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It's been a vibrant, fast-paced and incredibly successful year for IFDA, due to all of you. I hope each of you has enjoyed some of that success, whether it was attending a local or national event, networking with new resources, joining forces with colleagues to support a cause, or learning from one of the many online webinars and seminars. | |
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I am honored to have served as your International President the last two years. Thanks to many who have shown me grace, support and patience during my tenure.
Let's all look forward to 2024 in the spirit of collaboration and alliance, creativity and ingenuity, compassion and good cheer.
Happy New Year one and all.
Dawn Brinson, FIFDA
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ASSOCIATION
HIGHLIGHTS & NEWS
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On December 8, 2023 the Arizona Chapter gathered for a Christmas Soiree for dinner and refreshments at the Irish Culture Center in downtown Phoenix. | |
Jeffrey Bennett and Tracy Rattner pose by one of the Christmas Trees | |
L to R: Incoming President, Jeffrey Bennett and Outgoing President Chris West address the attendees | |
Earlier this month, IFDA Carolinas Chapter Members gathered for a nostalgic, festive holiday dinner to help two worthy causes: IFDA EF and A Simple Gesture. For every 5 non-perishable food items brought to support A Simple Gesture, a $10 contribution was made in the member's name to IFDA Educational Foundation. We collected almost 300 pounds of food to fight insecurity in our community and donated $1.000 to Educational Foundation. | |
Left, front to back: Ellen Gefen, IFDA's 2023 International Honorary Recognition Award recipient, Dawn Brinson, FIFDA, Joanne Hoover, JoAnn Owings, Jane Dagmi, Nanc Reib. Right, front to back: Nancy High, Robin Gainey, Kathleen Koch, Sammi Dagmi. Not pictured: Dr. Jane Nichols and Dr. Richard Bennington | |
IFDA President Dawn Brinson, FIFDA shows off her packed trunk filled with groceries. The Carolinas Chapter IFDA holiday dinner food drive for "A Simple Gesture" brought in nearly 300 pounds of non-perishable food items for local food banks and pantries. | |
On December 7th the New England Chapter put on their glitz and glitter for a glam dinner party with holiday themed martinis | |
L to R: Larissa Cook, New England Past President & International President Elect & John Trifone, New England President Elect | |
L to R: Corey Nuffer, Kyle Trip,
Callie KacMarek, Peter Griffin,
Georgia Zikas, Elle Benson
| L to R: Larissa Cook, Kyle Tripp, Carlotta Cubi Madra, Michelle Southworth | |
L to R: NE Past Presidents John Nicholas, Kyle Tripp, Larissa Cook, Wayne Southworth, Jacqui Becker | |
L to R: Joe & Camille Bertola, Trish & PIerre Matta, Affy Jefari &
Nezam Shalchi
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L to R: Fred Anderson, Larissa Cook, Sylvia Dandrata, Catherine Bertulli,
Bob Ernst
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L to R: Michelle Southworth, Georgia Zikas, Lisa Almquist, Natasha Clarke,
Melissa Bunis
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L to R: Eric Adams, Kevin Cradock | |
L to R: John Nicholas, Jim Foscaldo, John Speridakos, Kyle Tripp | |
L to R: Brian Robertson, Lisa Almquist, Larissa Cook, Brian Sprague, Nick Buni | |
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L to R: Diane Burcz, Kyle Tripp,
Jacqui Becker, Katie Seel, Kat Gallagher, Beezee Honan, Lauren Hamilton, Michelle Southworth
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L to R: Beezee Honan, Michelle Southworth, Robin Gannon, Julie Dalton, Melissa Bunis, Elle Benson | |
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L to R: Eric Adams, Larissa Cook, Tara Pavia, Lorelle Carlson, Natascha Clark,
Priscilla DeLima, Pierre Matta, Kyle Tripp
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L to R: Dane Austin, Jill Najnajier,
Niki Serras, Vandi Sayeed
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Steamy Pasta Station with L to R:
Affy Jefari, Pierre Matta, Nezam Shalchi
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The New York Chapter Party was held on December 14th at the Savant Experience Center in SOHO.
Attendees enjoyed cocktails and appetizers while they experienced the unparalleled convenience of controlling lighting, climate, entertainment, and security from a single, intuitive app. They marveled at the Savant Pro Remote X2 and saw the control you can have of all your entertainment, lighting, and climate, from a sleek, one-of-a-kind device.
