N.Y. chapter of IFDA names new president to succeed David Santiago
NEW YORK – The New York Chapter of the International Furnishings and Design Assn. has named a new president as of Jan. 1, 2026: Dondrill Glover.
Glover succeeds David Santiago, of Casa Santi Interior Design, who has led the organization over the past six years. Santiago will remain as an advisor to the board and serve on committees as needed.
Glover has worked with artisans across more than 50 countries, advancing women’s initiatives, handmade cultural heritage, and brand development and marketing. Her work reflects a longstanding commitment to elevating global craftsmanship and bringing brand growth and visibility to the U.S. market.
Glover first engaged with IFDA NY through her role as senior marketing producer for NY NOW. In 2023, she joined the IFDA NY board as an honorary member as vice president of global harmony and social architecture, launching IFDA NY’s inaugural Social Impact Design Awards.
This year, as IFDA vice president of trade markets and global cultural impact, Glover expanded the IFDA Selects visibility at NY NOW, strengthening the Chapter’s relationship with the tradeshow and extending IFDA’s reach.
In collaboration with Santiago, Glover also initiated the partnership with LIM College’s graduate program and is co-leading the Chapter’s 2026 rebranding initiative. In addition, she produced social media campaigns for Women’s History Month and Pride Month, celebrating women in interior design and honoring LGBTQ+ designers.
