Retail Design Institute

🌏 Exciting News! The Retail Design Institute is pleased to announce the official launch of Retail Design Institute - India 🇮🇳 🎉 We're thrilled to welcome Sanjay Agarwal as Chapter President and surender gnanaolivu as Chapter Vice of this newly established hub. The India City Center is set to foster community growth, knowledge-sharing, and innovation in retail design across India and neighboring regions. From Sanjay Agarwal: “I’m honored to lead RDI India in establishing design excellence and catalyzing growth in the Indian retail sector.” From Surender Gnanolivu: “I look forward to furthering RDI’s mission of celebrating and building the retail design domain in India.” The India City Center is a testament to the Institute's commitment to nurturing and connecting passionate design professionals worldwide. Stay tuned for impactful events, opportunities, and collaborations coming your way! Read the official announcement 👉 https://lnkd.in/eVM64YZE Meet the Board 👉 https://lnkd.in/ebAfamAx Thank you to our International Sponsors + Partners: IDWDISPLAY Capitol Light TRG The Retail Group Planit Construction RetailOne VMSD Shop! Association RCA: Proven Contractors Building Commercial Success #RetailDesign #India # #BangaloreLaunch #RDIIndia #RetailInnovation #DesignCommunity

Join Retail Design Institute | Carolinas this week for the SEG Systems Factory Tour! Join us on Thursday, November 7th for an exclusive tour of SEG Systems' facility in Huntersville, NC! Discover how this innovative company pushes boundaries in custom retail display manufacturing. With a focus on the latest technology, SEG Systems is expanding its expertise beyond frames and fixtures to include millwork, steel fabrication, acrylic, and specialized finishes. Details: 📅 Date: November 7, 2024 🕕 Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM 📍 Location: 10701 Hambright Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078 Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with industry leaders, gain insights into cutting-edge design, and enjoy drinks and snacks provided by SEG Systems. Registration has been extended – RSVP today! 👉 Learn more and RSVP at https://lnkd.in/erjTxYsm Thank you to our International Sponsors + Partners: IDWDISPLAY Capitol Light TRG The Retail Group Planit Construction RetailOne VMSD Shop! Association RCA: Proven Contractors Building Commercial Success #RetailDesign #SEGSystems #FactoryTour #RetailInnovation #CarolinasEvent #DesignCommunity #Networking #RetailTrends #DesignInspiration

🎓 Today’s the LAST DAY to apply for the Paul Pizzini, FRDI Memorial Grant + Experience! 🚀 Are you a student in Graphic, Interior, Industrial, Applied, UX, Product Design, or Branding focused on consumer/retail environments? Don't miss out on this opportunity to receive a $5,000 cash grant and attend the 2024 PAVE Gala in NYC as a guest of the Retail Design Institute. 🕒 Deadline: Tonight at 11:59 PM ET! 🎟️ Award includes a $5,000 cash grant, travel and accommodations to attend the sold-out 2024 PAVE Gala, and a 1-year Student membership to the Retail Design Institute. Special thanks to the Pizzini Family, Miller Zell, RetailOne, Ensemble, and the Friends of Paul, for making this opportunity possible in memory of Paul Pizzini, FRDI, a dedicated mentor and visionary in retail design. Apply now 👉 https://lnkd.in/gJQXfYTv Thank you to our International Sponsors + Partners: IDWDISPLAY Capitol Light TRG The Retail Group Planit Construction RetailOne VMSD Shop! Association RCA: Proven Contractors Building Commercial Success #DesignScholarship #RetailDesign #StudentOpportunities #PAVE

🌲 Introducing the Retail Design Institute Pacific Northwest Chapter (RDI PNW)’s New Leadership for 2024-2026! 🌲 We’re thrilled to announce the newly elected board for the Retail Design Institute’s Pacific Northwest Chapter! This dedicated team is ready to drive connection, innovation, and growth within the Pacific Northwest's vibrant design community. Please join us in welcoming your new board: ✨ President: Nomi Cooper, Assoc. AIA, RDI, Senior Designer at Arcadis ✨ Vice President: Astrid Garcia Luna, RDI, Design Manager at IA Interior Architects ✨ Secretary: Bob Ustanik, Associate RDI, Business Development at Visplay (re-elected) ✨ Treasurer: Marta Abás, RDI, Senior Associate at MG2 Design ✨ Chairperson: Tobi Wray, IIDA, NCIDQ, RDI, Owner of Design Well Spent Company, transitioning from President to Chairperson Together, they are dedicated to creating engaging events, expanding our network, and fostering a welcoming, inclusive community across the Pacific Northwest. Exciting things are ahead! 🌟 READ THE OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT 👉 https://lnkd.in/eNfuKSxu Thank you to our International Sponsors + Partners: IDWDISPLAY Capitol Light TRG The Retail Group Planit Construction RetailOne VMSD Shop! Association RCA: Proven Contractors Building Commercial Success #RetailDesignInstitute #RDIPacificNorthwest #RetailDesign #CommunityLeadership #NewBoard #PacificNorthwest

