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Marybeth Shaw is the chief creative officer at Wolf-Gordon, an American design company that provides wallcoverings, wall protection, upholstery, paint, and more. Shaw has achieved an MBA from NYU Stern, an M. Arch. from the Ecole d'Architecture de Paris-Belleville, an MCP from MIT, and, most recently, an MBA. Further, she earned the HiP Award for Creative Direction from Interior Design in 2017, and serves on the Board of the Wallcoverings Association. For the past couple of years, Shaw has curated intriguing design installations for HD Expo, held in Las Vegas. It was the first installation, HI > AI, that grabbed Bar Hacks host David Klemt's attention. Since then, he has wanted to have her stop by the podcast. Finally, the two made that happen! Shaw stops by the discuss wallcoverings, wall protection, sustainability, finding and nurturing the careers of designers, her own journey through the worlds of hospitality and commercial design, design trends (some that she'd like see go away), and much more. Cheers! Notes Wolf-Gordon IG: https://www.instagram.com/wolfgordon Wolf-Gordon website: https://www.wolfgordon.com/ Wolf-Gordon YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLIKcT8xteXsT8NDckgdjmg Wolf-Gordon Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/wolfgordon/ Bar Hacks IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/barhacks/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ KRG Hospitality IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/krg.hospitality/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ KRG Hospitality website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://krghospitality.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ David Klemt IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/david.ex.machina/

Our guest this week has over 30 years of hospitality experience in international operations, capital markets, and strategic development. Please welcome to the show, CEO and Owner of Olson Kundig, Hemanshu Parwani!Hemanshu joins Host Dan Ryan to dive into the importance of showing up with intent. Hemanshu shares why designers should chase meaningful work rather than all out growth, the need to take care of those who take care of others, and how mountaineering inspires his work. Takeaways: Hospitality for many, comes close to being a religion. Built out of a devotion to caring for others, hospitality is about how you make someone feel in a space, and how you build memories with them. When in a space, people are either thinking about what memories this space reminds them of, or how the space will build new memories for them. Building spaces around the formation of memories will leave guests with unforgettable experiences. A guaranteed way to make your guests remember your experiences is by making them feel as if they were one of your group. Allowing your guests to feel like they can be their authentic selves creates satisfaction.The ethos of being an innkeeper is taking care of people. Care extends not just to your guests, but the people who are taking care of your guests. A team that is well cared for will provide even better service to guests. Everything you do should be with intent. Knowing why you are doing something is the foundation to any action. Good design comes from an intimate understanding of why you are designing. While growth is good, it should not be the end all to your pursuits. Chase aspirational, meaningful work in design, and growth will follow. Instead of simply seeking to grow, seek a challenge that forces you to work creatively.Mutual learning is an important aspect of design, and helps you be more intentional about what you do. Keeping an open mind and showing genuine interest in other's work allows you to learn quickly. Quote of the Show:“Growth is not something that we are chasing. We are chasing aspirational, meaningful work in design.” - Hemanshu ParwaniLinks:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hemanshuparwani/ Website: https://olsonkundig.com/ Shout Outs:1:22 - ALIS: https://www.burba.com/ALIS 18:20 - Bill Marriott: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jwmarriottjr/ 20:49 - Harvard Business School: https://www.hbs.edu/ 21:56 - Ian Schrager: https://www.instagram.com/ianschrager/ 21:58 - Adrian Zecha39:59 - Bashar Wali: https://www.linkedin.com/in/basharwali/ 48:55 - Barry Sternlicht49:29 - W Hotels: https://w-hotels.marriott.com/ 50:02 - 1 Hotels: https://www.1hotels.com/ 51:18 - HD Expo: https://hdexpo.hospitalitydesign.com/ 52:24 - Populus: https://populusdenver.com/ 53:06 - Sonu Shivdasani: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonu-shivdasani-obe-a46217/ 54:34 - Bermanfalk: https://www.bermanfalk.com/ 59:07 - Ed Viesturs: https://www.instagram.com/ed_viesturs/?hl=en 1:02:05 - Aggie Zamir: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aggie-zamir-a750982b/ Ways to Tune In: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0A2XOJvb6mGqEPYJ5bilPXApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/defining-hospitality-podcast/id1573596386Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGVmaW5pbmdob3NwaXRhbGl0eS5saXZlL2ZlZWQueG1sAmazon Music: ​​https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8c904932-90fa-41c3-813e-1cb8f3c42419

