The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), the authority on the residential kitchen and bath industry and owner of the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), has announced its 2026 Board of Directors. Kerrie Kelly, CEO and creative director, Kerrie Kelly Studio, has
been elected chair of NKBA’s 2026 Board of Directors, effective Jan. 1, 2026. She succeeds Eduardo Cosentino, executive vice president, Cosentino Group & CEO Cosentino Americas. Cosentino will stay on as a 2026 NKBA board member.
“It’s an honor to step into this role at such a pivotal time for NKBA,” said Kelly. “The association is evolving beyond kitchen and bath to embrace the full spectrum of residential design, and that broader vision is creating new opportunities for connection, inspiration and global influence. As chair, I’m committed to championing that whole-home perspective — bringing designers, brands and innovators together to shape experiences that reflect how people truly live today. NKBA has always set the standard for design leadership, and together, we’ll continue to expand that impact across every room, every market, and every corner of the industry.”
In addition to Kelly, Scott Edmunds, senior vice president of marketing, Kohler Co., has been elected vice chair. Returning board member, Michael Gross, senior vice president, Whirlpool, will assume the position of NKBA Board secretary/treasurer.
“The 2026 Board represents the leadership needed for where NKBA is headed next,” said Bill Darcy, NKBA Global President & CEO. “As we evolve beyond kitchen and bath to embrace the larger home and design ecosystem, strong guidance and diverse insight are critical. With Kerrie Kelly as chair — someone who understands both the craft of design and the power of brand experience—we are well-positioned to deepen our influence, expand our reach, and champion a more connected, global design community. I look forward to working alongside this board as we continue shaping the future of the residential design industry.”
The 2026 NKBA Board of Directors welcomes two new members — Alena Capra, CMKBD, owner, Alena Capra Designs, and Vijay Shankar, executive chairman, Coleto Brands — who join returning board members Nicola Bertazzoni, chief operating officer, Bertazzoni Group; Eduardo Cosentino, executive vice president, Cosentino Group & CEO Cosentino Americas; Jill Ehnes, president of Delta Faucet Company; and Peri Friedman, chief operating officer, Fabuwood.
Below is the complete list of the 2026 NKBA Board Members, who will officially take their positions on Jan. 1, 2026.
2026 NKBA Board Officers
Kerrie Kelly, Chair
CEO and creative director, Kerrie Kelly Studio, Sacramento, Calif.
Kelly is a nationally recognized design authority, creative director and brand collaborator with more than 30 years of experience shaping the design community and the businesses behind it.
Scott Edmunds, Vice Chair
Senior vice president of marketing, Kohler Co., Kohler, Wisc.
Scott is responsible for overall Kohler Co. brand marketing strategy and execution across the Kohler Co. family of businesses.
Michael Gross, Secretary/Treasurer
Senior vice president, Whirlpool, Benton Harbor, Mich.
Michael was named senior vice president, product marketing for Whirlpool Corporation in 2023, leading product marketing inclusive of merchandising, strategy and product delivery engineering for the North American business, which exceeds $10+ billion in annual sales.
2026 NKBA Board Members
Eduardo Cosentino (2025 Chair)
Executive vice president, Cosentino Group & CEO Cosentino Americas
Nicola Bertazzoni
Chief operating officer, Bertazzoni Group, Emilia Romagna, Italy
Jill Ehnes
President, Delta Faucet Company, Indianapolis, Ind.
Peri Friedman
Chief operating officer, Fabuwood, Newark, N.J.
Alena Capra, CMKBD
Owner, Alena Capra Designs, Miami
Vijay Shankar
Executive chair, Coleto Brands, Solon, Ohio
