MiEN at EDspaces 2025: Booth 1301, Sessions, EDfest, and Rising Stars
EDspaces lands in Columbus, OH, November 5–7, bringing together educators, facilities leaders, A&D pros, and industry partners for 60+ sessions on research-driven, future-ready learning environments. MiEN will be there all week at Booth 1301, speaking, celebrating our people, and cheering on product innovation.
In this post, we'll take a look at:
Where to Find Us
Inclusive Learning Environments Session
Wed, 2:30–3:30 PM — Join Cecilia Cruse with Dr. Robert Dillon for a practical conversation on designing inclusive spaces for all learners.
NexGen Rising Stars
We’re proud to celebrate two of our own: Claire McNaught (Designer) and Drew Wodarski (Learning Environment Specialist), recognized by EDmarket as NexGen Rising Stars, leaders under the age of 40 shaping how pedagogy, space, and technology impact learning.
ECLPS Graduates
Hats off to Drew Wodarski, Jonathan Gossom, and Scott Doney on completing the 9-month EDmarket Certified Learning Place Specialist (ECLPS) program. Shoutouts to those currently enrolled: VP of Sales Josh Sheldon, Learning Environment Specialist Bill Hillgrove, Sales Associate Olivia Juzwiak, Learning Environment Specialist Steve Norton, and Learning Environment Specialist Tyler Pellerito, and to Learning Space Director Christian Frank, a proud graduate from last year.
Bold Women Event
Leadership on display: Christina Counts (VP of Education) and Madison Johnson (VP of Marketing and Product Development) and Katelyn Forcucci (PD by MiEN Chief Education Strategist) are attending.
Design Leadership Session
Friday, 9:00–10:00 AM — Katelyn Forcucci presents with Kevin Stoller and Brian Schoch. Don’t miss it.
Don’t miss EDfest (Tailgate theme!)
Thu, Nov 6, 5:00–7:00 PM — The can’t-miss networking night at EDspaces. This year’s EDfest All-Industry Party gets a tailgate twist with sponsorship and coordination support from our sister company, Ecolution Design. (Included with Full Conference registrations.)
Product spotlight
We’re honored to have the Tauri Chair up for the Product Innovation Award. The Tauri Chair Series includes the 4-Leg, Pneumatic Swivel, Cantilever, and Stools. The Tauri Chair is a fresh approach to comfort, mobility, and student engagement in modern learning spaces.
If you’ll be in Columbus, let’s connect—on the floor, in our sessions, or at EDfest. We’re excited to learn, share, and keep building environments where every learner thrives.