Joining the show this week is a talented multi-disciplinary designer with over 25 years managing a variety of projects. As a designer, she's led teams through the full life of a project. Our guest this week is none other than the Managing Director at AvroKO's Miami Studio, Kimberly Jackson!In a candid conversation with Host Dan Ryan, Kimberly shares her insights about her journey in the field of design and hospitality. She sheds light on her practice of incorporating "hospitable thinking" into all of the spaces she designs, highlighting the aspects of security, surprise, significance, and synergy, and emphasizes the role of diversity in the industry.Takeaways: Hospitality extends beyond mere spaces like hotels and restaurants, and is fundamentally a mindset. It revolves around how we interact with everyone around us, including friends, family, colleagues, bosses, and employees. The concept of hospitable thinking revolves around four key elements: security, surprise, significance, and synergy. It is important to create spaces that make guests feel comfortable, delighted, and important.Pushing boundaries and surprising both guests and the ownership team is a key aspect of innovative projects. Incorporating unexpected elements and layering them into the design process will drive innovation and shape future designs.Collaboration between the interior design team and the brand bureau is crucial in creating a cohesive narrative and strategy for each design. By combining their expertise, they can develop a unified vision that incorporates both spatial and branding elements.When crafting a spatial-heavy brand, it is important to set up a cohesive brand identity across all spaces. If a brand focuses on individuality, it is advisable to create unique and hospitable spaces that complement the brand without overshadowing it.The Hospitality Diversity Action Council (HDAC) was formed to create a more diverse hospitality industry at all levels. By embracing diversity, the industry can craft more hospitable spaces where everyone feels comfortable.Ensuring security in a space involves more than just the physical layout, such as not placing people in high-traffic areas. It also means creating an environment where all the elements work together seamlessly, providing comfort for everyone involved.Quote of the Show:“What is it about this project that is going to push the boundary a little bit? That's going to surprise the guest?” - Kimberly JacksonLinks:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-jackson-aia-noma-11215a8a/ Website: https://www.avroko.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avroko/?hl=en Shout Outs:15:50 - Brand Bureau: https://www.brandbureau.com/ 21:32 - Danny Meyer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dhmeyer/ 27:56 - Hospitality Diversity Action Council: http://www.wearehdac.org/ 28:35 - Stacy Shoemaker Rauen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacy-shoemaker-rauen-766b253/ 29:34 - HD Expo: https://hdexpo.hospitalitydesign.com/ 29:35 - BDNY: https://bdny.com/ 37:06 - Saxon and Parole38:02 - Madame Geneva38:05 - Ghost Donkey: https://www.ghostdonkey.com/ 39:20 - MIT: https://www.mit.edu/ 42:18 - William Harris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-harris-901b1b139/ 42:19 - Kristina O'Neal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinao1/ 42:19 - Adam Farmerie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-farmerie-a6a7b5a1/ 42:20 - Greg Bradshaw46:57 - Mike McCall54:05 - Tory Schenkkan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tory-schenkkan-82b39812/ Ways to Tune In: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0A2XOJvb6mGqEPYJ5bilPXApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/defining-hospitality-podcast/id1573596386Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGVmaW5pbmdob3NwaXRhbGl0eS5saXZlL2ZlZWQueG1sAmazon Music: ​​https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8c904932-90fa-41c3-813e-1cb8f3c42419

