The Trend Report

10 to Win: Savannah Bananas - The Courage to do Business Differently

23 Mar 2026

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Send us Fan MailWhat would change in your business if you truly put your customers first?Sid explores how the Savannah Bananas used courage and a fans...

The Best Years of Workplace Design are Still Ahead with Todd Bracher of Humanscale

16 Mar 2026

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Send a textSid connects sustainability, design, and the future of work with Todd Bracher of Humanscale, tracing his craft-first roots in Europe to a c...

Hot Takes with Amanda Schneider of ThinkLab

09 Mar 2026

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Send a textWelcome back to the new Trend Report segment called Hot Takes. Join Sid along with Amanda Schneider as they challenge the idea that our ind...

Building Effective A&D Partnerships with Krystal Lucero

02 Mar 2026

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Send a textSenior Interior Designer, Krystal Lucero, and Sid explore how to earn trust and build durable relationships between product sellers and the...

10 to Win: Fresh Start & Big Ideas

23 Feb 2026

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Send a textSid explores why gratitude is a performance multiplier and how simple daily habits can raise trust, engagement, and results without adding ...

The AI Basics You Need in Your Business with Hunter Jensen

16 Feb 2026

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Send a textHunter Jensen of Barefoot Solutions, and Sid unpack why AI is moving so fast and the important basics leaders skip during implementation an...

Hot Takes with Doug Shapiro

09 Feb 2026

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Send us a textJoin Doug Shapiro and Sid as they tackle the biggest sales and showroom challenges in the contract interiors industry — from outdated ...

CEO Chat with Bryce Stuckenschneider of Loftwall

02 Feb 2026

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Send us a textWe kick off season seven with Bryce Stuckenschneider, CEO of Loftwall, to explore how privacy-first design, flexible architecture, and A...

Bonus Episode: Season 7 Trailer

19 Jan 2026

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Send us a textWelcome to Season 7 of The Trend Report. This opens with a clear plan and a sharper purpose: weekly episodes that blend deep interviews,...

The Deep Dive: Season Six Wrap Up

10 Nov 2025

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Send us a textWe're doing things a bit differently today. In an effort to show you practical uses for AI, I've put all of the transcripts fr...

Design As a Force for Good with Lisa Gralnek of iF Design

27 Oct 2025

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Send us a textWe explore how design moves beyond aesthetics into systems, platforms, and policies, and how iF Design advances that mission through a g...

CEO Chat with Karen John with Heartwork

13 Oct 2025

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Send us a textWe sit down with Heartwork founder Karen John to explore how travel, Italian design culture, and a love of craft shaped a U.S. manufactu...

Content Creation Steps with Adrian Leal

29 Sep 2025

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Send us a textAdrian Leal returns to discuss practical steps for starting or improving your content strategy and focusing on authenticity and impact r...

10 to Win: Professional Development Starts with You

15 Sep 2025

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Send us a textProfessional development is your responsibility, not your employer's. People who take ownership of their personal growth receive sa...

Federal Government Myth Busters with Michelle Warren and Ryan Hay

01 Sep 2025

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Send us a textPublic sector sales represent a third of the furniture industry's market at approximately $4-6 billion annually, offering recession...

Content + Thought Leadership with Adrian Leal

18 Aug 2025

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Send us a textJoin Sid as he and Adrian Leal explore how creating authentic content and establishing thought leadership can transform sales success in...

Understanding Industry Technology with Kari Anderson

04 Aug 2025

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Send us a textKari Anderson, of the Techbox Creative, joins Sid to dive into the complex world of technology in the office furniture industry, explori...

10 to Win: The Power of Everyday Innovation in Your Business

21 Jul 2025

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Send us a textWe are exploring the power of everyday innovation in business, looking at how small, thoughtful touches can transform customer experienc...

The Birth of Kabin: From Cardboard to Revolution with Walter Craven

07 Jul 2025

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Send us a textWalter Craven created Kabin during lockdown to solve his desperate need for personal space, transforming a cardboard prototype into a re...