🎉 Announcing the Retail Design Institute - Southwest + Pacific Chapter’s Re-elected Board for 2024-2026! 🎉 On behalf of the Retail Design Institute's Southwest + Pacific Chapter, we are excited to share that all current Chapter Officers have been re-elected for a second term! Please join us in celebrating their dedication to our community and their continued leadership: ✨ President: James Botha, AIA, LEED AP, RDI, Project Architect at RDC. ✨ Vice President: Virginia Maggiore, RDI, Principal, Store Planning at RDC. ✨ Secretary: Kimberly E. Malone, RDI, Studio Director | Senior Associate, Regional Retail Practice Leader at Gensler ✨ Treasurer: Michael Hale, RDI, CEO/Owner at RETAIL REHAB, LLC Together, they’re committed to furthering our mission to connect, celebrate, and grow the retail design community across the Southwest and Pacific regions. READ THE OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT 👉https://lnkd.in/erUEiTv7 Cheers to another term of inspiring events, industry insights, and member engagement! 🎊 Thank you to our International Sponsors + Partners: IDWDISPLAY Capitol Light TRG The Retail Group Planit Construction RetailOne VMSD Shop! Association RCA: Proven Contractors Building Commercial Success #RetailDesignInstitute #RDISouthwestPacific #RetailDesign #Leadership #ChapterBoard #Community

🎉 Announcing the New Retail Design Institute, Ohio Chapter Chapter Board for 2024-2026! 🎉 On behalf of the Retail Design Institute Ohio Chapter, we are thrilled to announce its newly elected officers, who are ready to lead the vibrant community of retail design professionals across the state. Meet your new Ohio Chapter Board: ✨ President: Faith (Bartrug) Huddleston, RDI, Studio Leader at NELSON Worldwide ✨ Vice President: Steve Calhoun, RDI, Senior Manager at The Hershey Company ✨ Secretary: Fiyinfoluwa Akomolafe, Associate RDI ✨ Treasurer: Andrea Leigh Davis, RDI, Principal at NORR ✨ Chairperson: Laura Smith, RDI, Sr. Program Director / Retail Market Leader at CESO, INC. This talented team is dedicated to fostering connection, mentoring new talent, and continuing Ohio’s growth as a hub for retail design. Get ready for an exciting new term filled with events, professional development, and community-building opportunities! 🌟 READ THE OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT 👉https://lnkd.in/eYx3gQ8B Join us in celebrating the new board and stay tuned for what’s to come! Thank you to our International Sponsors + Partners: IDWDISPLAY Capitol Light TRG The Retail Group Planit Construction RetailOne VMSD Shop! Association RCA: Proven Contractors Building Commercial Success #RetailDesignInstitute #RDIOhio #RetailDesign #NewBoard #CommunityBuilding

🗽 Exciting News - Announcing the Retail Design Institute NY Chapter’s New Board for 2024-2026! 🗽 The Retail Design Institute’s New York Chapter is excited to welcome its newly elected officers, each ready to lead the dynamic NY Retail Design community into a new term filled with inspiration, innovation, and growth. Meet your New York Chapter Board: ✨ President: Annie Greenhouse, RDI, Purchasing Manager at SCMP  ✨ Vice President: Jo Abbott, RDI, Design Director at NELSON Worldwide    ✨ Secretary: Ramon Ocampo, RA, NCARB, LEED GA, RDI, Associate Principal at Arcadis    ✨ Treasurer: Sonja Macciocchi, Trade RDI, Chief Brand Officer at Allied Retail. ✨ Chairperson: Tobias Harris W., RDI, transitioning from President to guide the board as Chapter Chairperson With diverse industry expertise, this team is committed to creating a thriving New York Chapter through exciting events, expanded membership, and invaluable connections within the retail design community. Let’s celebrate our new leaders and look forward to the amazing work ahead! 🗽✨ READ THE OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT 👉 https://lnkd.in/evXJ5AT5 Thank you to our International Sponsors + Partners: IDWDISPLAY Capitol Light TRG The Retail Group Planit Construction RetailOne VMSD Shop! Association RCA: Proven Contractors Building Commercial Success #RetailDesignInstitute #RDINewYork #RetailDesign #RDIChapter #NewLeadership