On this episode, we're joined by a show director who puts together some of the hospitality industry's most popular events. Please welcome to the show, Brand Leader & Associate Show Director - Boutique Design at Emerald, Keisha Byrd! Keisha joins Host Dan Ryan to share what makes a successful event. Keisha highlights the importance of finding the right people, the satisfaction that comes from pulling off a successful event, and the ways students can get the most out of events. Takeaways:  Hospitality is about creating welcoming experiences, bringing people together, and making everyone feel like they belong. It is important to prioritize these aspects in order to foster a sense of unity and promote meaningful connections. When it comes to putting together an amazing event, the right people make it a success. Your attendees are likely to forget the food and beverages that were served, but they will remember the conversations had and connections made.  Putting on an event is a lot of work, but the feedback and positive messages make it all worth it. Hearing feedback from attendees not only makes you feel appreciated, but also helps shape future events.  When vendors ask for a better space or more square footage, those are both signs of an event well done. Additional signs of success include the feedback from attendees who have found your event to be a useful resource.  As events grow and evolve, there is an increased focus on highlighting specific designs. Future events will still feature a traditional expo hall, but will start to incorporate open houses that highlight both specific designs and their designers.   Setting goals, being patient, and staying true to yourself are key factors in achieving personal growth and success. It is crucial to persevere and remain dedicated to your journey, as progress takes time and self-belief. Listening and being patient with others, while embracing creativity and continuous learning, are valuable skills for events. These help to improve event experiences and foster constructive growth. Quote of the Show:“Knowing that what we're doing is actually connecting everyone to do business, that's what we're here for.” - Keisha ByrdLinks: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keisha-byrd-076ab680/  Website: https://hospitalitydesign.com/  Website: https://bdny.com/  Shout Outs: 03:43 - BD Match: https://www.boutiquedesignmatch.com/about/ 04:53 - CitySCENE: https://hospitalitydesign.com/cityscene/  08:16 - University of Cincinnati: https://www.uc.edu/  10:23 - Taylor Swift 11:32 - Michelle Finn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-finn-b30b9a9/  13:22 - Association for Women in Science: https://awis.org/  25:37 - HD Expo: https://hdexpo.hospitalitydesign.com/  28:52 - Lynn University: https://www.lynn.edu/  30:39 - Platinum Circle: https://platinum.hospitalitydesign.com/  30:40 - Gold Key Awards: https://goldkeyawards.com/  31:02 - Shelia Lohmiller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelia-lohmiller-2410097/  31:05 - Martin Brudnizki: https://www.mbds.com/  31:06 - Dayssi Olarte de Kanavos: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dayssiolartedekanavos/  31:07 - Libby Sims Patrick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libby-patrick-iida-leed-ap-981631/  31:22 - Moxy NYC Lower East Side: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/nycom-moxy-nyc-lower-east-side/overview/  31:28 - The Lightstone Group: https://www.lightstonegroup.com/  31:34 - Ziegfeld Ballroom: https://www.ziegfeldballroom.com/  31:54 - Lark Hotels: https://www.larkhotels.com/  32:22 - NEWH: https://newh.org/  36:26 - Independent Lodging Congress: https://ilcongress.com/  37:28 - Pratt Institute: https://www.pratt.edu/  37:29 - Fashion Institute of Technology: https://www.fitnyc.edu/  38:04 - Cornell: https://www.cornell.edu/  38:05 - NYU: https://www.nyu.edu/  38:15 - Helen Jorgensen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-jorgensen-leed%C2%AEap-1594902/  40:33 - Joe Burrow Ways to Tune In:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0A2XOJvb6mGqEPYJ5bilPX Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/defining-hospitality-podcast/id1573596386 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGVmaW5pbmdob3NwaXRhbGl0eS5saXZlL2ZlZWQueG1s Amazon Music: ​​https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8c904932-90fa-41c3-813e-1cb8f3c42419

Geoff Gordon Discusses the HD Expo in Vegas and Fuse Alliance's Momentum by Floor Focus Magazine

Corsicana will launch a new collection of reconstructed mattresses at the upcoming Las Vegas Market, as well as a new hospitality line at the HD Expo.

