Description

The ASID Texas Chapter Dallas Design Community invites you to join them at the expansive Texas Counter Fitters showroom for "Bridging the Gap: Connecting Experience & Innovation in Design," a dynamic panel discussion that brings together seasoned and emerging voices in the interior design industry.

This inspiring event explores how design careers evolve, how new technology like AI is shaping the future, and how mentorship and collaboration are transforming the way we work.

Our distinguished panel includes:

• Moderator: Sarah Zubiate Bennett | Host of Let’s Talk Local podcast | Director, Metroplex Civic & Business Association and Dallas Education Collective | A bold leader and venture philanthropist known for guiding strategic investments and building sustainable growth across sectors.
• Debra Stewart, ASID | Founder & Principal Designer of Debra Stewart Interiors | Celebrated for 35 years of visionary design in residential, commercial, and hospitality spaces. Known for embracing art and architecture in every concept-to-completion project.
• Nicole Arnold, ASID Associate | President of Nicole Arnold Interiors | Award-winning Dallas-based designer and former corporate executive at Levi Strauss. A respected voice in the interior design community and mentor to emerging professionals.
• David Call | Founder/Principal Designer of David Call Designs
• April Henegar, ASID | Owner of Design April
• Ria Urs, ASID Allied | Principal Interior Designer of Interiors by Ria | A former engineer turned designer with a flair for integrating tech into luxurious and intelligent home environments. Ria brings a unique blend of STEM and style to the modern home.

Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you'll walk away with fresh insights, practical takeaways, and meaningful connections.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation—and help bridge the gap between generations of design talent.

RSVPs/Fees

• $0 for ASID Members (Practitioners, Educators, Affiliates and Industry Partners)
• $0 for Students (both ASID members & non-members)
• $0 for 1st Guest of an ASID Member
• $20 for Guests/Non-Members and 2nd Guest of an ASID Member

Registration Information

• You MUST register on Eventbrite to attend. Registrations will close Sunday, April 6th @ 11:59 PM or when capacity of 100 people is reached, whichever comes first.
• If you RSVP via Eventbrite and then discover you cannot attend, please be courteous by following these instructions to cancel your registration so that both the host and the Dallas Design Community volunteer organizers know.

Questions about this specific event? Contact one of the following two ASID TX Dallas DC Programs Co-Chairs: Jennifer Mueller, ASID Allied [jennifer@jennifermueller.com] or Sherry Zuch, ASID IP Representative [sherry.zuch@alairhomes.com].