Meet the Collaborative Network

26 Jun 2025

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Send us a textGet ready for a different kind of episode. Rex Miller takes the mic and interviews Sid and three other industry veterans who have united...

CEO Chat with Natalie Hartkopf of Hightower

23 Jun 2025

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Send us a textNatalie Hartkopf, CEO of Hightower, shares her journey in the furniture industry and how this family-founded business evolved from impor...

Accelerating Growth with Sara Marberry

09 Jun 2025

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Send us a textEver wondered how to tap into specialized vertical markets that offer substantial growth opportunities? Sara Marberry, a healthcare and ...

10 to Win: Everyday Decisions, Big Impact

12 May 2025

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Send us a textWe make nearly 35,000 remotely conscious decisions each day—that's one choice every 1.6 seconds during our waking hours. Each of ...

Why Neurodivergent is Not a Trend with Kelly Colón

28 Apr 2025

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Send us a textKelly Colón shares her expertise in neurodivergent-friendly design and shows how designing with all brain types in mind can improve spa...

Navigating the Future with Shelley Rosetta of Solomon Coyle

14 Apr 2025

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Send us a textWhat does it take to thrive in the office furniture industry during these turbulent times? Shelley Rosetta, Principal at Solomon Coyle, ...

CEO Chat with Collin Cavote of BIOME

31 Mar 2025

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Send us a textWhat happens when you combine cutting-edge technology with the restorative power of nature? Collin Cavote, founder and CEO of Biome, joi...

"Creating Your Success Story" with James Strole of Workspace Resource

17 Mar 2025

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Send us a textJames Strole, founder of Workspace Resources, shares his journey from bank teller to leader in the office furniture industry, discussing...

Love What You Do with Doug Shapiro, VP of Sales at JSI

03 Mar 2025

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Send us a textDoug Shapiro, the VP of Sales at JSI, discusses the evolution of sales in the office furniture industry, emphasizing the importance of l...

10 to Win: Habits to Propel You to Success

17 Feb 2025

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Send us a textExperience the transformative power of habits. We're exploring four key practices—exercise, reading, journaling, and celebrating ...

Welcome to Season 6 of The Trend Report

03 Feb 2025

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Send us a textEver felt like life's commitments were pulling you in all different directions?That's exactly where I found myself last year. ...

Becoming a Sales Superstar with Maryanne Hewitt of SalesStar

29 Jul 2024

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Send us a textWhat if building meaningful relationships could revolutionize your sales strategy? Join me, Sid Meadows, and my guest Marianne Hewitt fr...

The Evolution of a Technology Company with Amy Edington of Cyncly

22 Jul 2024

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Send us a textWhat if merging two industry giants could revolutionize an entire market? Join us as we chat with Amy Edington, Product Manager for Comm...

10 to Win: The 3-C's of Business Research

15 Jul 2024

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Send us a textWhat if your ability to understand your customers could make or break your career? Today, we uncover a transformative experience from ov...

A Better Way with Katherine D'Zmura Friedman, Co-Founder of Thumbprint

08 Jul 2024

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Send us a textCan technology revolutionize the office furniture industry? Join us on the Trend Report as we explore this question with Katherine D&apo...

10 to Win: Decisions, Decisions, Decisions

17 Jun 2024

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Send us a textEver feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of decisions you face each day? I'm here to help you navigate the labyrinth of choices wi...

The Silent Partner with Dominic Lawson

10 Jun 2024

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Send us a textHave you ever considered the silent tales an office chair might tell if given a voice? This episode welcomes the incomparable Dominic La...

The Post COVID Workplace with David Stella of Cresa

03 Jun 2024

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Send us a textEmbark with me on a transformative exploration of workplace strategy and design with the insightful David Stella from Cresa Real Estate....

CEO Chat with Susan Pilato of Mantra Inspired

20 May 2024

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Send us a textStepping into the studio with Susan Pilato of Mantra Inspired Furniture was like opening a treasure chest of wisdom on the enduring valu...

10 to Win: Standing Out to Succeed

13 May 2024

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Send us a textReady to revolutionize your approach in the office furniture industry? I'm here to guide you down the path from being another furni...

