

A Letter from the International President
In her final letter as International President, Cynthia Ortiz, RDI, reflects on six years of shared accomplishments, celebrates the Institute’s dedicated leaders and members, and looks ahead to a new chapter of leadership and growth.
6 days ago


PNW Event Recap: Annual Summer Cruise
The PNW Retail Design Institute set sail for another memorable evening during our 4th Annual Summer Cruise, continuing one of our favorite summer traditions. Surrounded by beautiful waterfront views and the golden glow of a Seattle sunset, our design community came together to enjoy what summer is all about: good company, great conversations, and time to simply connect. Along the way, we explored a curated showcase of products, materials, and innovations from our industry par
Jul 27


Institute Election Schedule for 2026-2028 Term
Get ready for the Institute's 2026-2028 Board Elections! Nominate yourself or a fellow member for Chapter or International roles.
Jun 25


PNW Event Recap: Design Refracted
Last week we came together at Wunderground Coffee for an evening in celebration of Pride Month, creating space to explore how queer identity can shape more inclusive retail experiences and the spaces we design. Set in the warm and welcoming atmosphere of Wunderground, the event invited our community to connect, reflect, and engage in conversations that continue to move our industry forward. Our panelists, Jody Hall, K Kaczmarek, and Nomi Cooper, shared their perspectives on h
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