Get a Ph.D. in People before your Next Meeting
sales leadership, sales strategy, analysis, branding, marketing Lauren Henley McKinnon sales leadership, sales strategy, analysis, branding, marketing Lauren Henley McKinnon

Get a Ph.D. in People before your Next Meeting

The art of communication takes center stage in the bustling realm of tradeshows for the architecture, construction, furniture, textile, and wholesale industries. Engaging with your audience transcends mere words—it is a symphony of mediums, messages, and emotional intelligence, concepts deeply explored by some of the greatest minds of the 20th century: Ludwig Wittgenstein, Marshall McLuhan, and Daniel Goleman.

Don’t have a PhD in Philosophy, Communications or Emotional Intelligence?

Don’t worry.

Keep reading, and you'll be a doctorate honoris causa in connecting with people by the end of this article, whether you're walking into a meeting, walking the floor, or working a booth.

Prepare for your next meeting with us. Need help? Start a consultation today.

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Honoring Iconic Women in their Second and Third Acts
branding, marketing, sales leadership Lauren Henley McKinnon branding, marketing, sales leadership Lauren Henley McKinnon

Honoring Iconic Women in their Second and Third Acts

Honoring Iconic Women in their Second and Third Acts

In the wake of Iris Apfel’s passing, we pay tribute to her life and it’s lessons, for those that bloom later in life in their second or third act, and celebrate what it means to embrace visibility. Join us in exploring the timeless legacy of Iris Apfel during Women’s History Month.

Learn invaluable lessons from Iris and other influential women in the interior design industry, particularly those who have shaped their careers in their second and third acts.

Discover the wisdom embedded in their life experiences, drawing inspiration for your own journey, and celebrate the enduring lessons these trailblazers offer.

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Unlock A World of Furniture & Textile Tradeshows
branding, marketing, sales strategy, trade shows Lauren Henley McKinnon branding, marketing, sales strategy, trade shows Lauren Henley McKinnon

Unlock A World of Furniture & Textile Tradeshows

Embark on a Grand Tour of the Global Furniture Scene: A Comprehensive Journey through the pinnacle trade shows that shape the textile and furniture industry.

Our list transcends the limitations of a Top 10 list.

Our endeavor is to be nothing short of a comprehensive list of the best in the world.

Whether you are planning to exhibit, a specifying designer, or a purchaser wanting to see the next best thing, this is your go-to guide to plan your work-hard-play-hard travel for the next 12 months.

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