HIGH POINT, N.C. — WithIt will hold a two-part CEU event at Dallas Market Center in partnership with MC Studio and Heritage School of Interior Design-Dallas. Dubbed “Designing the Relationship,” the event is designed to bring together education, connection and sourcing to help designers strengthen client relationships while building meaningful industry partnerships.
Designing the Relationship CEU and curated shopping experience will be held June 25, 3-6 p.m. at Dallas Market Center in the Textile Salon, IHDC 2F215 and MC Studio, IHDC 2F140. The sessions will be led by Kim Bailey, CEO and executive director of Heritage School of Interior Design Dallas and Jen McNairy, owner of MC Studio. The two will explore how designers build strong relationships through communication, trust and thoughtful client qualification.
“Design is about more than decision making—design is about building trusting relationships and creating spaces that feel like home,” said Jen McNairy, owner of MC Studio. “I value the quality of relationship that I have with my clients, vendors and showroom staff—taking care of each other is our first priority.”
The CEU course is based on Bailey’s 22 years of experience as a residential interior designer, business owner and educator. She is an IDS Professional, CLIPP Certified Living in Place Professional, and an active ASID Affiliate and NKBA member. In addition to leading Design Lifestyles, LLC, she serves as owner and executive director of the Heritage School of Interior Design-Dallas. During the CEU, attendees will gain insight into expectation-setting, trust-building and establishing strong project foundations.
“Success in design is not just measured by beautiful projects, but (by) the people encouraged and the legacy we leave behind in the industry,” Bailey said.
The event begins in the Textile Salon (IHD 2F215) and continues across the hall to MC Studio. Designers who attend both will be entered to win a custom-designed chair valued up to $3,700, created in collaboration with an MC Studio designer to select fabrics.
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