In May at HD Expo in Las Vegas, editor in chief Stacy Shoemaker Rauen sat down with keynote speaker Andrew Zobler, CEO and founder of the Sydell Group. The hourlong conversation touched on everything from working with Barry Sternlicht to starting the Sydell Group, named for his grandmother and known for its collection of brands, including the NoMad, the Line, and the Freehand. In this rare appearance, he shined a light on the evolution of lifestyle hotels.This episode is brought to you by Global Allies. For more information, go to globalallies.com.

Elizabeth Sutton (b. 1989, New York, NY) is a millennial “mom-preneur” and visual artist and designer who has taken the nouveau arts scene by storm. In 2016, Elizabeth was selected to participate in the NYDesigns incubator program, exhibited at both the Affordable Art Fair & Hamptons Designer Showhouse, and was featured by Bravo’s “Million Dollar Listing.” Her work has been featured in Entrepreneur, Arch Digest, Arch Digest Spain, The New York Post, Time Out Magazine, Haute Living, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and more. Elizabeth’s philanthropic endeavors range from the nationally-recognized 92nd Street Y to United Hatzalah, Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, and Lenox Health Greenwich Village, for which she’s raised hundreds of thousands of dollars. In 2017, Elizabeth participated in the Arch Digest Design Show and New York Design Center’s “What’s New What’s Next,” as well as hosted a fundraising event for ArtStart, which the Executive Co-Director described as “by far the most successful event” in her time with the organization. In 2018 Sutton launched a capsule collection with Bari Lynn Accessories for Bergdorf Goodman, which was subsequently picked up by Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and Harrod’s. In Fall 2018, Sutton partnered with Joe & The Juice in locations across New York City, in support of The Art of Elysium. In Summer 2019, Elizabeth was commissioned to paint the 180ft square deck of the Manhattan Park Pool. Elizabeth’s tile collection for Tilebar is a two time award collection, from Architectural Digest and HD Expo. In Fall 2019, Elizabeth also launched her first leather collection along with her lifestyle blog. Most recently, Elizabeth launched a collaboration with Janovic, the largest paint supplier in New York, curating 5 exclusive color palettes, with her artwork wrapping 5 large buildings in New York City and featured on 18 bus shelters. In 2020, Elizabeth will be launching a huge collaboration with the luxury Eden Rock hotel in St. Barths. #convoswithliana --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/liana-zavo/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/liana-zavo/support

In May at HD Expo in Las Vegas, editor in chief Stacy Shoemaker Rauen sat down with keynote speaker Andrew Zobler, CEO and founder of the Sydell Group. The hourlong conversation touched on everything from working with Barry Sternlicht to starting the Sydell Group, named for his grandmother and known for its collection of brands, including the NoMad, the Line, and the Freehand. In this rare appearance, he shined a light on the evolution of lifestyle hotels. This episode is brought to you by Global Allies. For more information, go to globalallies.com.

Known for its sustainable practices, Momentum Textiles and Wallcoverings discusses four hospitality design trends they’ve spotted. They are chatting with us during the  2019 HD Expo, held at Las Vegas’ Mandalay Bay Convention Center. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/interiorsandsources/support

 Terry Eaton, founder of Eaton Fine Art, has over 25 years of experience collaborating on art programs for international hotel brands. At the HD Expo in Las Vegas, he shares with us the current trends he’s seeing.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/interiorsandsources/support

Exhibiting at HD Expo this year, Sandler Seating brought several new and exciting products. Roy Sandler joins Editor-at-Large Robert Nieminen to discuss their latest hospitality designs. High Density Stacking chairs in the HDS series. Wood Look brings the aesthetic of wood with the sturdiness of aluminum. Its fifteen year warranty guarantees a satisfying experience. Several variations of their seating options allow for unique customization. Ariane was designed by Martin Ballendat with the option of swivel base, swivel-and-tilt base, or four legs. Its Italian leather upholstery allows for around 60 color choices. This episode is in partnership with Sandler Seating. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/interiorsandsources/support