Genius Spark Part 2 with Rex Miller

06 May 2024

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Send us a textDo you ever find yourself wondering what happened to that childhood spark, the one that made you curious and bold? Join us as we sit dow...

Mindful Materials with Jen Levisen

22 Apr 2024

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Send us a textDiscover the transformative power of mindful design as Jen Levisen, director of communications at Mindful Materials, joins us to shed li...

10 to Win: The Art of the Follow-Up Question

08 Apr 2024

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Send us a textUnlock the secrets to transformative conversations with my deep dive into the art of the follow-up question. In our latest episode, I s...

Understanding Customer Experience with Stacy Sherman

01 Apr 2024

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Send us a textUnlock the secrets to transforming every customer interaction into a golden opportunity as Stacy Sherman, a maven of CX excellence, join...

Meet Canoa with Lance Amato

18 Mar 2024

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Send us a textLance Amato from Canoa and Sid, navigate the transformative currents reshaping the office furniture procurement landscape. Discover how ...

10 to Win: Driving Change in Your Business

11 Mar 2024

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Send us a textRemember the thrill of seeing something evolve from its simple origins to something spectacularly modern? That's the journey I&apos...

Introducing Form Furniture with CEO Jonathan Johnson

04 Mar 2024

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Send us a textHave you ever found yourself at a career crossroads, contemplating a leap into the unknown? That's precisely where Jonathan Johnson...

10 to Win: Stop Networking

19 Feb 2024

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Send us a textGet ready to revolutionize the way you think about networking! Learn the key to turning shallow handshakes into deep-rooted partnerships...

Your Genius Spark with Rex Miller

12 Feb 2024

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Send us a textJoin me and Rex Miller as we uncover his transformation of a historic ranch into a tranquil retreat and delve into the inception of his ...

Welcome to Season 5 with Sid

05 Feb 2024

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Send us a textCelebrating the launch of season five of The Trend Report podcast feels like commemorating a personal milestone, one filled with the voi...

The OG Furniture Nerd Shares Her Secrets with Dianne Murata

23 Oct 2023

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Send us a textEver wondered how a visionary and an integrator can shape the success story of a business? Dianne Murata, the interior designer and foun...

The Importance of Continuous Growth with Sid Meadows

09 Oct 2023

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Send us a textCan you imagine becoming the best version of yourself, both personally and professionally? How would that impact your life, your career,...

The Evolving Role of the Independent Rep with Jason Levy

25 Sep 2023

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Send us a textJoin Sid for a heartfelt and thought-provoking conversation about the evolving role of the independent rep with Jason Levy, a veteran in...

Breaking the Rules and Coloring Outside the Lines with Sid Meadows

11 Sep 2023

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Send us a textWhat would your life look like if you dared to color outside the lines? If you defied norms and embraced your uniqueness? Let's jou...

Exploring the Contract Furniture Industry and the Power of Personal Branding with Aaron Estabrook

28 Aug 2023

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Send us a textEver wondered what the world of contract furniture holds? Our guest today, Aaron Estabrook, the Director of Digital Marketing at OFS rev...

CEO Chat with Sam Richardson of the Identity Group

14 Aug 2023

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Send us a textJoin Sid for a riveting conversation with Sam Richardson, President and CEO of the Identity Group. Sam's journey to the top is an i...

The Design POP and More with Alexandra Tseffos

31 Jul 2023

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Send us a textMy guest, Alexandra Tseffos, is a return interview for The Trend Report from a couple of years back. The Design POP was just a few month...

Creating Your Own Path with Matthew Negron, President of Dauphin

17 Jul 2023

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Send us a textMatthew Negron is the president of Dauphin, a prestigious furniture manufacturer based out of Germany with a focus on ergonomics. Beginn...

Artificial Intelligence and Business with Marc Ronick & Nick Nalbach - Part 2

03 Jul 2023

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Send us a textOne thing that we didn’t really dive into in our last episode is the topic of how to use these technologies in the most effective way ...

Artificial Intelligence and Business with Marc Ronick & Nick Nalbach - Part 1

19 Jun 2023

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Send us a textArtificial Intelligence and its impact on how we do business is something I like to talk about any time I’m given the opportunity. Wit...

