Christopher Schmitt

Hear from members why AIGA is the place to go for connections, resources, savings, education, recognition and—of course—inspiration.

Executive Director Richard Grefé explains why the AIGA experience must be defined as a powerful community of many creative, inspired and aspiring designers, replacing the perception of a century-old institution that prided itself on expressing an authoritative view of design excellence.

B. Martin Pedersen received a 2003 AIGA Medal in recognition of his four-decade-long career—rooted in relationships, high standards and long hours—and his role as owner, publisher and creative director of the design profession’s most beloved publishing house, Graphis Inc.