CHICAGO, July 23,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago Design
Network (CDN), a certified Women's Business Enterprise through
the WBENC, is excited to announce the realignment of its corporate
organization to better reflect its status as a leading woman-owned
business. This evolution within the firm highlights the journeys
and contributions of its key leaders while maintaining a strong
foundation laid by its founder.
At the helm of CDN is President and CEO Deborah Winchester. Deborah's remarkable journey
from Intern (1986) to majority owner (2023) is a testament to her
dedication and vision. Under her leadership, CDN has flourished
with her work emphasizing creative direction, strategic business
management, and client clarity. Deborah's influence extends beyond
operational leadership; she shapes the firm's business development
strategies, ensuring that CDN remains at the forefront of the
industry.
Simon Paca, the Director of Strategy & Standards, has played
a pivotal role as CDN's project-based design leader. His focus on
buildability ensures that CDN's designs are both innovative and
practical. Simon's commitment to excellence in design and his
ongoing pursuit of knowledge, especially around products, have been
instrumental in maintaining the firm's reputation for high-quality
work. He is integral to the firm's client business strategies and
sustainability strategies, especially through material selection
and resource library management.
Brandon Simak, the Director of
Architecture, oversees quality control in design, production, and
delivery. His meticulous approach to project management and
customer experience has resulted in consistently successful project
outcomes. Alongside his architectural work, Brandon also manages
operational functions such as billing, scheduling, and the
development of policies and procedures, ensuring that each project
is completed on time and within budget. His dedication to licensure
and continuing education in Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW)
reflects his commitment to professional growth and excellence.
David McCarty, the founder of
CDN, continues to contribute to the firm's success as the Director
of Strategic Initiatives. David focuses on strategy and
sustainability, guiding the firm's direction and ensuring that it
remains adaptable and forward-thinking. His expertise in strategic
design and workplace and real estate strategies keeps CDN aligned
with industry trends and client needs.
In October 2023, CDN moved to a
new office at 217 N. Jefferson Ave., a location rich in history and
significance for the firm. This new space, Schwinn's former
headquarters and showroom, brings CDN full circle, as the firm was
previously located directly across the street before moving to the
West Jackson location in 1997. The return to this vibrant area
symbolizes CDN's growth and enduring presence in the Chicago design community.
CDN continues to excel in designing technology-focused
workplaces and healing spaces. Recent and ongoing
projects—including the redesign of Rush Oak Park Hospital's fourth
floor patient wing and back-to-office projects for Hewlett Packard
Enterprise and Agilent Technologies—demonstrate the firm's
versatility and commitment to creating impactful spaces. With
exciting new developments on the horizon, CDN remains dedicated to
pushing the boundaries of design and architecture.
For more information, please contact:
(312) 491
3060
380672@email4pr.com
@chicagodesignnetwork
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