IIDA Indiana
About Us
We are the Indiana Chapter of the International Interior Design Association, the professional organization of choice for Interior Designers in Indiana who seek to constantly improve in their field.
We believe enthusiastically that Interior Design is more than just a profession—it’s a passion. We are a membership organization providing services and opportunities that empower great Hoosier designers to become leaders in their industry. We’re an Association of people who believe that Interior Design, at its best, means crafting spaces that better serve the people who use them. Our mission statement affirms our belief that professional Interior Design promotes health, safety, and welfare to the general public.
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IIDA was founded in 1994 as the result of a merger of the Institute of Business Designers (IBD); the International Society of Interior Designers (ISID); and the Council of Federal Interior Designers (CFID). The goal of the merger was to create an international association with a united mission that would represent Interior Designers worldwide. Since that date, IIDA has worked to bring together communities of Interior Designers across regions and specialties, representing the interests of the entire community.
Our role is to celebrate, advocate, and create opportunities for the best Interior Designers in Indiana and to connect them with the best opportunities in the field. We’re smart, bold, and vision-driven. And together, we are designing a better future.
2021-2022 IIDA Indiana Chapter Board Members

We are seeking new Board members!
Key attributes:
- Current membership to IIDA.
- The President-elect must be a Professional Member of IIDA.
- Passion for commercial interior design industry in Indiana.
- Existing or future industry leadership.
- Commitment of time and energy to monthly board meetings, some additional work based on role and to attend and promote other IIDA events throughout the year.
- Ability to attend a 2-3 day board retreat in July or August.
- Willingness to work collaboratively, think strategically, advocate for the association and have fun!
Board Job Descriptions
Evansville
Evansville
Evansville City Center Committee Members include:
- VP City Centers Evansville: Andrea Herschelman, Associate IIDA
- Membership Chair: Robin Ogden, Industry IIDA
- Programs Chair: Victoria Wright, Associate IIDA
- Communications Chair: Jason Southwell, Associate IIDA
- Advocacy Chair: Rachelle Bastin, Professional IIDA
- Sponsorship Chair: Rebecca Brady, Professional IIDA
If you are interested in becoming involved in the Evansville City Center please contact:
Andrea D. Herschelman, Assoc. AIA, IIDA
VP City Centers Evansville, aherschelman@vpsarch.com
Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne City Center Committee Members include:
- VP City Centers Fort Wayne: Abeer Saeed
Membership: Claire Purmort
Programs: Haley Robinaugh
Programs: Avery Mortakis
Student Affairs: Dawn Justice
Social Media: Melissa Hall
Advocacy: Open
Sponsorship: Open
If you are interested in becoming involved in the Fort Wayne City Center please contact:
Abeer Saeed
VP City Centers Fort Wayne
abeer.saeed@custerinc.com
Indianapolis
Indianapolis
Indianapolis City Center Committee Members include:
- VP City Centers Indianapolis: Rob Grom
- Membership Chair: Kelsey Reker, Associate IIDA
- Programs Chair: Samantha Blackmore, Associate IIDA
- Student Affairs Chair: Alex Travis
- Advocacy Chair: Cynthia Rumas, Student Member
If you are interested in becoming involved in the Indianapolis City Center please contact: