\n <\/noscript> <\/span><\/td>\n\nLeader: Greater Good<\/h3>\n Jim Brett is an advocate for global handicraft and scaling of small production goods. He expanded West Elm’s product range by collaborating with artisan workers and communities, implementing dual-purpose “Impact Sourcing” to deliver financial return and measurable social impact through employment as well as non-financial support. Brett made a pioneering partnership with Fair Trade USA and launched educational efforts for craft partners, from basic literacy in Haiti to financial literacy in the Philippines. He was recently appointed to the advisory board of Nest, a non-profit organization helping artisans sustainably develop their businesses. West Elm Workspace with Inscape launched in 2015.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n <\/noscript> <\/span><\/td>\n\nLeader: Health & Wellness<\/h3>\n Tama Duffy Day is a principal and health & wellness practice area leader at global design firm Gensler. A frequent columnist, lecturer and spokesperson on the benefits of health design leadership, not just within the hospital but in communities, Duffy Day is dedicated to raising awareness of the positive impact design can have on health. For three consecutive years she was named one of the “Most Influential People in Healthcare Design” by Healthcare Design magazine. She has also been elected to the College of Fellows for both the International Interior Design Association and the American Society of Interior Designers.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n <\/noscript> <\/span><\/td>\n\nLeader: Hospitality<\/h3>\n Matthew Goodrich is chief creative officer at AvroKO, an interdisciplinary design and concept firm with offices in New York, San Francisco, and Bangkok. He leads the integrated design process for hotel, restaurant, and retail projects throughout the US and Europe. Drawing on his previous career in fine art, he develops strong narratives for each project that blend historical references, conceptual ideas, and emotional content to create memorable guest experiences. Current projects include a restaurant for the Voltaggio Brothers, an eco-resort in Nicaragua, a condo building in Miami, and a concept for a national casual dining restaurant.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n <\/noscript> <\/span><\/td>\n\nLeader: Workplace<\/h3>\n Susan Chang joined the studio of Shimoda Design Group in 2001 and has been a core member of the studio since its formation. As a partner, she provides leadership to the studio teams and continues to participate in all phases and aspects of projects from design, management, coordination, and administration. Her range of experience in workplace, retail, and residential projects has been integral to the development of the multidisciplinary design practice. Her projects include the Steelcase WorkCafe, TOMS Headquarters, Rolex Beverly Hills, and the Japanese American Cultural and Community Center.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n <\/noscript><\/td>\n\nLeader: Manufacturer<\/h3>\n Robert King founded Humanscale Corporation in 1983 and has since served as its CEO. He is committed to charities such as World Wildlife Fund that work toward preserving and protecting the wild places and creatures on our planet for future generations. <\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n<\/td>\n \nLeader Honorees: Mike Gallman, Enrique Vela, Joseph Connell, Lew Epstein<\/em><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n\n\n <\/noscript> <\/span><\/td>\n\nRising Star: Designer<\/h3>\n Recognized as a world-class designer, Laurent is sought after by many of the top global corporations. His creativity and innovation spring from unique and sometimes unexpected sources of inspiration. With an expertise in the fashion and beauty industry, Laurent has led the design of headquarters projects for a number of global brands. His experience also includes financial services firms and media\/technology companies. Laurent currently serves as Gensler’s northeast regional design leader. Additionally, he serves on the board of trustees for the HCST Foundation, a non-profit serving quality public education in Hudson County, N.J.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n <\/noscript> <\/span><\/td>\n\nRising Star: Manufacturer<\/h3>\n Royce Epstein is the director of design for Mohawk Group. As the face to the architecture and design industry, Epstein shares her passion and vision for design, cultural trends, and the meaning of materials in a broad context. Her role is to evolve and share Mohawk Group’s design vision with the industry and to leverage product design with what’s desired in the field. Constantly on the watch for new trends in all aspects of design and culture, Epstein feeds this insight to all of the industry’s touch points. A veteran materials and product specialist, Epstein has spent two decades working in architecture and design firms.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n<\/td>\n \nRising Star Honorees: Jean Anderson, Megan Dobstaff<\/em><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n\n\n <\/noscript> <\/span><\/td>\n\nLifetime of HiPness: Designer<\/h3>\n Joseph Valerio, a founding partner of VDTA, is an architect recognized for his creativity in design. A tireless innovator with an enormous capacity for creation he oversees the design development of all firm commissions. Valerio’s portfolio, spanning his 40-year career, includes a variety of projects and numerous design awards. Corporate office, high-tech industrial, institutional, retail, healthcare, restaurant, residential and theater facilities are all represented. His award winning work has been widely published in international periodicals and was the subject of a monograph published by Rizzoli in 1999. <\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n <\/noscript> <\/span><\/td>\n\nLifetime of HiPness: Manufacturer<\/h3>\n As president and CEO of Teknion, David Feldberg’s collaborative leadership model and commitment to an ethos of design have been a catalyst for the company’s extraordinary growth and success within the contract furniture industry. As a champion of design, Feldberg forges alliances with prominent designers and architects in addition to assembling an accomplished in-house team to continually push the envelope of design. An advocate for environmental responsibility, Feldberg brings equal dedication to sustainability and design as founder of Stratus Vineyards, the first LEED® certified winery worldwide.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n
\n\n <\/noscript> <\/span><\/td>\n\nProduct Designers<\/h3>\n Francesco Favaretto was born in 1983, the son of Paolo Favaretto. Curiosity, rigor and passion for research characterize the work of their design firm, Favaretto & Partners, specializing in industrial and architectural design. Inventive material application, precision in design, and in-depth research exemplify their design approach and demonstrates versatility in different manufacturing sectors, from telephones to furnishings to medical and household objects.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n<\/td>\n \n