January Meeting at ISC's The Gallery

In January we met at ISC's "The Gallery". Carolyn Wear and Deborah Cook enjoyed refreshments during a break. The CEUs about stone and tile were extremely educational and attracted a large turnout. Thank you Susan Prestia, for a great job of programming this year.

February Meeting at Amini's Galleria

Our February meeting at Amini's Galleria was the first joint meeting with IIDA. Arash Amini and guest speaker Dave Calderwood, Regional Sales Manager for Obeetee and Tamarian Carpets, educated us through this presentation about the Oriental rug field.

Dave took the mystery out of selling Oriental rugs, from Antique and Traditional to the top contemporary styles and colors. There was a drawing for area rugs, and both Barbara Bishop and Diana Koska won 4 x 6 area rugs. Another member, Kathleen Ramsey, won the drawing for a $200 certificate toward outdoor furniture. The outdoor furniture is a new addition to the store.

Amini's provided excellent hors d'oeuvres and wine for refreshments. If you haven't been to the showroom, be sure to check it out and get registered. Below, owner, Arash Amini and Bridget White, hand made rug manager. With Bridget in the second picture, Diana Koska, winner of an area rug.

Job Posting - New Web Feature

A new feature of our web site will be to host high quality ads specific to our industry. Expect to find job postings, contract and temporary positions or other types of paid ad sponsorship. The first ad is listed below. As more ads are solicited, we plan to create a dedicated web space on our site to host all ad-related material. Any ideas and feedback are welcome.

Salary: Open
Employer: Ad Astra Development, LLC
Location: Olathe, KS
Type: Full Time, Experienced
Company Description:

The partners of Ad Astra Development have worked together for over 16 years designing and building senior care communities. In the past two years they have formed a company in development and design specializing in Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) and Assisted and Skilled Nursing Facilities. They are the winners of several national awards.

Job Description:

The candidate must demonstrate a positive, creative and innovative approach to design, and strong visual style. He/she must present self-motivation, professionalism, organization and interpersonal skills and ability to juggle multiple projects. AutoCAD knowledge is required. He/she must present knowledge of millwork, construction, materials, lighting and technologies. He/She will work on design conceptualization, furnishing development, materials research, design drawings detailing, site visits and construction supervision.

Contact Information:
E-mail resume to info@adastradev.com
Fax to (913) 829-2153

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