In honor of Emerging Professional Takeover month, we are showcasing the work of five new interior designers. The designers profiled, all of whom are in the first five years of their practice, offer unique perspectives and represent different paths for aspiring designers. Whether through education, leadership or networking, each of these designers has been active in the ASID community, and they all have leveraged their membership to help advance their professional careers. Join us in celebrating Emerging Professional Takeover month and learn more about the many paths to success.
Ashleigh N. Lessard, Allied ASID, Associate IIDA
Freelance Interior Designer – Chicago, IL
Ashleigh N. Lessard, Allied ASID, Associate IIDA, is a freelance designer in Chicago, IL.
“Keep learning new skills and tools, stay flexible when things change, and be open and ready to take on new challenges and adventures.”
ASID Student Chapter Leader 2007–2012
ASID Membership Director, 2010–2012
Incoming EPAC Member 2013
View Ashleigh’s full profile on ASID.org
Corey Allen Davey, Allied ASID
Reclaimed DesignWorks – Austin, TX
Corey Allen Davey, Allied ASID, works for Reclaimed DesignWorks in Austin, TX.
“If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door.”
ASID Student Chapter President-Elect, 2011–2012
ASID Student Chapter President, 2012–2013
ASID Texas Student Rep to the Board, 2012–2013
ASID Financial Chair, 2013
ASID National Student Advisory Council, 2013–2014
View Corey’s full profile on ASID.org
Joanne E. Levreault, Allied ASID
JEL Design – San Diego, CA
Joanne E. Levreault, Allied ASID founded JEL Design in San Diego, CA.
“Stay true to yourself and capture your dreams.”
ASID Student Board Member, 2006–2009
ASID San Diego EP Chair, 2010–2011
ASID EP Advisory Council Member, 2012–2014
View Joanne’s full profile on ASID.org
Kate R. Croy, Allied ASID
KSA Interiors – Richmond, VA
Kate R. Croy, Allied ASID
works for KSA Interiors in Richmond, VA.
“Everybody Wang Chung tonight – no regrets.”
ASID Student Chapter Secretary, 2011–2012
ASID Student Career Day Co-Chair, 2013
View Kate’s full profile on ASID.org
Lauren A. Reinhard, Allied ASID
Freelance Interior Designer – Brooklyn, NY
Lauren A. Reinhard, Allied ASID, is a freelance designer in Brooklyn, NY.
“Love what you do, and do what you love.”
