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The Power Talk Friday Tour

High Point Market
Friday, October 25th, 2024

Are you ready to grow? Then you’re invited.

It’s happening—the ultimate event for creative business owners in transition. I know you’ve got proven skills in your chosen field, but do you worry about the back end of your business?  If it’s time to scale up, whether it’s from a solo operation or from a small team, you need to get focused and clear on the next steps and we can help you with that.

Even if you’ve attended workshops, bought courses and read business books…this will be a game-changer for any designer in a growth phase. An amazing day of expert presentations, small group discussions with leaders in our field, good food, and top-notch networking, all in a welcoming, open, environment where you can ask the questions that need to be answered.

This is for you if you have a creative business—whether you are a window treatment pro, interior designer, photographer, interior stylist or you support these industries. If you’re getting ready to kick it up a notch, this is the place for you.

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Interior Designer Panel with LuAnn Nigara | Classic Home

High Point Market, North Carolina
Saturday, October 26th | 11:00 am

Join us for the highly anticipated Interior Designer Panel with industry powerhouse LuAnn Nigara, titled “From Passion to Profit: Turning Design Skills into Sustainable Profit,” hosted by Classic Home. Prepare for an inspiring and insightful discussion as LuAnn is joined by renowned interior designers DuVäl Reynolds, Karen B. Wolf, and Sallie Lord, all ready to share their secrets for transforming creative passion into a thriving, profitable business.

LuAnn will dive deep into essential topics like setting boundaries, mastering pricing strategies, and why learning to say “no” is a game-changer when managing clients and projects. Whether you’re looking to scale your business or refine your process, this panel will equip you with actionable insights to build a sustainable design career, cultivate long-term success, and turn your passion into profit.

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from the best in the industry—this is your chance to gain the practical knowledge you need to elevate your design business to new heights!

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The Fusion of Technology and Design

High Point Market, North Carolina
Saturday, October 26th | 1:00 pm

Join us as we explore the cutting-edge intersection of technology and design: The Fusion of Technology and Design. LuAnn Nigara moderates two interior design leaders, Laura Muller of Four Point Design Build and Anne Gillyard of grOH! Playrooms. Together they share how innovative tools like VR, AR, and project management software are transforming their businesses and enhancing client experiences. Discover how to leverage these technologies to streamline operations, elevate your creative process, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry!

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Designing Success: Mastering Profitable Processes with Powerhouse Leaders in Interior Design

High Point Market, North Carolina
Saturday, October 26th | 4:00 pm

Join us for an empowering panel discussion hosted by the renowned LuAnn Nigara, featuring industry experts Rick Campos, Michelle Lynne and Katie Decker-Erickson. These trailblazing interior designers and coaches will share their secrets to creating a process-driven design firm that enhances profitability and restores your invaluable time and mental space. In this transformative session, you’ll learn to identify when you need processes, how to create them, and how to keep them up-to-date. Discover how streamlined processes can boost your firm’s profitability while giving you back the balance and peace of mind that we hold dear. Walk away with actionable strategies to elevate your design practice and reclaim your work-life harmony. Don’t miss this chance to learn from the best and revolutionize your business!

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Scaling Up: From Vision to Design Empire

High Point Market, North Carolina
Sunday, October 27th | 10:00 am

Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Join us for an insightful discussion with three powerhouse industry leaders who have successfully scaled their businesses from the ground up. In this panel, you’ll hear how these industry leaders will share their hard-earned wisdom on expanding your business without losing your creative edge. From managing a growing team to navigating the challenges of scaling operations, you’ll gain practical strategies and insider tips on turning your design vision into a thriving empire!

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The Future of Interiors: How Corey Damen Jenkins Merges Design with Virtual Reality

High Point Market, North Carolina
Sunday, October 27th | 1:00 pm

Join us for a panel discussion with Corey Damen Jenkins, followed by a book signing, meet & greet, and cocktails.

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Creating a Presence: The Courage to Commit to a Point of View

High Point Market, North Carolina
Monday, October 28th | 11:00 am

In a world full of voices, what makes yours unique? This panel dives into the art of being memorable by honing in on what sets you apart, whether in conversations as a podcast guest, with industry peers, press, or clients.

Learn how to identify and communicate your distinctive qualities, share your expertise with confidence, and engage others in a way that leaves a lasting impact. Join LuAnn Nigara as she sits down with some of her top-performing podcast guests, Beth Bender, Sandra Funk, Megan Molten, Cheryl Luckett, and Erika Ward, to discover their strategies that can elevate your presence and make you an essential voice.

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Cocktails & Conversations: Creating a High-End Client Experience

High Point Market, North Carolina
Monday, October 28th | 4:00 pm

 Enjoy a specially crafted cocktail during a conversational interview between celebrated media personality, LuAnn Nigara and renowned design CEO, Kate O’Hara. Listen in on how a design leader fosters trust, manages expectations, and incorporates discretion and exclusivity at every step in the design process and beyond. Hosted in the Century Furniture Showroom.

 

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What Level is Your Design Business?