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ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà thrives on the dedication and commitment of our volunteers, who play a crucial role in addressing the issues impacting design and the built environment.

ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà National Councils & Committees are established by the Board of Directors as needed to advance the Society’s mission, vision, and strategic plan. National Committee volunteers share their time, skills, and expertise to make a meaningful difference within the ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà community.

• Make an Impact: Volunteers directly contribute to ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ's success by addressing key issues and advancing initiatives within the industry.   
• Expand Your Network: Working with exemplary members of the design community, volunteers forge valuable connections and build relationships that can enhance their professional growth and development.  
• Grow Personally & Have Fun: Volunteering with ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà isn't just about work – it's also about connecting with like-minded individuals who share your passion for design and the built environment. Volunteers gain valuable experience and build skills as they work side by side with industry leaders.  

Interested in a committee? ÑÇÖÞÌìÌàcall for volunteers is NOW OPEN – Submit your application by April 23, 2026!

National Committee
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NATIONAL COUNCILS & COMMITTEES

The Design Practice Council advances all facets of interior design practice impacting human health, enhancing the experience of the built environment, supporting effective business management, and elevating the public perception of the profession. 

Advocacy Committee 

Supports, motivates, and educates Chapter Advocacy Chairpersons to implement ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ's strategic advocacy and legislative objectives. Additionally, the Advocacy Committee advocates for the design community and the general public, addressing the impact of the built environment on life, health, safety, and welfare. 

Chair: Robin Stroebel, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà

Chair-Elect: Chelsey Beardsley, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà

Past Chair: Douglas Feldman, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Fellow

Members: 

• Amanda Burcham, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ
• Leah Knox, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà
• Shamus McVicar, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ
• Emmy Williams, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Fellow 

National Board Liaison: Joni Burden, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ

Staff Liaison:

• Lauren Earley, Esq., ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate 
• Margo Scheinhaus, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate

Business Management Committee

Advises on the resources needed to start, grow, and evolve an interior design practice and recognizes ways interior design is expanding into new industries with new opportunities. 

Chair: Natalie Biles, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ

Chair-Elect: Mesha Williams, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate

Past Chair: Bruce Goff, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Fellow

Members:

• Sarah Conti, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Allied
• Pamela Durkin, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ
• Jill Janasiewicz, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ
• Angelee Marques, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Associate
• Maria Martin, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ
• John McClain, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Associate
• Kenneth Roberts, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate
• Sandra Sharma, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Allied
• Pamela Williams, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ

National Board Liaison: Margi Kaminski, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ

Staff Liaisons:

• Jeremy Adam, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate

Environment, Health & Wellness Committee

Offers guidance on the development of resources, tools, and best practices that promote human health, advocating on behalf of the design community and the general public.

Chair: Lauren Dickey, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ

Chair-Elect: Heather Sutherland, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ

Past Chair: Tanya Shanklin, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Allied

Members:

• Timothy Anscombe-Bell, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate
• Benjamin Holsinger, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Allied
• Brittany McNairy, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ
• Brooke Pajkurich, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate
• Hannah Payne, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Student
• Kimberly Prescott, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ

National Board Liaison: Kristie Nicoloff, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ

Staff Liaison: Sherry Smith, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate

Universal Design Committee

Offers guidance on the development of resources, tools, and best practices that promote accessibility, adaptability, and usability of the interior built environment, advocating on behalf of the design community and the general public. 

Chair: Perrin Graham-Jackson, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Allied

Chair-Elect: Adriana Dawley, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ

Past Chair: Alison Faecher, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ

Members:

• Angeline Aradanas-Hall, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ
• Emily Cerny, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ
• Jillian Hersey, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Associate
• Caroline Kent, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate
• Joanna Luh, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ
• Kimberly Race, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Educator
• Crystal Reeves, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ

National Board Liaison: Ruju Jasani, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ

Staff Liaisons:

• Lindsey Koren, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate
• Kehinde Adelaja, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate

The Engagement Council empowers ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà and broader interior design community by promoting awareness and participation in recognition programs, events, and networking opportunities. 

Awards & Recognition Committee

Supports the development, requirements, and alignment of ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà awards programs to recognize the achievements within the interior design community.

Chair: Jase Frederick, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ

Chair-Elect: Leslie Excell, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate

Past Chair: Stacey Breezeel, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ

Members:

• Claire Baehman, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Student
• Elizabeth Christianson, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Allied

National Board Liaison: Lauren Corbin, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate

Staff Liaison: Valerie O'Keefe, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Hon. Fellow

Design Connection Committee

Serves as champions and ambassadors for the member-exclusive online platform, Design Connection by ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ, to increase engagement, build awareness, and foster a welcoming community by supporting ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Headquarters staff responsible for platform operations.

Chair: Chantee Sneed, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Allied

Chair-Elect: Nicole Cella, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Allied

Past Chair: Kimberley Slater, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Allied

Members:

• Clifford Brady, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate
• Agha Mo, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Associate
• Kimberly Musser, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Allied
• Linde Perelli, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate

National Board Liaison: Dina Lamanna, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌÃ

Staff Liaisons:

• Kaitlin Festerman, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Committee 

Advocates for increased access to and representation within the interior design industry of individuals from a variety of ethnic, racial, religious, gender, sexual orientation and identity, societal, and other backgrounds based on self-identifying characteristics. 

Chair: Allie Glavey 

Chair-Elect: Erin Sanders, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Allied 

Past Chair: Saima Seyar, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà

Members: 

• Bill Beaudreau, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Fellow 
• Ngozi Brown, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà
• Tanaya Deshpande, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Student 
• Denedra Finley, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Associate 
• Angelita Scott, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Allied 
• Natalie Tanner, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Allied

National Board Liaison: Caroline Gama, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Allied 

Staff Liaisons:

• Casey Awad, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate 
• Maisha Hoque, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate

Event Experience Committee 

Advises ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà on the development and implementation of ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà hosted and partner events to engage the interior design community.  

Chair: Alexis Bentley, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Allied 

Chair-Elect: Sydney Crimmins, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Student

Past Chair: Lynn Coit, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà 

Members: 

• Janine Arietta, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Allied
• Susan Kohuth, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate
• Colette Paparesta, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate 
• Johnson Pun, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Allied
• Jessica Renzi Degen, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Student

National Board Liaison: Jennifer Nye, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate

Staff Liaison: Vicki da Silva, ÑÇÖÞÌìÌà Affiliate