Our community is fortunate to have so many brilliant, insightful entrepreneurs and creatives and so many of them have front row, ground level seats that allow them to see emerging trends before the so-called experts, industry leaders, etc. We wanted to create a space to connect members of our community where they could share these insights on trends and opportunities they are seeing.

Terri Fiori

One of the biggest trends that we see today is that clients are asking to use more one of a kind pieces in their homes. Whether we find these pieces for them or the own a piece that has been with them for generations. We are using a lot of hand carved and hand-crafted pieces that lend a unique touch to every space that we design. We are also seeing more clients ask to showcase their collections, be it antique perfume bottles or a collection of family photos. Read more>>

Jamie Fairman

Some of the biggest trending designs in the floral design world is that we are full on color and full on innovation! Neutral weddings and muted tones will always exist but I think this years’ design clients aren’t afraid to step out of the box. They want unique designs that are bursting with all different colors and they are looking for innovative installation designs to make their weddings stand out from their peers. Read more>>

Kelcie Ottoes

These days, it seems like just about every brand is trying to do something sustainable. This means that greenwashing is on the rise, and often the brands that are doing the most sustainable work have a hard time standing out in a sea of “we carbon offset” and “we’ll plant a tree for each purchase”. Read more>>

Paul Davis

Regardless if we are working with a large corporation or a small business…strategies for attracting & retaining Key/Top talent is THE trend for us right now. When increased compensation is not going to move the needle, what ways can a business show their commitment to a select individual or individuals which will provide an additional deferred retirement income above & beyond their 401ks. These strategies should be simple and they do protect the business if something should happen before the employee retires. Read more>>

Krystal Ros

As a makeup artist in today’s world, we find ourselves constantly surrounded by what’s new, what’s trendy, who’s using what new product, and what do I feel obligated to buy next. Most of us don’t have a disposable income to spend on every new product that hits the shelves or thats suggested by tiktokers. Makeup expires, it sits on our shelves and eventually it gets thrown away. I personally hate how wasteful being a makeup artist is. It PAINS me to have to use disposables – but it’s something I HAVE to do because of the job I’m in. Read more>>

Carlos Muñiz

From offering new types of drinks to embracing in-person entertainment, 2023 is set to turn heads with options like ready-to-drink cocktails, also known as RTD cocktails, which are prepackaged cocktails that are ready to drink when opened, beverages without alcohol and low-alcohol beverages that are projected to continue to gain market share and CBD beverages that come in several different guises, including cocktails, tea, and even iced coffee. Read more>>