Interim President:  Alicia Snyder-Carlson, ASID, IIDA, LEED AP

Alicia Snyder-Carlson is a Project Coordinator at Green Building Services for the Commercial Interiors team, and oversees development of the sustainable materials library. Alicia assists in the preparation of client deliverables and technical analysis assistance including project coordination and research for LEED certification processes. Although her focus is in Commercial Interiors, Alicia also has experience on LEED CI for Retail, LEED for Existing Buildings and LEED Volume Certification paths. When she is not at work Alicia enjoys anything outdoors including running and surfing as well as quiet time with a good book and her two Siamese cats on her lap.

Vice President: Sermin Yesilada, IIDA

Sermin holds a bachelor of Interior Architecture from the University of Oregon and is a graduate of Clark Honors College.  She is currently practicing interior design at Bainbridge where she works on a variety of projects including: commercial, healthcare, government, and retail.  Passionate about her career and sustainable design, she is a NCIDQ certificate holder and a LEED accredited professional.  Her interest in civic involvement prompted her to get involved with the Interior Design Collaborative-Oregon.  She is also President of the Oregon Chapter of IIDA for 2009-2010.  In her spare time Sermin enjoys running, outdoor activities, and travel.

Secretary: Bethanne Whalen, IIDA, LEED AP

Bethanne Whalen is a project designer at THINKWORKINTERIORS where she is involved in a variety of projects including commercial tenant improvements, healthcare and multi-family housing. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Exercise/Sport Science from Cedarville University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from Marylhurst University. Bethanne is an Associate member of the IIDA, and is a LEED accredited professional. In her leisure time, Bethanne enjoys running marathons, hiking in the Pacific Northwest and traveling.

Treasurer: Patty Schaffer

A graduate from San Francisco State University, Patty received her B.A. degree in Consumer Family Services with an emphasis in Commercial Interior Design. With over 10 years of experience in the furniture and fabric industry, she is now an Account Manager for Contract Flooring & Interiors (CF&I); a commercial flooring company that brings style and sustainability to your feet. When not working, Patty enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

Legislative Chair: Alicia Snyder-Carlson, ASID, IIDA, LEED AP

Alicia Snyder-Carlson is a Project Coordinator at Green Building Services for the Commercial Interiors team, and oversees development of the sustainable materials library. Alicia assists in the preparation of client deliverables and technical analysis assistance including project coordination and research for LEED certification processes. Although her focus is in Commercial Interiors, Alicia also has experience on LEED CI for Retail, LEED for Existing Buildings and LEED Volume Certification paths. When she is not at work Alicia enjoys anything outdoors including running and surfing as well as quiet time with a good book and her two Siamese cats on her lap.

At-Large Liaison:

Cindy Strike

Cindy Strike is a recent graduate of The Art Institute of Portland, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design. She has experience as a design consultant for residential furniture showrooms and as an assistant to designers in various phases of the design process. She is passionate about sustainable design, is a member of the Cascadia Green Building Council and serves on the Communications Committee of the Emerging Green Builders Portland Chapter.

ASID Liaison:

Karla Green, ASID Allied

Karla Green is a principal in the interior design firm of Green & Milligan Design, Inc. She and a Marylhurst classmate founded the design/build firm in 2007 that specializes in kitchen and bath remodeling, and commercial and dental office space planning, with an emphasis on sustainability.

Environmental concerns have been an important part of Ms. Green’s professional life. Starting with local community issues and growing to an international awareness, sustainability decisions are integral to her design work. She gained a sensitivity to cultural and environmental affairs while a Peace Corps Volunteer in Morocco, and while living in England and Israel. Further volunteer efforts expanded her sense of community and the importance of sustainable efforts.

Ms. Green holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Marylhurst University in Interior Design; she was inducted into the Alpha Sigma Lambda National Honor Society and the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society. She also attended Carnegie Mellon University, College of Fine Arts and the Hebrew University in Jerusalem, Israel. When not traveling with or to her family, she can be found designing in Portland.

IIDA Liaisons:

Alexis Furrule, IIDA

Alexis Furrule is glad to be a part of the IDC-Oregon board and working towards increasing the awareness and importance of the interior design profession in conjunction with other forms of design. In addition to her work with IDC-Oregon, Alexis is also on the board of directors for IIDA. She has a Bachelors degree in Interior Design from Harrington College of Design in Chicago, and is a NCIDQ certificate holder. Alexis currently works as a commercial designer for Portland-based architecture firm, SERA Architects. In her spare time Alexis enjoys yoga, snowboarding, and exploring all that the Pacific Northwest has to offer.

Roberta Pennington

NWSID Liaison:

Michelle Barnes, NWSID

Ms. Barnes has worked in the field of interior design for 20 years and started her own business called Timeless Interiors in 1996, specializing in new home construction, project management, and renovation.  Her work has won awards in both the Street of Dreams and the Clark County Parade of Homes and has been published several times.

Ms. Barnes attended George Fox University and the University of Oregon.  She is currently the Professional Development Director for ASID Oregon, and has held numerous positions on the board of NWSID including VP of membership, Ways and Means, VP of Programs and President.

Student Liaison:

Tejara Brown

Industry Liaison:

Ivy O'Brien

Advisors:

Peggy J. Suzio, IIDA

Peggy Suzio is the principal of Suzio Design, LLC and associate faculty at Marylhurst University’s Interior Design program.

Prior to establishing her own firm in 1998 and joining Marylhurst University in 1999 Ms. Suzio was a senior interior designer with firms in Seattle and Oregon specializing in commercial and healthcare design. She is currently IIDA-Oregon’s Vice President of GRA and President of the Interior Design Collaborative-Oregon (IDC-Oregon).

Ms. Suzio holds a Bachelor of Interior Architecture degree from the University of Oregon and a Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from Marylhurst University. She is an NCIDQ certificate holder.

Linda Myers, IIDA, LEED AP

Linda has worked as a senior interior designer on projects including corporate offices, higher education, hospitality and tenant improvement. She has over 30 years’ experience in interiors, and has worked in architectural and interior design firms, furniture dealerships, and corporate facility groups.

She has been active in IIDA including serving as Chapter President of the Northland Chapter, and has earned NCIDQ certification. Her degree is in Fine Art from Portland State University. Linda practiced in Minneapolis for 17 years, participated during the development and passage of the state’s title act for interior design practice, and became registered as a Certified Interior Designer in Minnesota. In 2006 she gained LEED accreditation.

Linda has served on the Interiors Advisory Committee for the Art Institute of Portland, and currently is an advisor for the Sabin-Schellenberg Center’s Interior Design program.

Fundraising Committee:

Britt Brewer