Description
Looking for ways to connect with your ASID member community between conferences, markets, and other in-person events? Look no further than Design Connection by ASID, your member-exclusive online community. Receive tips on how to get started using Design Connection and best practices for Industry Partner members in the online community from Katie Festerman, ASID Affiliate, Education Services Associate at ASID and Linde Perelli, ASID Affiliate, Design Consultant for The Share Store. Moderated by Matthew De Geeter, ASID, MBA, LEED AP, explore how Design Connection by ASID is a valuable tool to build relationships with your ASID design community.
Design Connection by ASID is available to all ASID members including Professional, Allied, and Associate Practitioners, Educators, Students, and Affiliate Members as well as organizations including Industry, Firm, Higher Education, and Affiliate Partners.
Katie Festerman, ASID Affiliate
Associate, Education Services | American Society of Interior Designers
Kaitlin (Katie) Festerman, Education Services Associate, joined ASID in August 2023. Katie is also the Community Manager for ASID’s online community, Design Connection by ASID, where she monitors community engagement and identifies areas for platform growth. She also collaborates with the rest of the Education Services Team to develop, launch, and monitor online programs and educational opportunities for ASID members and related audiences. Katie brings combined experience in both education and customer service. She holds a B.S. in Education from Stevenson University.
Linde Perelli, ASID Affiliate
Design Consultant | The Shade Store
Linde Perelli, based in Austin, is a 20-year veteran of the Interior Design and Retail industry. As a Designer and dedicated supporter of the Trade Community, she brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her work at The Shade Store; helping them better support their clients with beautiful, customized window treatments.
Matthew De Geeter, ASID, CAE, MBA, LEED AP (moderator)
Senior Vice President of Strategic Enterprises | American Society of Interior Designers
Matthew J. De Geeter, ASID, CAE, MBA, LEED AP, Senior Vice President of Strategic Enterprises, leads the effort for organization-wide programs to expand and improve the Society’s value proposition. Since joining headquarters staff in 2013, Matt has combined his previous experience as a professional interior designer and ASID volunteer leader with his business knowledge resulting in programs to enhance membership opportunities, improve customer experience, and strengthen partnerships. Matt received his Bachelor of Science with Honors in Interior Design from Ball State University and his Executive Master of Business Administration from Emory University Goizueta Business School.