Speakers: Jamie Young, Autumn Pochiro, Emily Ruff, Rosa Santiago Zimmerman | Moderator: Nicole Kasak
Join a dynamic panel of design leaders for a candid conversation on attracting, engaging, and winning new clients in today’s competitive marketplace. Whether you're a seasoned studio or scaling solo, this session will arm you with inventive, actionable tactics for growing your business with clarity and confidence. Hear from Jamie Young of Jamie Young Co., Autumn Pochiro of Autumn Dawn Design, Emily Ruff of Cohesively Curated Interiors, and Rosa Santiago Zimmerman of Build with Rosa as they share real-world strategies, lessons learned, and creative approaches to standing out—and sealing the deal.
This session will cover:
- Crafting a compelling brand presence that attracts your ideal client
- Building relationships through partnerships, press, and strategic visibility
- Turning inquiries into signed contracts: what’s working now
- Reimagining the client experience to boost word-of-mouth and referrals
- Leveraging content marketing and social proof to drive demand
- Budgeting time and money for marketing (without the overwhelm)
- Mindset shifts: how to stay motivated in seasons of growth and competition
- Tools, templates, and tech that streamline your biz dev efforts
- Expect fresh ideas, transparent insights, and a wealth of takeaways—no gatekeeping, just growth.