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Tuesday Keynote Presentations

Jamie Drake: The New American Glamour

10 A.M. | MMCC, 2nd Floor
Presented by: Jamie Drake
With colors embracing the spectrum and design styles ranging as broadly, Jamie Drake examines the elements that connect all of his interiors: Luster, Texture, Color, the Curve and the Mix. Join the designer as he communicates his signature look that attracts his bold, confident, polished clientele. Jamie has created interiors for the likes of Madonna and Michael Bloomberg—among other elite clients around the world. He describes his design as “high style, with a bit of flash and a lot of glitter!

Join Jamie immediately after his presentation for a luncheon at the Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman showroom where he will sign his book THE NEW AMERICAN GLAMOUR.

R.S.V.P. by October 2 for all Keynote presentations by clicking here or calling 312.527.4711.

A Toast to the Ones To Watch

5–7 P.M. | MMMC, 1st Floor
Join your peers and Mart showroom friends to toast the designers who are on their way to stardom. Nominated and selected by Merchandise Mart Design Center showrooms, these rising stars are giving stellar service to their clients and establishing a reputation for success. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served.

R.S.V.P. by October 2 for all Keynote presentations by clicking here or calling 312.527.4711.


Wednesday Keynote Presentations

Celerie Kemble Revealed

10 A.M. | MMCC, 2nd Floor
Presented by: Celerie Kemble and Lisa Skolnik
Join Metropolitan Home’s Lisa Skolnik as she uncovers the inspiration, philosophy and life experiences that provide Celerie with her sophisticated design talent seen today. Hear how this design “icon”, as referred to by House & Garden magazine, has changed the course of direction for her latest projects, and where she sees style heading. Celerie also reveals what it’s like working with younger, affluent clientele and her beliefs behind a successful designer/client relationship.

Brunch reception immediately following at CAI Designs, Suite 1619.

R.S.V.P. by October 2 for all Keynote presentations by clicking here or calling 312.527.4711.

State of the Industry

3 P.M. | MMCC, 2nd Floor
Presented by: Lloyd Princeton
If you only have an hour to spend on education—this is it! Hear Lloyd Princeton, renowned speaker and consultant for the design industry, inform you about the State Of The Industry. Discover a fresh perspective on the role of design professionals in the future, the influence of retail sales on consumer purchasing and ways to structure your business to stay abreast of changes in the Industry. Ask questions, hear actionable responses and learn how to make your career thrive! [0.2 CEU’s #7941]

R.S.V.P. by October 2 for all Keynote presentations by clicking here or calling 312.527.4711.

Luncheon Keynote:
“Paint Your Way to Profits! & Green Means Go!”

Ed Mattingly, founder of The No Limits Paint Institute, will share his insights on the latest trends in paint coatings technologies and help you decipher what is hype and what is hot. Learn best practices for specifying these cutting edge paint/decorative coatings, how to achieve your vision in collaboration with your painting contractor, the impact of green coatings on residential interior design and a brief overview of LEED for Home, presented by an ICI Paints LEED team expert. There are No Limits to what you can do with paint! Lunch will be provided by The Chopping Block and is sponsored by ICI Paints. Space is limited. R.S.V.P. to ed@nolimitspaint.com.

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