Doug Shapiro is the host of the highly-rated “https://ofs.com/imagine-a-place/podcast” Imagine a Place podcast that inspires connection and collaboration, while exploring the role place plays in people’s lives. He has hosted guests from Fortune 500 companies and aspiring entrepreneurs alike, facilitating authentic conversations about everything from the latest workplace trends to neuroscience and architecture. Shapiro served on IIDA’s international board from 2015-2020 and still plays a key role in programming for IIDA student members. He supports meaningful IIDA programming efforts, such as “https://ofs.com/imagine-a-place/design-your-world-pathway-design”Design Your World”a program for high school students that provides educational design opportunities and addresses diversity in design at the source. Shapiro played a key role in facilitating OFS’ involvement in the pilot program, which kicked off this year. He also serves on the advisory board for Kansas State University’s Interior Architecture and Industrial Design department.