Kaijie Chen graduated from Philadelphia University with a master’s degree in Surface Imaging Design and also hold bachelor’s degree in Textile Design & Engineering. She chose to explore the interdisciplinary field of surface design which combines visual design, material exploration and engineering technology to offer cutting edge solutions.

Michael J. Burch is the General Manager and a Principal at ScottAG, and has been with ScottAG on a full time basis since 1991. He has performed nearly every function within the company, and now manages the business and oversees large projects in sales, design, and production. Michael's education and experience in planning and architecture give him an ideal background for the projects ScottAG undertakes. He has managed many regional mall renovations, historic renovation projects, and large institutional projects.

Mike McCarthy is the 2021 SEGD Treasurer/Secretary and a member of the 2021 SEGD Board and Vice President at DCL in Boston.

Mike received a dual degree from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, where he double majored in Mechanical Engineering and Visual Art.

Kevin Cherashore is the Owner/President of Direct Embed Coating Systems LLC and MS Signs. Kevin and Mo Ladak established MS Signs in 2008 after extensive careers in the sign industry. Their lofty goal was to improve lives and make the world a better place through sharing their skills in the development of superior companies and institutions. This translated to an approach centered on supporting the strategies of elite businesses through close relationships based on trust, education, and transparency.