In a category that can sometimes be too utilitarian, Stacy Garcia partnered with MTS to create sexy design and bring fancy furniture to public spaces and guest rooms in the hospitality industry.  Chief Content Officer Christoph Trappe sat down with Stacy Garcia herself during HD Expo 2019 to discuss the idea of soft comfort and invigorated design. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/interiorsandsources/support

Graduate Hotel is one hot brand gaining incredible customer traction. The brand's president Tim Franzen and Glenn dissect the brand to share why it's loved by customers and is a great development platform for Graduate Hotel's owner AJ Capital. But first, Glenn and Bruce Ford, SVP, Lodging Econometrics are in Vegas at the Choice Hotels annual conference and HD Expo. They recorded this prior to the event's start in case they didn't survive dual conferences in Sin City. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Text hotel to 66866. Visit the brand new www.novacancynews.com Send us your thoughts and comments to Glenn@rouse.media, or via Twitter and Instagram @TravelingGlenn. Visit our sponsor: Duetto Subscribe on iTunes: No Vacancy with Glenn Haussman Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ifu34iwhrh7fishlnhiuyv7xlsm Send your comments and questions to Glenn@rouse.media.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/novacancy Follow Glenn @TravelingGlenn Find Bruce Ford on Twitter @BFinNH, and learn more at www.lodgingeconometrics.com Learn more at www.novacancynews.com Produced by Jeff Polly: http://www.endpointmultimedia.com/

Intercontinental Hotel Los Angeles, by Amy Jakubowski and Wilson Associates. Click on the image for more info! Amy Jakubowski: International Design Today in the Lounge Nick speaks with Amy Jakubowski live from BD West in LA. Amy talks about how she she got started in interior design at young age, what she does working for Wilson Associates, and some qualities she looks for in interns. Getting to Know Amy On Amy's coffee table you would find two candles, a book on 1950's California design, and plant that's still alive. She loves to travel for work and also takes trips with her friends -- this year it's a jaunt in Croatia. One of her projects has even taken her to Minsk, and she loves going back to Paris. Beer, wine, or cocktail? She loves rosés in the afternoon and reds at night, but if it isn't a nightcap, she prefers a cocktail. Click on the image to see the complete portfolio of the Intercontinental Hotel Los Angeles! How Amy got into Interior Design Amy's passion for interior design grew when she was thirteen and drew inspiration from her neighbors, which led her to the classroom on Saturdays for FIT classes and an eventual bachelor's degree. She worked in the industry part-time while in school and full-time when on breaks, and even had a job offer waiting for her when she graduated. Her first ten years were spent in the garment district, and from there she went to a firm that designed hotels before transitioning from boutique and retail to hospitality. The Business Today Amy is currently the Manager and Design Director for Wilson Associates in the LA office, where she manages the ten offices worldwide and a total of 70 projects -- from Morocco and Minsk to Abu Dhabi and Shanghai. She says that it's important to get to know the market you're in because every place is unique and different, and you have be able to adapt to different cultures. Click on the image to see the complete portfolio of the Intercontinental Hotel Los Angeles! What Amy looks for in Interns When hiring interns at Wilson Associates, Amy looks for an energetic go-getter with computer graphic skills like InDesign, Photoshop and CAD along with a passion for design. Amy also looks to make sure that a student has already done an internship when in the hiring process. She also has a few tips for resumes: a professional resume should include some sample projects but it is important to be concise and personable. Also, be sure to write the point of your objective in your resume. With digital portfolios also keep it simple: balance out your portfolio with technical skills and hand sketches, because it is important for her to see your process. And when you do find an internship (maybe even one with The Chaise Lounge!) be sure to find a mentor and ask a lot of questions! That's how you learn and get to know what different areas in design are out there. Visit Wilson Associates to learn more about Amy and Wilson Associates. Chaise Lounge Updates Get to know Nick this week in Las Vegas at HD Expo, May 2-4. It's not too late, register NOW! Last chance to enter the Moore & Giles INSTAGRAM GIVEAWAY!!! Follow the instructions on our Instagram Post for your chance to win a FREE tote bag. Resources Datacolor– If you've ever worked with a Benjamin Moore dealer and asked for a color match, then you've probably worked with Datacolor. Now, if you pick up a ColorReader pro, you can color match from home! You can also work with almost all of the color decks, including Benjamin Moore. Visit www.datacolor.com to order one or click the link from The Chaise Lounge Podcast website. Moore & Giles JLF Collections Design Manager Benjamin Moore Porcelanosa Universal Furniture Upcoming Events HD Expo – May 2 – 4 ICFF – May 20 – 23 NeoCon – June 11 – 13 Dallas Market – Jun 20– 26 Las Vegas Market July 29 – Aug 2 High Point Market – October 13 – 17 BDNY  – Nov 11 – 12 Wrap Up If you would like to hear more episodes, please visit us on iTunes or on our website at TheCha...

