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    • 19 Sep 2024
    • 5:00 PM - 8:15 PM
    • Archetype Kitchens (11250 119 St NW Unit 105, Edmonton, AB T5G 2X3)
    Register

    Join us for our 2024 Annual General Meeting!


    Date: September 19, 2024

    Time: 5:00 PM

    Location: Archetype Kitchens

    (11250 119 St NW Unit 105, Edmonton, AB T5G 2X3)


    What to expect: an evening of delicious eats, drinks, mingling with your fellow DIDAA members, followed by a recap of what DIDAA has been up to the past year. We'll elect the 2024 / 2025 DIDAA Board of Directors and then jump into an incredible session with Jillian Schecher called, The Joy Advantage: The Key to Sustainable Success. The evening will wrap up with some fun giveaways and more mingling, if desired! 

    AND the first 35 members to register will receive a special gift that contains one of Jillian's Daily Joy Journals, a handcrafted piece by Edmonton potter, Jien Ang, and a sweet treat.


    Please select the Member w/gift ticket option which will be available until it's sold out; after which you can use the Member w/o gift ticket.  


    Agenda:

    Meet, Greet and Eat from 5:00 - 6:00 pm

    AGM 6:00 - 6:30 pm

    Nominations and Voting for Board Members 6:30 - 6:45 pm

    Guest Speaker: Jillian Schecher 6:45 - 7:45 pm

    Wrap-up and Door Prizes 7:45 - 8:15 pm


    *New Board Nomination and Election Process*


    This year we are accepting nominations for our open positions in advance of the AGM. Nominate someone you think would be great for a position (they will need to accept the nomination) or even better, nominate yourself!


    You can use this form to read more about each of the open positions and submit your nomination.


    If you'd like to gain additional insight in to what a role entails, our President, Kierstin, is here to help! Just send her an email: president@didaa.ca


    About our Guest Speaker, Jillian Schecher

    Author of The Daily Joy Journal™ and creator of The Joy Sessions™, Jillian Schecher (@jillianschecher) is a Joy + Mindfulness Coach whose mission is to empower others to feel better with The Joy Method™ and other practical tools. She believes life is too short to wake up dreading the day ahead and teaches loving leaders, teams, and communities how to build sustainable strategies with JOY. Her work is trusted by companies such as Lululemon, SAJE Wellness, TD Canada Trust, Fairmont Hotels and Google. Jillian is excited to inspire you to make room for Joy so you can experience sustainable success and feel good on the way to your dreams and goals.


    Learn more about Jillian here.

    • 3 Oct 2024
    • 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Join us on the first Thursday of each month at 9AM hop where we will discuss all things business over Zoom.  This is where we will build long term community!

    This is an informal meetup with a loose topic each month. 

    October 3

    (Zoom link will be included in your registration confirmation email.)

    • 22 Oct 2024
    • 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    • Specialized Stair & Rail, 15138 123 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB
    Register

    DIDAA members, get ready—you're in for a treat!

    Join us for an inspiring evening hosted by the experts at Specialized Stair and Rail. Experience a blend of insightful presentations, interactive activities, and valuable networking opportunities.

    As a highlight, participate in the Shop Oil Cutting Board Activity, where you will be guided in crafting your own take-home cutting board, available in various sizes and designs.

    This event offers a unique and comprehensive exploration into the art and science of stair and rail design, ensuring an educational and enjoyable experience for all!

    Full event itinerary below. Please note that registration is required to attend. Non-members are welcome but must pay a non-member rate.


    Event Activities:

    4:30 pm - 4:45 pm: Mix & Mingle

    4:45 pm - 5:00 pm: Introductory Talk - Rene will discuss the history, values, and creation of Specialized Stair and Rail.

    5:00 pm - 5:15 pm: Showroom Tour - Led by Brittany, showcasing our latest designs and innovations.

    5:15 pm - 5:30 pm: Presentation on Design and Terminology - Presented by Brittany & Rob, covering essential terms and concepts in stair and rail design.

    5:30 pm - 5:45 pm: Guess the Wood Species/Stair Type - An interactive and educational guessing game with Rob.

    5:45 pm - 6:00 pm: Shop Oil Cutting Board Activity - Brittany & Rob will guide you in creating your own take-home cutting board, available in various sizes and designs.

    6:00 pm - 6:30 pm: Shop Tour - A detailed tour of our workshop, featuring our production processes led by Rob & Rene


    We can't wait to see you there! 







    • 7 Nov 2024
    • 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Join us on the first Thursday of each month at 9AM hop where we will discuss all things business over Zoom.  This is where we will build long term community!

    This is an informal meetup with a loose topic each month. 

    November 7

    (Zoom link will be included in your registration confirmation email.)


Past events

5 Sep 2024 Business Round Table - September
14 Aug 2024 Wisdom Wednesday: Onboarding with Brenda Brix
9 Aug 2024 DIDAA Social
1 Aug 2024 Business Round Table - August
12 Jul 2024 DIDAA Social - Patio Party
13 Jun 2024 YEG to YYC Designer Road Trip: An Exclusive Journey into the World of Design
11 Apr 2024 "Let's talk about those walls"
21 Mar 2024 Don't Sell Yourself Short. Learn How to Sell High-End.
29 Feb 2024 Benjamin Moore Presents The Science of Colour & Light, A CEU Presentation
9 Nov 2023 Glass Glamour: A Designer Showcase Night
19 Oct 2023 Designing for Business Success
17 Oct 2023 Shattering the Glass Ceiling
20 Sep 2023 Life Work Balance - All About Perspective, with Brenda Brix
14 Sep 2023 DIDAA 2023 Annual General Meeting
10 Aug 2023 ORWW's Summer Beer-B-Q Bash!
20 Jul 2023 Cabinets and Cattle, by AG Woodcrafting
6 Jul 2023 Cabinetry Cantina, by Archetype Kitchens
8 Jun 2023 Urban Granite presents Italian Quality!
1 Jun 2023 Prima Stone + Iron River Surfaces June 1st
3 May 2023 For the Love of Fabric! With Rainbow Draperies
20 Apr 2023 Flights & Floors
11 Apr 2023 Sprouting into Spring
9 Mar 2023 Wedi Seminar - Tile and Stone Source Edmonton
7 Mar 2023 Colour Foundations, a Benjamin Moore CEU!
8 Feb 2023 Hearts & Honey, FEB 8.
7 Feb 2023 ChamClad's New Product Launch!
1 Dec 2022 Kitchen Range Hoods and their Impact on Kitchen Design
9 Nov 2022 World Of Tile
21 Jun 2022 Wallpaper & It's Best Applications
26 May 2022 Customised Shower Solutions For Every Need
23 Mar 2022 Storm Appliances Designer Tour
22 Feb 2022 Luxury Lighting to Enhance Aging in Place
19 Jan 2022 Colour & Paint in Environments for the Aging
10 Nov 2021 Importance of Range Hoods in Kitchen Design
24 Jun 2021 Brand like a BOSS!
26 Apr 2021 Risk Assesment
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