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IIDA VA/WV proudly supports its members through two dynamic city centers: Richmond and Hampton Roads
Creating stronger connections, greater opportunities, and a vibrant design community across the region.

IIDA VAWV Chapter
IIDA VA/WV Chapter has three main objectives; to elevate the profession to the level it warrants, to improve communication among members and to support the local community. The Chapter provides a platform to demonstrate design professionals’ impact on the health, safety and welfare for good design and business practices.
Our Mission
IIDA provides meaningful resources to commercial interior designers and their clients to advance the profession and enhance business value.
Our Values
We value connection, collaboration, and inclusivity, creating spaces where ideas are shared and relationships thrive. We are committed to professional growth, championing innovation, and advocating for the interior design profession, amplifying our members’ voices and advancing the impact of design at every level.
Elevate. Engage. Educate isn’t just our motto; it’s how we support and represent our community every day.
Our Vision
Our vision is to support culture, enhance business value, solve problems, and positively impact the health and well-being of people’s lives through a greater understanding of interior design.
IIDA VAWV Chapter
IIDA VA/WV Chapter has three main objectives; to elevate the profession to the level it warrants, to improve communication among members and to support the local community. The Chapter provides a platform to demonstrate design professionals’ impact on the health, safety and welfare for good design and business practices.
Our Mission
IIDA provides meaningful resources to commercial interior designers and their clients to advance the profession and enhance business value.
Our Values
We value connection, collaboration, and inclusivity, creating spaces where ideas are shared and relationships thrive. We are committed to professional growth, championing innovation, and advocating for the interior design profession, amplifying our members’ voices and advancing the impact of design at every level.
Elevate. Engage. Educate isn’t just our motto; it’s how we support and represent our community every day.
Our Vision
Our vision is to support culture, enhance business value, solve problems, and positively impact the health and well-being of people’s lives through a greater understanding of interior design.
Meet the Board
IIDA VAWV
The IIDA Virginia/West Virginia Board is a group of elected and appointed members who help bring our chapter to life. Serving two-year terms, they work behind the scenes to build community, create opportunities, and keep things growing, evolving, and fun for our members.
Jessica Williams
President
HKS
Caroline Alexander
Past President
CCA LLC
Open Position
President-Elect
Phil Purgason
VP of Membership
TileBar
Terry Umberger
VP of Signature Events
Cherry Carpet and Flooring
Emily Minnix
VP of Communication & Media
3North
Caitlin McLean
Director of Media
Baskervill
Emily Palmer
Director of City Center: Richmond
PBK
Kristen Inghram
Director of City Center: Hampton Roads
Tarkett
Michael Kretz
VP of Professional Development
Gresham Smith
Sarah Clair
VP of Programs
Elizabeth Wardlaw
Vice President of Student Affairs
Sunny Hobbs
VP of Sponsorship
PT Sales
Jessica Ritter
VP of Advocacy
Glave&Holmes
Sara Lasseter
VP of Finance & Administration
KSA
Open Position
Director of Student Center: VCU
Open Position
Director of Student Centers - VT
INTERESTED IN
BEING INVOLVED?
There are a wide variety of meaningful ways to get involved with the IIDA Virginia/West Virginia Chapter. Whether you’re looking to connect with other professionals, support events, contribute your skills, or simply become more engaged in the design community, there are opportunities for every level of availability and interest.
