Jennie Shimkus, ASID Allied

Associate | Marketing Director + Interior Design Lead

Jennie leads interior design initiatives at SDA, where she integrates her background in the arts with a deep understanding of design and project management to create imaginative, functional spaces that engage the senses and elevate user experience. Balancing artistic vision with practical considerations, she is a vital contributor to every interior design project. Beyond her design role, Jennie manages the firm’s operations and marketing, overseeing contracts, proposals, and project accounting to ensure efficiency, exceptional service and adherence to budgets. With her holistic approach—blending creativity, strategy, and attention to detail—Jennie delivers interior environments that inspire and uplift.

Jennie has been an active member of the Society for Design Administration’s San Diego Chapter since 2017 and served as Vice President on its Board of Directors in 2025. She is also an active member of ASID (American Society of Interior Designers). She earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Cal State University San Marcos with an emphasis in Visual & Performing Arts in 2014. She has also completed an Interior Design Certificate program at Berkeley College in 2024.

Jennie has been involved as an Interior Designer in the following projects: