The Retail Design Institute Southwest + Pacific Chapter is excited to announce the re-election of its Chapter Officers for the upcoming term. This leadership team will continue guiding the Chapter in its mission to foster community, collaboration, and growth within the retail design industry.
James Botha, RDI,Project Architect at RDC, has been re-elected as Chapter President. Since becoming President, James and his fellow Board Members have overseen the revitalization of the Southwest + Pacific Chapter, growing it into a vibrant and active community. In his statement to Chapter members, James expressed his dedication to the Chapter’s mission:
“Celebrate together. That is the message I’d like to convey for this campaign. The retail trade is a timeless human experience, and the Retail Design Institute is a community that gathers to celebrate this world. I am excited for a second term to continue leading our Chapter in new ways to bring our members together.” Reflecting on the progress made, James shared that, “When I first became President, we were still piecing the Chapter back together post-COVID, operating with a start-up mentality. Through our dedicated members and leadership, we now host around 8 events per year, circulate monthly newsletters, and have become a community where members from all corners of the retail industry feel connected.”
Under the leadership of the newly re-elected Board, the Chapter plans to add more virtual events to engage members across the region, spotlight both national and local brands in its publications, and continue growing its network.
The Chapter is also proud to announce the re-election of the following officers:
Vice President: Virginia Maggiore, RDI, Principal, Store Planning, RDC
Secretary: Kimberly Malone, RDI, Studio Director | Senior Associate, Regional Retail Practice Leader, Gensler
Treasurer: Michael Hale, RDI, CEO/Owner, retail REHAB
These officers bring a wealth of experience and dedication to their roles, having each contributed significantly to the Chapter’s activities and outreach efforts over the past two years.
The Southwest + Pacific Chapter invites members and industry professionals to join them for upcoming events and initiatives. With this strong leadership team in place, the Chapter is poised to continue expanding opportunities for networking, professional development, and celebration of the retail industry.
About the Retail Design Institute
The Retail Design Institute is a global 501(c)(6) organization that brings together professionals in the retail design industry. It aims to foster professional development, recognize excellence, and promote the exchange of ideas among retail design practitioners. The Southwest + Pacific Chapter, one of the Institute’s most dynamic regions, serves members across California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Hawaii, and beyond.
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