Calendar of Events
Tax Seminar for Designers
We’ve all heard horror stories about IRS or BOE audits…
Don’t let it happen to you!
Join us and Speaker Ward Wise from the California State Board of
Equalization for an information-packed meeting regarding proper
documentation, sales and use tax specifically directed toward the
interior design industry.
DATE: Thursday February 9, 2012
TIME: 1-3pm
LOCATION:
411 Borel Avenue, 3rd Floor
San Mateo, CA 94402
Meeting is FREE to IDS Bay Area Chapter Members
$20 for non-members
Refreshments will be served
RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY
RSVP to: contact@idsbayarea.org
2012 Las Vegas National IDS Conference & Las Vegas Market
Open to members and non-members
DATE: January 28-29, 2012
DETAILS AND REGISTRATION: Visit www.interiordesignsociety.org
PAST EVENTS
- Holiday Mix and Mingle Event
Celebrate the Season with IDS and Robert Allen
DATE: THURSDAY DEC. 8, 2011
TIME: 1-3 pm
LOCATION: Robert Allen Showroom
Robert Allen | Beacon Hill
San Francisco Design Center - Galleria Suite 218
- 2011 San Francisco Regional Meeting
The Business Side of Design
with experts Gail Doby, Margi Kyle, Shelley Devall and Kim Miller Hershon
CEUs
Attract
more clients, walk away with a business plan you can implement right
away, learn how to deal with difficult clients, create the best pricing
strategies in this economy, understand how cultures can influence color,
and network with designers...
DATE: OCT. 13-14, 2011
LOCATION: SFDC (San Francisco Design Center)
- 2011 General Chapter Meeting
How to Use Social Media to Grow your Business
with social media expert Angela Anderson
DATE: JUNE 9, 2011
TIME: 2-4 pm
LOCATION: Jennifer Perlmutter Art Studio 2908 8th St. Berkeley, CA 94710
- 2011 IDS REGIONAL CONFERENCE
LOCATION: AmericasMart Atlanta, GA in conjunction with The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market
IDS Member Price: $79 EARLY BIRD (register by June 10, 2011)
Non- Member Price: $99 EARLY Bird (register by June 10, 2011)
Hotel: AmericasMart is offering 2 nights of complimentary hotel for attendees who live outside of a 150-mile radius of Atlanta.
CEUs: Earn .3 CQRID CEUs with Ashley Whittenberger's Insider Marketing and Pricing Strategies for the Design Pro Workshop.
For more information call (888) 884-4469 or email info@interiordesignsociety.org
- SUMMER SOIREE
Annual Members Only Networking Meeting
DATE: August 11, 2011
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2011 KICK-OFF MEETING IDS BAY AREA CHAPTER
Start the year off with a more effective network, new ideas and better resources! Join us for the first meeting of 2011 hosted by Show Place Art in Berkeley.
DATE: February 10, 2011
TIME: 2:00
LOCATION: SHOW PLACE ART fine art gallery
1318 Tenth Street (at Gilman) Berkeley, CA 94710
- IDS NATIONAL CONFERENCE
DATE: January 23, 2011
LOCATION: Las Vegas Market at World Market Center
- CELEBRATE THE SEASON WITH IDS & KRAVET
An afternoon of networking, holiday cheer and delicious refreshments.
DATE: DECEMBER 2, 2010
TIME: 3:00 (WINE AND CHEESE)
LOCATION: KRAVET SHOWROOM www.kravet.com
- MEMBERS-ONLY 2nd ANNUAL RESOURCE SHARING MEETING
DATE: OCTOBER 26, 2010
TIME: 4:00
LOCATION: Thomasville, Dublin
- A LUNCHEON PRESENTATION BY MONEY EXPERT
Angie Grainger
"The 7 Keys to Business Owner’s Success for 2010"
DATE: SEPTEMBER 30, 2010
TIME: 11:00-2:00 (LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED)
LOCATION: TILESHOP, 1005 Harrison St. Berkeley, CA 94710
WOW…business is definitely being done differently in the last two years, than in years past. It is a time of efficiency, focus and cash management!
