ASID ONES TO WATCH 

ASID recognizes the need to grow diversity and inclusion in the interior design profession. Through ASID Ones to Watch, the Society supports rising leaders to ensure that diversity is reflected at all levels of the industry.  

The Ones to Watch program identifies and recognizes rising leaders in the interior design industry who demonstrate exceptional leadership potential and a willingness to push the boundaries of the profession. Emphasis is placed on participants whose backgrounds are currently under-represented in management roles in the interior design industry, including women, members of racial and ethnic minority groups, LGBTQ, and persons with disabilities. 

Each year the Ones to Watch honors up to 20 applicants as Award Winners representing the industry, including design practitioners, educators, volunteers and manufacturers. From the 20 award winners, the Society selects up to eight ASID Ones to Watch Scholars to participate in an exciting leadership development training program. Learn more. 

There is no fee to apply. 

2025 ONES TO WATCH TIMELINE 

ELIGIBILITY

• Active employment in the interior design industry
• 5-10 years of experience in the interior design industry 
• On a path to senior and/or executive-level position
• Belong to an under-represented group in industry management roles including women, members of racial and ethnic minority groups, LGBTQ, and persons with disabilities 
• ASID membership is not required to apply. If selected as an ASID Ones to Watch Award Winner or Scholar, you must become an ASID member in thirty (30 days).
• Current employees of program sponsors and their direct competitors are not eligible
• Fully committed to participating in the Ones to Watch Scholars program if selected and have employer’s support