Description

 

2026 ASID MN Chapter Elections 

Open April 23 - 30

All current members will receive a ballot via email on April 23th.

On the ballot:

President-Elect

Open – Write-in candidate optional

• ​​The Nomination Committee is working to secure a candidate

Membership Director:

Kaitlyn Stokes, ASID Allied

Candidate Statement:

The role of Membership Director interests me because I am passionate about bringing people together to share interests, knowledge, and skills to our industry. I hope to bring some new, innovative ideas to our chapter that include a knowledge database, engaging students (both college and high school), and hope to listen to the needs of our chapter as well as those looking to join.

Education:

Associates Degree in Interior Design from Dakota County Technical College

Employment: 

• Belle Kitchen 2022-present
• Crystal Kitchen & Bath 2018-2022
• Various Tile Showrooms 2012-2018

ASID Activities:

• Programs Committee
• Communications Committee
• Membership Committee

Honor Awards and Publications:

• NKBA Thirty Under 30 Class of 2021
• ASID MN Emerging Talent 2021

At-Large Director:

Scott Needham, ASID Affiliate

Candidate Statement:

I’m very passionate and love being associated with ASID MN.  I believe in being as involved and engaged as possible.  This means volunteering, donating time and money and building strong relationships.  I have been a sponsor for many years and love supporting the chapter.  My business would not be where it is today without the support I receive from the designers I have met over the years.

Education:

Augsburg College – Business & Marketing

Employment: 

President of Express Window Fashions and Drapes Etc

ASID Activities:

Industry Partner member for many years

Industry Partner Committee chair for about 4 years

Other Professional Affiliations:

Member of Housing First (builders association)

Honor Awards and Publications:

2025 ASID MN Industry Partner of the Year