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Inspiring stories from HUM July 15, 2014

In another great installment of the AIGA Minnesota Luncheon series, attendees heard the story of the creation and development of Hum, a songwriting app for iOS that was designed and developed here in the Twin Cities by Aaron Shekey and Joseph Kuefler. Starting with their ideation phase, Shekey and Kuefler shared their preliminary sketches and […] [read more…]

Making a Case for UX Design

Three leading professionals from the UX Design field generously shared their expertise with a group of two dozen attendees. Each presenter spoke for 30 minutes; a short Q&A followed, and the evening concluded at Moto-i with more opportunity for discussion. Many thanks to our three terrific presenters, our deft MC Bryce Howitson, committee chair Micah […] [read more…]

AIGA Minnesota Welcomes New Board Members June 30, 2014

June 30, 2014 AIGA Minnesota is pleased to announce that a number of new members have been elected to serve on the organization’s board of directors, beginning on July 1, 2014. To view a list of all currently-serving AIGA Minnesota board members with biographies and photos, click here. New officers Officers are elected by the membership […] [read more…]

Another Successful Year for Portfolio 1-on-1 June 9, 2014

Portfolio 1-on-1® 2014 gathered 200 students from 21 different schools across 6 different states. [read more…]

Solopreneur Spotlight:
Secrets of Success from
the Eastside June 4, 2014

Nearly 40 creatives packed the conference room at Hayden-Heights Library in St. Paul on the evening of May 22, eager to learn the secrets of a successful freelance career. Speaker Carolyn Porter, who operates a one-woman design shop called Porterfolio, shared work, observations and wisdom gleaned over her 12-year solo career collaborating with companies like […] [read more…]

Off to the Races at Lunch
with Jo Davison May 19, 2014

Jo Davison, Senior Vice President–Creative at Larsen, covered the challenges and joys of managing an influential branding and technology firm over lunch with a table full of seasoned designers. [read more…]

2014 Award Winners April 11, 2014
Embracing the Challenge of Change with Craig Franke March 27, 2014

"Some things never change: the importance of communication, craftsmanship, and developing lasting relationships." [read more…]

Emerging Designers
Ready For Takeoff March 15, 2014

As AIGA turns 100 in 2014, creatives across the country take time for reflection and celebration of the history of American graphic design and its profound impact. While we look back at the past and ahead to the future of design, we challenged you to think about your own career plans. On a wintry February […] [read more…]

AIGA celebrates 100 years March 4, 2014

“The AIGA Centennial is a chance to look back at our roots as designers and to look forward to our growing impact in society,” said AIGA Executive Director Richard Grefé. [read more…]

Awarding Design at The Show February 24, 2014

This year, you'll find a design specific award at AdFed's The Show. [read more…]

AIGA 100 February 2, 2014

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Emily McLaughlin
Emily McLaughlin
Director of Communications
Emily is a graphic designer and creative director based in Saint Paul, MN. She passionate about the potential for design to cultivate collaboration and cleave opportunities. As Communications Director of AIGA Minnesota, her emphasis is on supporting and engaging the design community while kindling new connections.