karen veith

vice president

About

Every day is a new adventure. I believe each day something beautiful is going to happen. I have worked over 30 years in the commercial interior design market. Through these experiences I have had opportunities of a life time. I am the recipient of two national design awards- the CONTEMPORARY LONG TERM CARE AWARD for assisted living facilities and the QUALITY of LIFE Award. I was also featured in Provider Magazine and Choices for a Healthy Lifestyle. I was a Business First 2008 and 2009 healthcare honorary partner for distinguished service and support and development in the greater healthcare community areas. I have traveled extensively across the United States designing and refurbishing various healthcare facilities. I was 1 of 15 designer/architects elected to tour and evaluate healthcare and commercial facilities with in Great Britain and have traveled through our Europe. I have passed the NCIDQ (National Council of Interior Design Qualifications) and am a KYCID ( KY Certified Interior Designer). I always believe in people and the human heart!

Country

united states

City

louisville

Industry

higher education

Skill

responsible to market growth for commercial and corporate development, public speaking, teaching, staff development

Experience

vice president

huber decor

2018-1 - Present · 8 yrs 9 mos

department chair

sullivan college of technology and design

2017-1 - Present · 9 yrs 9 mos

Responsible for the development of the department, course curriculum as it relate to CIDA accreditation. Teach design, mentor students and assist in finding student internships and employment. Teach regular course load. Coordinate instructor with course teachings and monitor student course schedule. Coordinate instructor best suited to teach curriculum.

director of interior design

signature healthcare

2011-12 - 2016-12 · 5 yrs 1 mo

Developed and renovated facility segment designs for the aging population. Ranging from Alzheimer facilities, Post Acute facilities to Urban and Rural skilled nursing homes. Traveled all over the United States fulfilling project requirements. Experienced in working and speaking with all levels of trades involved in the construction and complement phase. Developed staff design team to fulfill a cohesive department.

vice president of commercial sales and design

bittners, llc

2003-8 - 2010-4 · 6 yrs 9 mos

Responsible for the development of department growth, design sales and project procurement, including Frazier Rehab, The Rawlings Corporation to name a few. Developed a cohesive design team. Elected to travel to England to evaluate and oversee various healthcare facilities as well as additional commercial buildings. Served on several volunteer organizations such as Rotary Club 45, Focus Louisville, Greater Louisville Inc. Downtown Business Development, Go Red for Women, Center for Women and Children, Healthcare Enterprise Network Fellowship, PTA President 3 years, Long Run Hounds 2005 to present, Supporters of Masters of Foxhounds Association of America, Supporter of Horse Rescue, University of Louisville Senior Project Juror, NCIDQ Test Coordinator and Liaison.

vice president

thorpe commercial group

1996-8 - 2003-8 · 7 yrs 1 mo

Secured and developed continuous design work with Atria and Jewish Hospitals facilities. Traveled all over the United States designing and building senior living facilities.