The American Society of Interior Designers is excited to present the ASID National Conference at NeoCon® World’s Trade Fair, offering something for every designer, practice area and passion. Whether you’re a NeoCon® veteran or first-timer, the ASID National Conference at NeoCon offers something for everyone, with a wide variety of options in a customizable format. Register now—the American Society of Interior Designers and NeoCon has just what you’ve been looking for.
For more information on ASID at NeoCon, visit www.asidatneocon.com or e-mail neocon@asid.org.
ASID invites members to customize your Chicago experience to suit your personal business objectives by selecting from a variety of educational options, ranging from one-, two- and three-hour programs. Because the ASID National Conference is integrated within NeoCon through a unique partnership with MMPI, these professional development opportunities are available for purchase a-la-carte during your NeoCon registration. As you customize your ASID National Conference at NeoCon experience, consider these education and learning programs.
“A Grand Tour”
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ASID members lead the way by teaching peer-to-peer seminars on the important issues impacting the practice of interior design. Each of these 60-minute seminars is available to ASID members attending the ASID National Conference at NeoCon. Member sessions can be purchased a-la-carte and cost $50 each ($60 after June 4) allowing the perfect opportunity to customize your learning experience.
The New Face of Affluence [AF3]
Date: Monday, June 14
Time: 1 pm–3pm
Credits: 0.2 CEUs
Fee: $25 Members; $45 Non-Members
Speaker: Michela O’Conner Abrams, President and Publisher, DWELL
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Design It Forward [AF4]
Location: Market Suites, 7th Floor, Suite 7-7122
Date: Tuesday, June 15
Time: 1 pm–3pm
Credits: 0.2 CEUs
Fee: $25 Members; $45 Non-Members
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Date: Monday, June 14, 2010 Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 PM Fee: $25 Members; $45 Non-Members
Credits: 0.2 CEUs
Speakers: Percy E. Roberts III, AIA, President and COO, VOA
Mike Yoshimura, OWP/P Cannon Design
Jocelyn Stroupe, OWP/P Cannon Design
Date: Monday, June 14, 2010 Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Fee: $25 Members; $45 Non-Members Credits: 0.2 CEUs
Speakers: Scott Greenberg, Creator of theWit
Lou Carrier, Chief Operating Officer, theWit
Jackie Koo, Owner, Koo and Associates Ltd
Mark Shouger, General Manager, theWit
Christina Santarelli, Media Marketing Manager, theWit
Date: Tuesday, June 15 Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Fee: $25 Members; $45 Non-Members
Credits: 0.2 CEUs
Speaker: Bonnie Manson, president, Interior Design Associates
Date: Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Fee: $25 Members; $45 Non-Members
Credits: 0.2 CEUs
Speakers: Colin Rohlfing, HOK
Rick Walker, TRANSWESTERN
If you are interested in sponsoring one of the ASID programs or events please Contact ASID for more information.
Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park
200 North Columbus Drive
ASID members have preferred accommodations at the official ASID host hotel. For individual and group hotel booking, first select "ASID" from the drop-down menus. In order to receive all ASID National Conference at NeoCon benefits, please be sure to book your room at the Fairmont, the official ASID member headquarters hotel.
Date: Monday, June 14th and Tuesday, June 15th
Time: 7:30 -9:30am and 3:30 – 5:30pm
Location: Loop between Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park and the Merchandise Mart
Sponsor: Allermuir
ASID members staying at the Host Hotel have the ease of transportation to and from the Merchandise Mart every morning courtesy of the ASID Trolley sponsored generously by Allermuir. Offered Monday and Tuesday morning and afternoon – don’t miss your change to rest your feet from a day of walking the floors!
Date: Sunday, June 13th
Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park
ASID is excited to offer this unique event in 2010, honoring the College of Fellows. Fellowship is the highest honor that ASID bestows upon its members. Elevation to fellowship not only recognizes the achievements of an individual designer but also elevates before the public and the profession a model interior designer who has made a significant contribution to the profession and the Society. Please join your esteemed colleagues for a day of networking, education and thought-provoking discussions about future trends in interior design. For more information and to register, please visit www.asidatneocon.com.
Note: This event is only open to current ASID Fellows.
Date: Sunday, June 14
Time: 5 – 7 p.m.
Location: The Fairmont Chicago, 200 North Columbus Drive
Sponsor: The Closet Factory
Come to the Fairmont Chicago Hotel on Sunday evening between 5 – 7 pm for a complimentary drink with ASID. This is a great opportunity to relax and mingle with ASID leaders, Fellows and friends before the show begins!
Date: Monday, June 15
Time: 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Location: Waterworks, Suite 136
Sponsor: Kohler
This annual event invites designers and industry professionals to re-energize, recharge and recoup while catching up with friends! Graze on fantastic fare and sensational sweets. Visit asidillinois.com for more details.
