Thank you for taking the time to listen to my musings. This will be my final letter as president of this incredible community. While my term officially runs through the end of June, we have an exciting lineup of events and initiatives ahead.
Before we dive into the spring season, I want to express what an absolute honor it has been to lead AIGA Philly. Our community continues to grow, event attendance is on the rise, and our partnerships have never been stronger. Of course, there’s always more work to be done, but I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished together.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Last December, I shared a reel highlighting our ongoing commitment to DEI initiatives—because when every voice is heard, a stronger, more vibrant community emerges.
Thanks to the dedicated efforts of our board, led by DEI Director Shannon Chong, we’ve crafted a DEI commitment statement that reflects our values and goals as a community. We invite you to read it, embrace it, and join us in bringing it to life.
Save the Date for FEEDBACK 27!
Mark your calendars for one of AIGA Philly’s signature events—our annual student portfolio review—happening this spring, live and in person!
FEEDBACK 27 is your opportunity to connect one-on-one with top designers from across the region, including Philadelphia, Southern New Jersey, Northern Delaware, and Central Pennsylvania.
This event is open to graduating and recently graduated students in visual communications fields like Graphic Design, Advertising, UX/UI, Branding, Illustration, and more. Eligible participants include those pursuing or holding a Certificate, Associate’s, BA, BFA, MA, or MFA.
Stay tuned for registration details—we can’t wait to see you there!
Upcoming Headliners You Won’t Want to Miss!
We’ve got an exciting lineup of events on the horizon—mark your calendars and join us!
Cheryl D. Miller – Author of “HERE: Where the Black Designers Are” Join us at Moore College of Art & Design for an inspiring conversation with Cheryl D. Miller, a trailblazer in the design industry and advocate for diversity in the field.
Coffee & Creatives – Central PA Happening the first Thursday of every month, this free, informal meetup invites creatives to connect, share ideas, and talk design—all over a cup of coffee!
Emily Cohen & Hunter Vargas of Casa Davka! March 18 – Don’t miss this insightful Q&A on business development and relationship building with industry consultants Emily Cohen and Hunter Vargas.
Jacquelyn Iyamah – “Writing on the Wall: How Environmental Graphic Design Shapes Belonging” March 21 (Virtual) – Join us for a compelling discussion with Jacquelyn Iyamah on how environmental graphic design can foster inclusion and a sense of belonging for marginalized communities across race, gender, class, culture, ability, and beyond.
Stay tuned for more details—we can’t wait to see you there!
Donation Drive
But here’s the thing—we can’t do this without you. As I’ve mentioned in previous letters, the way we fund our programming has changed, and we need your help. Even a $20 donation can go a long way in helping us achieve more together.
I hope you’ll join us this season for these exciting events—and so much more. Remember, decisions are made by those who show up, so I look forward to seeing you there!
