Naples Design District announces its newly elected Board of Directors

The Naples Design District announced its newly elected Board of Directors, voted in at the recent annual meeting. This leadership team represents some of the area’s most innovative businesses and will guide our continued growth as Naples’ premier destination for design, art, and culture.

Before welcoming the new leaders, they expressed their sincere gratitude to the outgoing board members — Elizabeth Kurtz, President (Kurtz Homes Naples); Rachael D’Eramo, Secretary (D’Eramo Creative); and Jacob Kacinski, Treasurer (AC Hotel Marriott) — for their dedication and impact. Under their leadership, the Naples Design District expanded its signature events, deepened partnerships with the City, and increased visibility for local businesses.

The new Naples Design District Board includes:

Drew Townsend, President — The Naples Studio

Anthony Alongi, Vice President — The Stone Tile Group

Ema Saliasi, Treasurer — First Horizon Bank

Laura Patterson, Advocacy & Education — DWY Landscape Architects

Mike Mahigel, City Relations & Development — PDA Gallery / B&B Italia / Arclinea

Ana Ponce, Marketing & Events — Garden District

Together, they’ll build on this momentum by strengthening community partnerships, elevating local businesses, and shaping future initiatives in the Naples Design District.