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Denny Gerdeman, has been awarded an honorary Doctor of Arts degree by Columbus College of Art & Design (CCAD).
CCAD President Dennison W. Griffith, in presenting the honor at the school's graduation ceremonies May 10, called Gerdeman "the embodiment of accomplishment, commitment, and passion for this field in which we are all committed."
 Gerdeman gave the commencement address at the ceremonies, which took place at the Ohio Theatre. CCAD is one of the largest and oldest private art colleges in the United States.
Griffith congratulated Gerdeman for his accomplishments in creating a company based on design excellence that is recognized as a leader nationally, adding that he is an excellent role model for young designers to emulate, with his commitment to success, personal vision, and follow-through.
Gerdeman began his career in 1976 as a designer with The Limited, a position that gave him exposure to a wide range of international retailing. In 1989, he partnered with Elle Chute to form Chute Gerdeman, now recognized as one of the top retail design firms in the country. He has worked with a diverse range of clients such as Club Libby Lu, Hamleys (UK), Kohl's, Lane Bryant, The Limited, Limited Too, Marriott Vacation Club International, Target, and Walt Disney Imagineering.
Gerdeman studied architecture at The Ohio State University and is a member and past president of the Ohio Chapter of the Retail Design Institute (formerly the Institute of Store Planners). Actively involved in the education of aspiring designers, Denny is often invited to speak and offer his expertise at major Ohio design programs including the University of Cincinnati, Miami University, The Ohio State University, and CCAD. He also serves on The Planning and Visual Education Partnership (PAVE) board of directors and the board of advisors for DDI magazine.
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