🌟 Exciting News from the Retail Design Institute | Chicago Great Lakes Chapter! 🌟 We’re thrilled to announce the newly elected Chapter Officers for the 2024-2026 term! Join us in welcoming this talented group of leaders who are ready to drive creativity, collaboration, and growth within the Chicago | Great Lakes Retail Design community and beyond: ✨ President: Anthony Pastore, RDI, Senior Design, Global Creative at The Wendy's Company ✨ Vice President: Blake Ross,RDI, Sr. Manager, Visual Merchandising and Marketing at Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. ✨ Secretary: Jennifer Acevedo, Allied RDI, VP of Marketing + Brand Strategy at NELSON Worldwide ✨ Treasurer: Amanda M. Smith, RDI, who has graciously agreed to continue in her role and support the Chapter’s growth. With this incredible team, this Chicago | Great Lakes Chapter is looking forward to an exciting term ahead full of events, networking, and initiatives that celebrate retail design and innovation across the region! 🎉 READ THE OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT 👉 https://lnkd.in/ez28Ev-H Thank you to our International Sponsors + Partners: IDWDISPLAY Capitol Light TRG The Retail Group Planit Construction RetailOne VMSD Shop! Association RCA: Proven Contractors Building Commercial Success #RetailDesignInstitute #RDIChicago #RetailDesign #DesignCommunity #RDIBoard #ChapterLeadership #Innovation

📢 International Officers Election Results Announcement! The Retail Design Institute is pleased to announce the re-election of its International Officers for the 2024-2026 term: - International President: Cynthia Hirsch Ortiz, RDI - International Vice President: Kathryn Patton-Miller, RDI - International Secretary: Kathryn Hof-Abercromby, RDI - International Treasurer: Dina Meindl, Allied RDI - International Chairperson: Ray Ehscheid, FRDI, IIDA, LEED Green Associate With their exceptional vision and leadership, these officers will continue driving the Institute forward. As Cynthia Hirsch Ortiz shared, “We’re dedicated to building on our progress and expanding the value of membership for our global retail design community.” Join us in congratulating our leaders as they embark on another impactful term, strengthening connections and advancing retail design. Read the full announcement 👉 https://lnkd.in/erUhngxv Thank you to our International Sponsors + Partners: IDWDISPLAY Capitol Light TRG The Retail Group Planit Construction RetailOne VMSD Shop! Association RCA: Proven Contractors Building Commercial Success Retail Design Institute ATL | SE Chapter Retail Design Institute Canada Retail Design Institute | Carolinas RDI Brasil Retail Design Institute | Chicago Great Lakes Retail Design Institute Pacific Northwest Chapter (RDI PNW) Retail Design Institute | Northern California City Center Retail Design Institute | New England Chapter Retail Design Institute Spain Retail Design Institute, Ohio Chapter Retail Design Institute | Heartland Chapter Retail Design Institute, Twin Cities Chapter Retail Design Institute - Southwest + Pacific Chapter Retail Design Institute | Texas City Center Retail Design Institute - India #RetailDesign #Leadership #RDICommunity #RetailInnovation #RetailDesignInstitute #IndustryLeadership #RDIBoard

🏆 Congratulations to the 2024 Retail Design Legion of Honor Inductees! The Retail Design Institute was proud to welcome three outstanding retail design leaders to the prestigious Legion of Honor last week: - Aaron Spiess - Design Solutions at JLL and Big Red Rooster, whose 35-year career exemplifies the perfect blend of business excellence and human-centered leadership - Alec Zaballero - TPG Architecture, recognized for transforming retail spaces and mentoring the next generation of design talent - David Kepron - Ædifica and NXTLVL Experience Design, pioneering the intersection of neuroscience and retail experience design "What truly identifies our industry leaders are the qualitative aspects of their career in changing, leading, and persevering, and doing so with grace, partnership, and style!" - Ken Nisch, AIA, FRDI, Legion of Honor Chairman Join us in celebrating these visionaries who continue to shape the future of retail design! 🎉 Read the Announcement 👉 https://lnkd.in/erv-ks3S We extend our gratitude to our event sponsors: Econoco Corporation / Mondo Mannequins / Sellutions McRae Imaging IDWDISPLAY Kingsmen Projects US MediaPlace.US Reed Photographic Thank you to our International Sponsors + Partners: IDWDISPLAY Capitol Light TRG The Retail Group Planit Construction RetailOne VMSD Shop Association RCA: Proven Contractors Building Commercial Success #RetailDesign #Innovation #Leadership #RetailDesignInstitute #Design #Retail #LegionOfHonor #RetailInnovation