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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.

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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

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

Open Position

Director of Student Center: VCU

Open Position

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.