Our Mission Statement

The International Furnishings and Design Association (IFDA) is the only all-industry association   whose members provide services and products to the furnishings and design industry.  IFDA is the driving force through its programs and services to enhance the professionalism and stature of the industry worldwide.

If you are interested in becoming a member , please contact our Membership VP of  or link to IFDA's National website to apply online.                                                 


 

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January

7

Minnesota Chapter BOD meeting – 4 p.m. 
IFDA Office - MS lower level Suite C-7

 

14

Prospective member and trade partner “Get Acquainted” coffee
9:30–10:30 am IMS lower level - IFDA office, Suite C-7
   
 

February

4

Minnesota Chapter BOD meeting – 4pm IFDA office Suite C-7 IMS
    5
Annual Student Interior Design Expo 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. International Market Square,  Minneapolis.  www.imsdesignonline.com

 

11

"Prospective member and trade partner “Get Acquainted” coffee
9:30–10:30 am IMS lower level - IFDA office, Suite C-7

 

16

"Business Building and Resource Special Event"
5:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Food and beverage hosts: Rochford Upholstery and Great Reflections - Location: IMS Suite 436
   23
Monthly "Networking Roundtable" - Open to all members and trade partners. Noon-1:30p.m.-No charge-IFDA office -IMS Suite C-7 - lower level
   
 

March

4

Minnesota Chapter BOD meeting – 4pm
   10
Industry Update-LIGHT'N UP Lighting Design Center
4-8p.m.-14797 Martin Dr. Eden Prairie, MN 55344  - 952-934-6730

 

 11
Prospective member and trade partner “Get Acquainted” coffee
9:30–10:30 am IMS lower level - IFDA office, Suite C-7
   16
First of  two-part series "Basic Point & Shoot Photography" Presenter: Mark Ehlen of Ehlen Creative Communications - 7:30 - 9:30 a.m.
IMS Conference Room B - IMS lower level
   18
IMS Design Seminar Series - www.immdesigncenter.com

 

30

Monthly "Networking Roundtable" -Open to all members and trade partners.  Noon - 1:30p.m. - No charge - IFDA office - IMS Suite C-7 - lower level
     

April

1

Minnesota Chapter BOD meeting – 4pm
    2 MN chapter newsletter submission deadline - Spring issue.                          Send ad's and articles to imsoffice@ifda.com / lkb5545@hotmail.com
     6
Second of two-part series "How to Use Basic Photoshop"
Presenter: Mark Ehlen of Ehlen Creative Communications
7:30 - 9:30 a.m. - IMS Conference Room B - IMS lower level

 

8

"Prospective member and trade partner “Get Acquainted” coffee
9:30–10:30 am - IFDA office, Suite C-7 IMS lower level
   16
International Market Square Seminars 10:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
  22 Industry Update - 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. "Custom Tibetan Rugs at a Price Your Clients Can Afford" Presentation by Julie Dasher of Concept Interiors LLC.  Light refreshments will be served.  IMS Conference Room B RSVP by 4-19 - 612-558-8767 jdasher@conceptinteriors-us.com  
  27
Monthly "Networking Roundtable" -Open to all members and trade partners. Noon -1:30p.m. - No charge - IFDA office - IMS Suite C-7 - lower level 
   
 

May

6

Minnesota Chapter BOD meeting – 4pm
 

13

"Prospective member and trade partner “Get Acquainted” coffee
9:30–10:30 am - IFDA office, Suite C-7 - IMS lower level
    IMS Design Seminar Series - www.immdesigncenter.com
   13 -  15 2nd Annual Sample Sale in collaboration with Hirshfield's Design Studio.    Thurs. (13th) Preview night, Fri. & Sat. (14th & 15th) open to the public.
   20 Industry Update - 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. - K Group Decorative Finishes - Presentation by Kathleen Sakry.  Light refreshments will be served. Location: IMS Conference Room B.  RSVP by 5-18 @ 612-816-0477

 

 25
Monthly "Networking Roundtable" -Open to all members and trade partners.  Noon -1:30p.m. - No charge - IFDA office - IMS Suite C-7 - lower level 
   27
"Designing With Taste" - IFDA MN Chapter Fundraiser - location: ALL, Inc.Time: TBA
     

June

3

Minnesota Chapter BOD meeting – 4pm

 

 10

Prospective member and trade partner “Get Acquainted” coffee
9:30–10:30 am - IFDA office, Suite C-7 - IMS lower level

 

 

 

 July

2

Minnesota Chapter BOD meeting – 4pm
 

9

"Prospective member and trade partner “Get Acquainted” coffee
9:30–10:30 am - IFDA office, Suite C-7 - IMS lower level
   29
Monthly "Networking Roundtable" -Open to all members and trade partners. Noon -1:30p.m. -No charge - IFDA office - IMS Suite C-7 - lower level  
     

August

5

Minnesota Chapter BOD meeting – 4pm
 

12

Prospective member and trade partner “Get Acquainted” coffee
9:30–10:30 am - IFDA office, Suite C-7 - IMS lower level
   31
Monthly "Networking Roundtable" -Open to all members and trade partners.  Noon -1:30p.m. - No charge - IFDA office - IMS Suite C-7 - lower level
     

      September

2

Minnesota Chapter BOD meeting – 4pm

 

9

Prospective member and trade partner “Get Acquainted” coffee
9:30–10:30 am - IFDA office, Suite C-7 - IMS lower level

 

 28
Monthly "Networking Roundtable" -Open to all members and trade partners. Noon -1:30p.m. - No charge - IFDA office - IMS Suite C-7 - lower level 
     

October

7

Minnesota Chapter BOD meeting – 4pm

 

14

Prospective member and trade partner “Get Acquainted” coffee
9:30–10:30 am - IFDA office, Suite C-7 - IMS lower level
   26
Monthly "Networking Roundtable" -Open to all members and trade partners.  Noon -1:30p.m. - No charge - IFDA office - IMS Suite C-7 - lower level 
     

November

4

Minnesota Chapter BOD meeting – 4pm

 

11

Prospective member and trade partner “Get Acquainted” coffee
9:30–10:30 am - IFDA office, Suite C-7 - IMS lower level
 

 

Midwest Home Show IFDA Minnesota Chapter  space, Holiday Haven  Christmas trees & Special occasion tablescapes  Location: Mpls. Convention Center
   30
Monthly "Networking Roundtable" -Open to all members and trade partners.  Noon - 1:30p.m. - No charge - IFDA office - IMS Suite C-7 - lower level  
     

December

2

Minnesota Chapter BOD meeting – 4pm
   
Annual Holiday Gala & Silent Auction - time and location TBD
    9
Prospective member and trade partner “Get Acquainted” coffee
9:30–10:30 am - IFDA office, Suite C-7 - IMS lower level
   28
Monthly "Networking Roundtable" -Open to all members and trade partners. Noon -1:30p.m. - No charge - IFDA office - IMS Suite C-7 - lower level 

   

 


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Last updated: 02/25/10.