NeoCon and The Mart with Byron Morton

29 May 2023

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Send us a textByron Morton is the VP and co head of leasing of the Merchandise Mart. The Mart has evolved over the many years that it has been hosting...

Customer Experience with The Coaches Roundtable

01 May 2023

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Send us a textIn this episode, I share a discussion that I had with my Coaches Roundtable. Jonathan Howard, Russell Eubanks, Loubna Zarrou, and I spea...

Epic Content with Brian Piper

17 Apr 2023

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Send us a textContent is all around us, and we are consuming it nearly every second of every day. For those of us who don’t know exactly what conten...

Relationships, Mentors & More with Sid Meadows

03 Apr 2023

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Send us a textSo much about our growth and development within the industry hinges on the relationships that we build and the mentors that we have. I h...

CEO Chat with Jim Contois of Parcel

20 Mar 2023

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Send us a textThe world as we know it has changed so much in the past several years. With the evolution of technology and the curveball of the pandemi...

The Independent Rep of the Future with Kurtis Michela

06 Mar 2023

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Send us a textThe age of the independent rep is changing. The role that an independent rep played that we were familiar with up to the year 2015 doesn...

The Future of Showrooms with Karli Slocum of 3form

20 Feb 2023

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Send us a textSocial media and other digital marketing tools play a significant role in the commercial interiors industry. By developing a key strateg...

The Dealer of the Future with Jorge Anaya of Henricksen

06 Feb 2023

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Send us a textStaying ahead of market trends by educating yourself is key to providing an outstanding customer experience and achieving success in the...

CEO Chat with Brandi Susewitz of RESEAT

14 Nov 2022

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Send us a textThere is a dirty little secret in the contract interiors industry and it is how much waste our industry contributes to landfills. Over 5...

Instagram for Business with Jonathan Howard

31 Oct 2022

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Send us a textWe are spending more time than ever on social media and, as business owners, there is an untapped potential that can be unlocked by prom...

Hackathons, Predictions, and More with Amanda Schneider of ThinkLab

17 Oct 2022

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Send us a textThe pandemic presented the contract interior industry with many challenges as it shifted the way we do business with our clients and end...

Investing for the Future, Vipul Bhagat of Skyline Design

03 Oct 2022

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Send us a textWhen we look at glass manufacturing in commercial business spaces, we often don’t realize the process that happens behind the scenes t...

Leveraging LinkedIn with Joshua B. Lee

19 Sep 2022

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Send us a textI'm speaking with the Dopamine Dealer of Linked In - Joshua B. Lee who is well seasoned in online advertising. He currently owns St...

The Importance of Thought Leadership with Matt Spaulding

05 Sep 2022

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Send us a textOne of the things I love most about having a podcast is the amazing connections I make because of it. I met Matt Spaulding of Spaulding ...

A New Approach with Ryan Leavitt of Pillar Booth

22 Aug 2022

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Send us a textBefore Covid happened, there was a major push toward open-concept, collaborative workspaces that increased teamwork and transparency. Th...

CEO Chat with Chris Smith of KFI Studios

08 Aug 2022

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Send us a textWhat does it truly mean to build a post-Covid company? Chris Smith of KFI Studios is the perfect person to ask. Listen as he shares how ...

NeoCon and New Things with Rob Kirkbride

25 Jul 2022

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Send us a textWelcome back to the show Rob Kirkbride. Rob joins me to chat about NeoCon 2022, Fulton Market, industry trends, and most importantly, th...

Building Ecommerce For The Office Furniture Industry

11 Jul 2022

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Send us a textThe office furniture industry desperately needs more e-commerce solutions. We need to break down the lines of competition and start coll...

Celebrating 100 Episodes of The Trend Report

27 Jun 2022

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Send us a textI cannot believe that we’ve made it to episode 100. In many ways it seems like it has taken forever to reach this point but in others,...

Your Greatest Gift

13 Jun 2022

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Send us a textThe greatest gift you can give to yourself, your family, and your friends is your undivided attention. Being present is harder than ever...