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L to R: Robert DiMauro &
Mark Rosenhaus
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L to R: Patti Carpenter, IFDA 2023 Trailblazer Award recipient, Rose Hittmeyer, IFDA NY Administrator | |
L to R: Amy Rossi & David Santiago | |
L to R: David Santiago, Amy Lynn Schwartzbard, Ricardo Monge | |
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L to R: Bissera Antikarov &
Kim Connerton
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L to R: Greg Barrett of Savant & David Santiago, IFDA NY President | |
L to R: David Santiago, Jennifer Munich, IFDA NY President Elect, Greg Barrett from Savant, Jeffrey Garcia, Ricardo Monge, Jeff Collins, Jelani Stuart, Sara Amodio | |
L to R: Jeff Collins, Jeffrey Garcia, Ricardo Monge, David Santiago, Jelani Stuart, Greg Barrett from Savant | |
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The New York Chapter wishes everyone Happy Holidays!
We want to give thanks to Greg Barrett and The Savant team for an educational jumpstart to our 5 part CEU series for 2024 and celebrating the holiday season at their Savant Experience Center.
A big shout out to our new honorary 2024 chapter members, Dondrill Glover, Liz Nightingale, and Amy Rosi. Also, a special welcome our 2025 President Elect Jennifer Munich, who will Co-President with our current President David Santiago for 2024.
Hats off to our board and committee members who are dedicated to the IFDA NY Chapter and our industry
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Furniture Today Features IFDA New York's President
David Santiago
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L to R: Janet Stevenson, FIFDA, George Chianes, Kristen Cossa, Beth Maurer, Deanna Lorenti | |
L to R: Sean, guest, Marina Michelle, Nissa, Marc | |
L to R: Sandee Burham, Daniella, Michele, Tina Green | |
L to R: George Chianes, Morgan Square, Kristen Cossa, Dino Vogia, Joe Trave, owner Village Handcrafted Cabinetry, Linda Cipriano | |
Village Handcrafted Cabinetry Team Members | |
L to R: Rebecca Brown, Kai Progulske, Linda McManus, Patty | |
Raffle Table filled with fabulous items donated by all of the IFDA PA Industry Partners | |
Cheers to a memorable night filled with laughter, love, and holiday cheer at the IFDA Christmas party! Thank you to everyone who made this celebration unforgettable! | |
L to R: Mitzi van der Veer, Bettina Pamplona, Robin Gahan | |
Paul Lamborn, Richmond Chapter President with his wife, Brittney Antozzi | |
IFDA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION | |
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An IFDA membership for 2024 was won by
Georgia Zikas of the New England Chapter
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When making your end of year charity contributions, please think of the IFDA Educational Foundation which funds student scholarships and professional grants in addition to offering Chapter grants for Educational programs and Leadership Training. | IFDA INDUSTRY PARTNER'S NEWS | |
Shifman Matrresses
teams with local mayor on Cradle Project for expectant moms
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ARIZONA
Professional
Aaron Kenna
Kenna Group
Port Townsend, WA
Nancy Bates
Builder of Fine Homes, LLC
Scottsdale, AZ
NEW ENGLAND
Professional
Priyanka Behl
BEHL Designs
Wellesley, MA
Dominique Fowler
DFI Interiors
Sudbury, MA
Dianne Komodromos
Top Notch Contracting
Lexington, MA
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Christopher LeBihan
Robin Gannon Interiors
Lexington, MA
Peter Leon
Palmer Industries
Warwick, RI
NEW YORK
Professional
Dondrill Glover,
Vision, Voice, Values
Astoria, Queens
Amy Rossi
AROS Communications.com
New York, NY
Tracey Steele
Tracey Steele Designs
Jersey City, NJ
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PHILADELPHIA
Professional
Nicole Grey
Grey & Company
Phoenixville, PA
RICHMOND
Student
Lisa Fratkin
University of Richmond
Richmond, VA
McKenzie Davis
University of Richmond
North Ches, VA
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UPCOMING
EVENTS
January 10 - 14
Lightovation - International Lighting Show
Dallas Market Center
Dallas, TX
January 10 -16
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market
Dallas Market Center
Dallas,TX
January 16 -22
Atlanta Gift & Home
AmericasMart
Atlanta, GA
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Editor and Publisher: Linda Kulla, FIFDA, IFDA Executive Director
Wishing for Everyone Peace on Earth!
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