison (1 opening)
- Main point of contact between the EDI committee and the IIDA NE Board of Directors VP and/or the IIDA NE Committee that they are assigned. They create a seamless communication between parties. The Liaison is responsible for attending one meeting of their assigned VP or committee per quarter or as needed. The Liaison should and touch base with that point person once a month and communicate questions or concerns to the EDI co-chairs as needed.

Two committee meetings a month to give flexibility, one hybrid, and one virtual.

Please email your interest to Robina Shepherd at rlshepherd3780@gmail.com

The IIDA NE Fashion Show is the largest event of its kind in the nation, and its incredible success fuels IIDA NE’s ability to offer a variety of impactful programs and opportunities year-round. Our dedicated committee ensures that this iconic event remains the highlight of the year, balancing hard work with plenty of fun along the way. Committee members take the lead on key aspects such as sponsorships, publicity, venue coordination, and more, all working together to bring this event to life.

Applications for the 2025 season are now closed, but we encourage you to stay tuned for the opportunity to apply for the 2026 season! If you’re passionate about creativity, collaboration, and making a difference, keep an eye out for when applications reopen—we’d love to have you join us in shaping the future of this extraordinary event.

Be part of a close-knit design community actively promoting and supporting the practice of interior design in Connecticut. The Hartford City Center (HCC) Committee organizes and develops a full range of amazing events and programs for CT-based designers and IIDA industry members, giving committee members opportunities to contribute to the city center’s growth and build their professional network in many ways. We are looking for IIDA members that ideally work or live in CT and share a passion for elevating interior design in the Constitution State.

Committee Liaisons (multiple)
- Main point of contact between the HCC and the IIDA NE Committee that they are assigned. They create a seamless communication between parties. The Liaison is responsible for attending one meeting of their assigned VP or committee per quarter or as needed. The Liaison should and touch base with that point person once a month and communicate questions or concerns to the Committee co-chairs as needed.
- Creates synergy between the HCC and the Committee they serve as a liaison for.

We are seeking Committee liaisons for the following IIDA NE Committees:

- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
- Sponsorship
- Advocacy
- Business Leaders Breakfast
- Design Awards
- Design Leaders Network
- Emerging Leaders Network
- Fashion Show
- Leadership Exploration & Development
- K-12 Task Force

Please email your interest to Leah Raabe at iidanelmraabe@gmail.com

IIDA New England recognizes the need to support our members with professional development opportunities appropriate to their varying levels of experience. Our Lifelong Leadership Programs (LLP) are squarely focused on our chapter's mission to increase the value to our members by supporting continued advancement and development throughout their careers.

LLP Admin / Communications Liaison (1 opening)
- Responsible for submitting/overseeing forms submitted to staff for website updates, email campaigns and social media coordination for the LLP programs.
- Work with ELN and LEAD co-chairs to:
- Submitting check requests for any program expenses
- Coordinate in person meetings (location and food) and end of year celebrations (approximately 8 events total- 4 per program)
- Create graphics for leader applications, leader spotlights, Emerging Experience series and quarterly DLN events and more.

Please email your interest to Matthew Newman at Matthew.Newman@jacobs.com

Want to help make IIDA NE be the best it can be? Come join the Membership team! We focus on supporting our current members, expanding our membership, and connecting our community. Our goal is to execute professional, engaging, and community building events to enhance membership and encourage involvement.

Membership Champion (1 Opening)

Are you passionate about connecting with people and enhancing the design community? Join our collaborative Membership Committee to develop outreach strategies, improve member engagement, and support our chapter’s initiatives.

What You’ll Do:

• Collaborate on strategies to enhance member benefits and outreach.

• Share ideas, attend meetings, and actively contribute to committee goals.

• Help organize our chapter’s Annual Meeting and other member events.

What You’ll Bring:

• Enthusiasm for fostering community and growing membership value.

• Fresh ideas and a proactive, can-do spirit.

Ready to make an impact? We’d love to hear from you! Email Kalyn Pavlinic at Kalyn.IIDANE@gmail.com

Be part of a close-knit design community actively promoting and supporting the practice of interior design in Connecticut. The Providence City Center (PCC) Committee organizes and develops a full range of amazing events and programs for RI-based designers and IIDA industry members, giving committee members opportunities to contribute to the city center’s growth and build their professional network in many ways. We are looking for IIDA members that ideally work or live in RI and share a passion for elevating interior design. Join the Providence City Center and make a difference in your community!

Co-Chair (2 openings - one industry and one associate or professional member (2 year term)
- Direct liaison with other co-chair and VP of City Centers
- Organize once a month meetings
- Make decisions on content within your region that engages the design community
- Plan yearly budget

Please email your interest to Leah Raabe at iidanelmraabe@gmail.com.

Do you enjoy being part of the greater good? The Sponsorship team works year round to assist all the event committees in their efforts to fundraise for the chapter’s premiere events throughout New England. Our mission is to provide value and deliver programs that are exclusive to our premiere chapter sponsors so they want to be part of the bigger picture of IIDA NE year after year. Our internal goals are to provide a structure for fundraising to support all chapter events and programs. We pride ourselves on being the connector between all committees and many members.

We are looking for IIDA members that have an interest in getting to know and work with multiple companies and contacts at once. Candidates should be very responsive, organized, and thoughtful in their communication. Candidates must be able to send out emails or appointment reminders a few times per month. Meetings are held once a month (virtually until further notice).

Sponsor Concierge (3 openings)
- Attend committee meetings
- Send initial emails/appointments and follow up emails to assigned sponsor contacts ensuring their benefits have been received throughout the fiscal year
- Assist in brainstorming new benefits year that we can offer the sponsors

Please email your interest to Rebecca Farren at rfarren@phillipjeffries.com