Presenter Bios
Experts to help elevate your business
Jerry Arcari
Owner, Landry & Arcari, International Design Guild MemberCategory: Member Panel
Jerry Arcari is a noted expert on oriental rugs with over forty years in the industry. After years of learning the history, art and care of oriental carpets, Jerry led sales and buying for the rug department of Jordan Marsh in Peabody, Massachusetts.
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Paige Pieroni
President, Colony Rug Company, Inc.Category: Member Panel
Paige Pieroni joined Colony Rug Company in 1997 and currently serves as its President and fourth generation. From overseeing the day-to-day operations, to staying in tune with the ever-changing design trends, Paige has guided the company from a primarily local retail based storefront to one that has evolved into a designer destination showroom. Read more
Ron Alleger
President, M. Austin Designer Floors, International Design Guild MemberCategory: Member Panel
Ron Alleger is owner and President of M. Austin Designer Floors in San Diego, California and leads one of the regions top showrooms serving the trade and general public. M. Austin Designer Floors specializes in quality materials and expert installation with a complete line of fine designer wool carpet, Oriental area rugs, custom tiles, and domestic and exotic hardwood floors. Read more
Fred Wee
Owner, Interiors & TextilesCategory: Member Panel
Fred Wee transferred his business experience into the flooring industry after a successful career in the high tech arena. Following his passion for small business, Fred purchased the Interiors & Textiles showroom in Mountain View, California seven years ago. Read more
Krista Eliason
President, International Design GuildCategory: Executive
Before becoming President of IDG, Eliason served as the Vice President of the Guild. Since she joined IDG in 1999, the company has grown to incorporate 100 locations with sales of more than $350 million. Eliason was instrumental in creating a state-of-the-art reward and recognition program for key showroom clients. The Premier Professional Program has hundreds of key clients who are active participants in IDG. Read more
Michelle O'Brien
Business Consultant, International Design GuildCategory: Member Support
Michelle L. O’Brien is the Business Consultant for International Design Guild, CCA Global Partners’ luxury division. She is responsible for working directly with the group of approximately 100 showrooms in North America. . Read more
Kathleen Callahan
Partner Acquisitions & Engagement, International Design GuildCategory: Trade
Kathleen Callahan is the International Design Guild’s newest employee and will lead our partner acquisitions and engagement strategy with the revitalization of the Designer membership program.
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Terri Daniels
Vice President of Marketing, International Design GuildCategory: Marketing
Terri Daniels is Vice President of Marketing for CCA Global Partners, one of the largest privately held companies in the United States. Terri has more than 20 years of experience and a strong background in marketing include: PR planning, media relations, product placement and cause-related marketing. Read more
Megan Michelakos
Marketing and Public Relations Specialist, International Design GuildCategory: Marketing
In her role as Marketing and Public Relations Specialist for International Design Guild, Megan Michelakos implements marketing, social media and public relations programs to help Guild members engage with their customers and loyal designers. Read more
Randy Upson
Vice President of Merchandising, International Design GuildCategory: Merchandising
Randy Upson, Vice President of Merchandising for International Design Guild, has been committed to achieving the best merchandising in the industry for Guild showrooms while maintaining a high level of support for the members.
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Etienne Koth
Floorcovering Merchandiser, CCA Global PartnersCategory: Merchandising
Etienne Koth is an essential part of the development and implementation of all products, promotions, and programs needed to support International Design Guild members.
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Keesha Hargis
Communication Specialist, International Design GuildCategory: Communications
Keesha Hargis has assisted in the creation and delivery of news and other information to members via, members.net, newsletters and face-to-face meetings. Keesha also has worked very closely with the intranet site, maintaining the online content.
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Mark Brunetz
Principle Designer, Mark Brunetz DesignsCategory: Keynote Speaker
Mark Brunetz Designs, the Los Angeles based interior design Company is renowned for its broad range of styles and sophisticated yet always comfortable interiors. As Principal designer, Mark’s extraordinary attention to detail and commitment to quality have awarded him high-profile clients in the entertainment and political arenas. Read more
Christopher Ramey
President and Founder, Affluent InsightsCategory: Keynote Speaker
Christopher P. Ramey is president and founder of Affluent Insights and chairman of The Luxury Marketing Council Florida. Affluent Insights is a business development, marketing communications, sales training, public speaking and research consultancy specializing in helping companies penetrate the luxury market. Read more
Gary Pittsford
President and CEO, Castle Wealth AdvisorsCategory: Guest Speaker
Gary has over three decades of comprehensive fee-only financial advisory experience, is a Certified Financial Planner and has held numerous leadership positions locally and nationally. Gary has also spoken at many national conventions, contributed to and written articles for industry-specific and national publications, and received many accolades. Read more