Intercontinental Hotel Los Angeles, by Amy Jakubowski and Wilson Associates. Click on the image for more info! Amy Jakubowski: International Design Today in the Lounge Nick speaks with Amy Jakubowski live from BD West in LA. Amy talks about how she she got started in interior design at young age, what she does working for Wilson Associates, and some qualities she looks for in interns. Getting to Know Amy On Amy's coffee table you would find two candles, a book on 1950's California design, and plant that's still alive. She loves to travel for work and also takes trips with her friends -- this year it's a jaunt in Croatia. One of her projects has even taken her to Minsk, and she loves going back to Paris. Beer, wine, or cocktail? She loves rosés in the afternoon and reds at night, but if it isn't a nightcap, she prefers a cocktail. Click on the image to see the complete portfolio of the Intercontinental Hotel Los Angeles! How Amy got into Interior Design Amy's passion for interior design grew when she was thirteen and drew inspiration from her neighbors, which led her to the classroom on Saturdays for FIT classes and an eventual bachelor's degree. She worked in the industry part-time while in school and full-time when on breaks, and even had a job offer waiting for her when she graduated. Her first ten years were spent in the garment district, and from there she went to a firm that designed hotels before transitioning from boutique and retail to hospitality. The Business Today Amy is currently the Manager and Design Director for Wilson Associates in the LA office, where she manages the ten offices worldwide and a total of 70 projects -- from Morocco and Minsk to Abu Dhabi and Shanghai. She says that it's important to get to know the market you're in because every place is unique and different, and you have be able to adapt to different cultures. Click on the image to see the complete portfolio of the Intercontinental Hotel Los Angeles! What Amy looks for in Interns When hiring interns at Wilson Associates, Amy looks for an energetic go-getter with computer graphic skills like InDesign, Photoshop and CAD along with a passion for design. Amy also looks to make sure that a student has already done an internship when in the hiring process. She also has a few tips for resumes: a professional resume should include some sample projects but it is important to be concise and personable. Also, be sure to write the point of your objective in your resume. With digital portfolios also keep it simple: balance out your portfolio with technical skills and hand sketches, because it is important for her to see your process. And when you do find an internship (maybe even one with The Chaise Lounge!) be sure to find a mentor and ask a lot of questions! That's how you learn and get to know what different areas in design are out there. Visit Wilson Associates to learn more about Amy and Wilson Associates. Chaise Lounge Updates Get to know Nick this week in Las Vegas at HD Expo, May 2-4. It's not too late, register NOW! Last chance to enter the Moore & Giles INSTAGRAM GIVEAWAY!!! Follow the instructions on our Instagram Post for your chance to win a FREE tote bag. Resources Datacolor– If you've ever worked with a Benjamin Moore dealer and asked for a color match, then you've probably worked with Datacolor. Now, if you pick up a ColorReader pro, you can color match from home! You can also work with almost all of the color decks, including Benjamin Moore. Visit www.datacolor.com to order one or click the link from The Chaise Lounge Podcast website. Moore & Giles JLF Collections Design Manager Benjamin Moore Porcelanosa Universal Furniture Upcoming Events HD Expo – May 2 – 4 ICFF – May 20 – 23 NeoCon – June 11 – 13 Dallas Market – Jun 20– 26 Las Vegas Market July 29 – Aug 2 High Point Market – October 13 – 17 BDNY  – Nov 11 – 12 Wrap Up If you would like to hear more episodes, please visit us on iTunes or on our website at TheCha...

