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ARIDO is on a transformative journey prioritizing diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion. We strongly believe that the opportunities to evolve our organization and community should be inclusive, and the diverse representation of our members is integral.

In preparation for this call for nominations, we recognize there are opportunities to improve the present Board of Directors composition as it relates to the diverse representation of our members and regional diversity of Ontario. 

As an organization that is focused on developing and strengthening the profession of the Interior Design, we believe it is our responsibility to lead and advocate for change.

We are actively focused on the continued diversification of the ARIDO Board for 2025, and beyond. We encourage and welcome nominations from members who identify as belonging to any underrepresented or diverse group.

The Details

The Board of Management develops and guides the Association’s strategic direction and works to advance the profession and Association provincially. To view the 2023/25 Strategic Plan, click here.

Board of Director Commitment and Leadership Qualities 
In fulfilling their role as a Director, the following commitment is required:

Time Commitment

• Participate in monthly Board meetings, 2 minimum which are in person. (3-4 hours monthly)
• President-elect candidates will be required to attend monthly Executive Committee meetings in addition to Board Meetings. (3-4 hour monthly)
• Review all Board packages in advance of meeting. (1 hour monthly)
• Chair or co-chair with another Director at least one ARIDO Committee with the support of staff. (2-4 hours monthly)
• Attend the annual Strategic Planning meeting in November. (6 hours in person)
• A Director will be removed from the Board if they miss 3 consecutive Board Meetings.

Leadership Qualities

• Actively support ARIDO’s strategic plan and mandate of Board of Directors by being a champion both in public and when with ARIDO staff, directors and members.
• Uphold ARIDO’s Charter of Respect.
• Be fully engaged and present with a focus on ARIDO business at monthly meetings.
• Focus is on the Board matter at hand while mitigating any personal preferences or biases. 

Open Positions for 2025

There are currently two Director Positions open for the ARIDO Board of Directors for the coming term along with one position for Vice President. 

Registered members in good standing who are interested in putting their name forward or who wish to nominate another Registered Member will require their nomination to be seconded by no fewer than three (3) other Registered members in good standing, in accordance with ARIDO’s Operating By-laws (By-law No. 6). Please click here for a copy of the nomination form.

Nominations must include a short bio outlining the candidate’s practice and volunteer history along with details related to their interests in the position.  Please use this form. (MS Word file will download.)

Vice President Criteria

A candidate for Vice President must have served as an elected director on the Board of Directors, an ARIDO Chapter President, or as a member of an ARIDO Standing Committee or Task Force of the Association for a full term of office at least once in the 15 years prior to the date of the election. Alternatively, a candidate for President shall be a Registered Member who has contributed significantly to the profession of Interior Design.

Board Term
Elected Board Members will serve on the ARIDO Board for a three-year term.

Volunteer Commitment
​​​​​​​The ARIDO Board of Directors meets monthly, via video conference, and in person, with additional meetings as needed.  Board members also chair or participate on an ARIDO Committee, which typically meets monthly.

Any members submitting a nomination should do so by Friday, December 13, 2024 and by submitting them to sportelli@arido.ca.   

If you have any questions or wish to discuss the nominations process, please email Sharon Portelli, Executive Director at sportelli@arido.ca.

Download Forms

Nomination Form (PDF File)

Bio Form (Word Document)