CEO Chat with Brian Chiou of Hello Raye

30 May 2022

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Send us a textData is king. Being able to make better data driven decisions both in purchasing and in design is unbelievably important. Brian Chiou of...

A Little Table Company with A BIG Mission with Brandon Rayburn

16 May 2022

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Send us a textSo often when a company talks about the good deeds they’re doing in the world, the goal is to boost their marketing efforts and expand...

Introducing Schiavello with Jeff Thompson

25 Apr 2022

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Send us a textWhen you’ve spent years in the industry, you get a handle on the ins and outs, good and bad, and figure out how we can make lasting an...

Launching a NEW Brand on Zoom

11 Apr 2022

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Send us a textSometimes those clients who seem like they’re too good to be true, really are just that amazing. When Barbara and Anthony Brandt, a mo...

The Trevor Report with Justin Wendholt

28 Mar 2022

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Send us a textWelcome back to the Trevor Report. This is the final installment of this podcast takeover and I hope you’ve taken away some fantastic ...

The Trevor Report with Will Dvorak

21 Mar 2022

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Send us a textTrevor continues his takeover with a discussion about the sales and dealer community. Will Dvorak is a second generation industry employ...

The Trevor Report with Liam Kirkbride

14 Mar 2022

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Send us a textWe’re back with another Trevor Report. Trevor planned to focus on second generation contract interiors employees, but his next guest r...

The Trevor Report with Chelsea King

07 Mar 2022

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Send us a textThe Trend Report is no more! Just kidding. Trevor Bloch of INDEAL University is taking over for the month of March to bring a new perspe...

The Journey Of The 2nd Generation with Trevor Bloch

28 Feb 2022

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Send us a textAs an industry, we need to start finding ways to attract new blood. Many of us fell into our careers by accident and some have come in t...

Leveraging Personal Branding and Yoga with Danika Leeks

21 Feb 2022

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Send us a textYou might not think personal branding, yoga, and the contract interiors space go together, but Danika Leeks approaches our industry in a...

Innovations In Leather with Simone and Keith of Green Hides

14 Feb 2022

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Send us a textWhen you hear the word leather, what’s your first thought? For so many, the belief is that leather is a dying textile because it’s e...

Furniture As A Service with Aaron Harden of NexGen Workspace

07 Feb 2022

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Send us a textIf I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a hundred times. In this day and age you have to meet your clients where they are. They don’t h...

2021 Wrap Up

27 Dec 2021

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Send us a textWe made it! Here we are at the end of 2021 and what a year it has been. I feel like we say that every year, but we’ve all survived ano...

Understanding and Avoiding Burnout

20 Dec 2021

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Send us a textWith the holidays upon us and the start of a new year, many of us are likely feeling or facing burnout. We don’t have to succumb. The ...

Insight Selling with Paul Anderson

13 Dec 2021

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Send us a textSharing our expertise with the next generation is extremely important. Paul Anderson has been training and supporting people in our indu...

CEO Chat with Byron Leclair of fluidconcepts

06 Dec 2021

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Send us a textWhen you’re not happy with what you’re doing but you love the industry, you create the change you want to see. Byron Leclair was fre...

Alternative Design with Kaelynn Reid

29 Nov 2021

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Send us a textThe spaces we design and furnish directly impact the human experience. We bring spaces to life and are directly responsible for how peop...

Digital Sales Strategy - Part II

22 Nov 2021

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Send us a textNow that you know what a digital sales strategy is, how can you implement it? What do you need to create those connections and provide y...

Digital Sales Strategy - Part I

15 Nov 2021

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Send us a textWe are living in a digital world and our sales strategies must shift to comply. I recently did a training session for INDEAL University ...

INDEAL Cares Industry Survey Results

08 Nov 2021

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Send us a textOverall, there has been a significant focus on health and wellness as a whole, but specifically in the workplace. Because of the pandemi...

CEO Chat with Chris Binnendyk of Three H

01 Nov 2021

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Send us a textThree H has not always been owned by Chris Binnendyk. He purchased Three H in the middle of a pandemic, and he is so happy that he did. ...