High Point Spring Market 2018: Thom Filicia Today in The Lounge, Nick continues his journey at High Point Market. We start off with with a snapshot of The Nick May Morning Show co-hosted Joseph Haecker of Dezign Wall. Guest appearances include Dorothy Willetts of Willets Design, Bobbi Jo Engelby of Domain Interiors, Michelle Wiebe of Studio M and Zandy Gammons & Liles Dunnigan of The Warehouse 1924. Join in through the live video on our Facebook Page! Then join Nick and designer/TV personality Thom Filicia of Thom Filicia Inc live from the showroom floor at Listen to Thom answer fan questions while discussing his early days as a designer, his experience on Queer Eye, and his upcoming new projects. Early Beginnings Thom Filicia grew up in Syracuse, NY, and realized that he wanted to be a designer in the 5th grade when he drew an elaborate McMansion on his elementary school desk -- even though he got in trouble. Later, Thom entered into an advanced art program at school and went on to study art and design, ultimately earning a degree in Interior Design. In 1998 he opened his own business. The Business Now, Thom Filicia manages three different business empires: Thom Filicia Inc, a traditional brick and mortar interior design firm focusing on commercial projects, hotels and restaurants; Sedgwick and Brattle, a showroom and experience center in NYC; and Tom Filicia Entertainment, which focuses on books and television. Originally Thom thought he opened his own business before he was really ready. In retrospect, he realizes that you are never really ready for anything that is monumental in your life, and becoming a business owner taught him how to acclimate to things intuitively. Sometimes, he says, you have to take on more than you are capable of to go to the next level, and he credits his internship experience as the springboard for his career. The Show Of course, Thom is best known for his appearances on the show Queer Eye -- and the backstory is incredible. Believe it or not, Thom was actually discovered by a talent scout while they were both stuck in a broken elevator. Thom says he was able to bring a lighthearted humor during a difficult situation which helps to alleviate the hysterics of other passengers, and after they were rescued from the elevator, the two exchanged cards. A few months later, Thom was contacted by the scout for an upcoming project, and although Thom didn't have television experience, the agent submitted his name anyway. The rest is history. Thom is excited that the show is back on the air and that the brand is still relevant to viewers today. Beyond the commercial appeal, he says that the Fab Five are like brothers to him. Today Thom is currently filming his new Bravo show, the Thom and Carson Project. The show will focus on the pair helping people who have some issue with the design on their home and is scheduled to air in mid-October. For more information or to connect with Thom visit his website www.thomfilicia.com Chaise Lounge Updates Last chance to enter the #makemychaise Design Competition! Enter via Facebook or Instagram for the chance to see YOUR chaise lounge design come to life!!!! Where in the world is Nick??? Find Nick next week in Las Vegas at HD Expo, May 2-4. It's not too late, register NOW! Our Events Page Resources Datacolor–If you've ever worked with a Benjamin Moore dealer and asked for a color match, then you've probably worked with Datacolor without even knowing it. Now, Datacolor has announced the ColorReader, a tool that identifies paint colors from any surface and provides you the closest existing paint match right on the spot! Stop cutting out your drywall or scanning fan decks and start saving time by confiming color with the help of the ColorReader. Revolutionize your color tools and visit www.datacolor.com/may for more information. Moore & Giles, JLF Collections, Design Manager, Benjamin Moore, Porcelanosa, Universal Furniture Upcoming Events HD Expo – May 2 – 4

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