Date: Monday, June 14
Time: 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Location: LaSalle Power Company, 500 N. LaSalle Blvd.
Sponsors: Sherwin Williams
Don’t miss the most exciting ASID awards ceremony of the year! Celebration will feature 2010 award winners, live entertainment, and opportunities to network with friends both old and new. Awards presented will include the Society’s highest honors—the ASID Designer of Distinction, ASID Design for Humanity, ASID Fellowships, ASID Industry Partner Merit Award, ASID Student Design competition awards and more! The 2010 Class of Fellows will be inducted and honored during this ceremony, which kicks off with a light reception. Cocktail attire is suggested and space is limited, RSVP at www.asidatneocon.com.
Date: Monday, June 14
Time: 7—10 p.m.
Location: LaSalle Power Company, 500 N. LaSalle Blvd.
Sponsors: Sherwin Williams, Metropolis
RSVP REQUIRED: Visit www.asidatneocon.com
Unwind after day one and kick off the ASID National Conference at NeoCon with FIRSTnight, the conference’s premiere ASID social event. This chic evening unites luxurious interiors with industry VIPs—all under one roof in one of the most exclusive establishments in Chicago, the LaSalle Power Company. FIRSTnight will feature hors d'oeuvres, tasty beverages and VIP lounge spaces. A top Chicago DJ will set the tone from the state-of-the-art sound system. Cocktail attire is suggested and space is limited. For details and to RSVP, visit www.asidatneocon.com.
Date: Tuesday, June 15th
Time: 5:30-7:00pm
Location: Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park, 200 North Columbus Drive
Designed for emerging professionals, this event offers inspirational stories and sound advice from some of the most honored and esteemed professional designers within ASID—Fellows. Equally, rising designers are provided a venue to contribute and voice their comments and concerns on issues impacting the design industry. Don’t miss the anticipated debut of the Fellows Project Video and participation in an open-floor discussion on building and sustaining your career as a design industry leader.
Date: Tuesday, June 16
Time: 8:00p.m.
Location: ROOF, theWit Hotel, 201 N. State St.
A design-filled day at the Mart is over, but the evening is just beginning! Carry the energy from the show to this informal social gathering for emerging design professionals set in a trendy nightlife venue. Mix and mingle with other rising designers and unwind under Chicago’s starry summer skies.
Date: Wednesday, June 16
Time: 9:45–11:45 a.m.
Location: 7th Floor Café, Merchandise Mart
A great networking opportunity for students with leading architecture and design firms, as well as manufacturers. Representatives will be on-hand to offer information about their companies and answer questions about careers in the industry. Need advice on how to improve your resume and/or portfolio? ASID designer members will be present to lend you their expertise. Don’t miss this valuable chance to connect one-on-one with top professionals in the industry!
Find out what’s hot and what’s not in contract design, high-end residential furnishings, sustainability and lighting design as you explore the show floors. ASID members have unlimited access to more than 1,200 exhibitors showcasing thousands of new product introductions such as: architectural products; artwork and accessories; building products and services; fabric; floor coverings; furniture; kitchen and bath; lighting; outdoor furniture; stone and tile; technology; textiles; and wall coverings.
Market Suites, 8th Floor, Suite 8-2102
Each day of the show, the ASID booth will be staffed with individuals to answer questions about ASID, explain membership requirements, as well as share information on cutting-edge resources and information available only from ASID.
Market Suites, 7th Floor, 7-1062
Students and emerging professionals are encouraged to use the Design it Forward lounge as a prime location to jump-start mornings at the Mart, connect with peers over lunch or as a relaxing retreat to take a load off from walking the show floor. Special offerings and networking opportunities will be featured in the lounge each day of the show, so be sure to stop by and say hello.
Floors: 1, 6, 15, 16, 17 and 18
The Merchandise Mart Design Center’s permanent showrooms on floors 6, 15, 16, 17 and 18 as well as the LuxeHome® boutiques on the first floor, boast nearly 200 stunning showrooms, dedicated to residential furnishings resources. Exquisite furniture, fabric, wall covering, floor covering, kitchen, bath, stone and tile products, art, accessories, antiques and the nation’s largest collection of casual/outdoor furnishings are all here under one roof. Visit The Merchandise Mart Design Center and LuxeHome during NeoCon for entertaining events, design inspiration, hospitality, networking and product debuts. Take advantage of the residential CEU programs presented during NeoCon. From home theatre to Vastu Design, there is something for every professional (and to meet every interest).
For information and updates on the ASID national conference at NeoCon®, please visit www.asidatneocon.com or e-mail neocon@asid.org.
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