New England

The IFDA New England Chapter has been inspiring collaboration within the furnishings and design industries to support its people, their products and services. IFDA New England is a strong, talented, and creative group of people and we strive to celebrate our members.

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Our President

John Trifone

617-515-5507

ifda.nec@gmail.com


On behalf of John and all of the IFDA Board here in New England, welcome! We are thrilled to welcome members from every facet of the furnishing and design industry. Members are executives and companies professionally engaged in the design, production, distribution, promotion, communication or education in the furnishings and design and/or related industries. The IFDA promotes open sharing, mutual respect, and education, as well as community service and ethical practices.

Our board Members

Ian Kaplan - Treasurer

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Eunice Weckesser - President-Elect

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Vivian Robins - Secretary

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Georgia Zikas - VP Educational Foundation/Education

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Diane Komodromos - VP Financial Resources

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Vineet Malik - VP Membership

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Vineet Malik - VP Membership Retention

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Jacqueline Richie - VP Programs

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Isabelle Yabe - VP Special Events

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Michelle Southworth - VP Communications

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vacant - VP Public Relations

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Jacqueline Becker - VP Community Relations

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Christina Fichera - VP Hospitality

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Stanislaus Miklaszewski - Student Liason

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Kyle Tripp - Chapter Advisor

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Upcoming Events

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March 25, 2026 @ 1 PM – 2:30 PM

Building Your A-Team:
The Art of Designer Trade Collaboration

Directions

Scavolini Showroom
@ Boston Design Center
One Design Center Place, Ste 237
Boston, MA 02210

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April 2, 2026 @ 6 PM – 9 PM

Business of Design
Lecture Series

What Design School Didn’t Teach You

The Business of Design Lecture Series is a new, energizing forum created for architecture and interior design graduates, career-changers finding their way in the design world, and seasoned professionals ready to rethink how they build and run their practice.

Each session brings fresh insights from industry leaders who’ve mastered both craft and commerce, offering real-world strategies, candid stories, and tools you can use to shape a more intentional, profitable, and fulfilling career.

Whether you’re launching your journey or redefining your next chapter, this series will inspire you to elevate not just what you design, but how you design your business.

Natick Mall
1245 Worcester St
Natick, MA 01760

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April 9, 2026 @ 6 PM – 8 PM

A Taste of California

Join us for a vibrant celebration of THE GREAT OUDOORS with the latest issue of REFLECTIONS IN DESIGN and experience the stunning debut of PALECEK’S OUTDOOR COLLECTION, inspired by the natural beauty of their Northern California roots.sp;

Cabot House Furniture & Design
220 Worcester Road, MA-9
Framingham, MA 01701

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