Identifying what makes your business most profitable and developing a clear, cut-to-the-chase, plan is essential for success in 2010. One of the major problems with creating business and financial plans, is the lack of implementation. Learn seven key elements of making more money in 2010 in a way that builds accountability, focuses on getting results, and taking action!
Founder of RETHINK Money Coaching, Inc., Angie M. Grainger, CPA/PFS, CFP promotes their corporate mission of changing social norms around money and being at peace. Her Money Coaching Programs help people understand critical elements of money to gain lasting improvement in their financial lives. She has over 20 years experience in the financial industries, graduate of Sonoma State University, and has her Master’s in Taxation & Financial Planning from Golden Gate University. Angie is a leader in her industry and in her community by increasing financial literacy efforts and bringing regional prosperity. www.RETHINKmoneycoaching.com
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Summer Soiree
Members Only Networking Meeting
DATE: July 13, 2010 6:30pm
LOCATION: Horatio's in San Leandro
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Marketing Design Services in a Challenging Economy
Joe Diliberto, Sandler Training
DATE: May 19, 2010 11am - 2pm
LOCATION: The Tile Shop. 1005 Harrison Street, Berkeley, CA 94710
In today’s challenging economic environment, there are simply fewer opportunities than before. As a result, every successful business must do all they can to maximize their marketing and business development efforts. During this workshop, we will have a lively, interactive, and entertaining discussion regarding new ideas and strategies designed to accelerate the growth of your business.
- IDS Webinar
PICTURE PERFECT...Interior Design Photography that Sells
Presented by Ed Wolkis
March 29th 12:30-1:30est OR April 6th 3:00-4:00est
- Three-Part Educational Design Series: GOING GREEN
Design Trends Worth Following
PART THREE: ECO-LIGHTING SOLUTIONS FOR DESIGNERS
DATE: February 24, 2010 at 1pm
LOCATION: Laner Electric Supply Co. Inc.
1310 S 51st St. Richmond, CA 94804
Wondering how to meet California's strict energy standards without sacrificing good design for your clients? Bob Jones of Jones Electric and Laner Electric Supply Co. Inc. will offer a comprehensive overview of what every designer in California need to know about today's Eco-Lighting Solutions.
PART TWO: ECO-FRIENDLY FABRICS
Presented by DURALEE
DATE: January 27, 2010 at 10am
LOCATION: Duralee Showroom, San Francisco Design Center
101 Henry Adams St. San Francisco, CA 94114
Gain a competitive edge with your clients by knowing what "green" means when it comes to fabric. Duralee will introduce you to the philosophy of Clodagh, a widely recognized design leader committed to the "green movement".
PART ONE: GREEN TRENDS TO WATCH
Presented by Architect and Green Spotter, Nelda Braver
DATE AND TIME: November 17th, 2009, 10am-12pm
LOCATION: Pacific Sales, 1150 Concord Ave, Concord, CA 94520-5619
Architect Nelda Braver will speak on green features that affect interior designs: Finishes, appliances, plumbing fixtures, and lighting. Plus we'll hear from an expert on eco-friendly counter tops. Please join us!
- Holiday Shopping, Networking & Marketing Event!
DATE AND TIME: Monday December 8th, 2009 5-8pm
LOCATION: West Elm Showroom, Bay Street Mall5602 Bay Street
Emeryville, CA 94608 US
510.655.1367
Guest Speaker Terri Taylor of Design Biz Blueprint Presents:FIVE MONEY, MARKETING, and MINDSET STRATEGIES
for having a Great Interior Design Business, even in a tough market!
- Arthouse Films releases VISUAL ACOUSTICS
A film about the late architectural photographer Julius Shulman
START DATE: November 6th, 2009, at the Landmark Shattuck (Berkeley) and the Landmark San Fransisco.Narrated by Dustin Hoffman, VISUAL ACOUSTICS celebrates the life and career of Julius Shulman, the world¹s greatest architectural photographer, whose images brought modern architecture to the American mainstream.
- Members Only: Resource Sharing Luncheon
Hosted by Chapter President Nicole Yee of NY Interiors
DATE AND TIME: October 15th, 2009, 12pm
- Three-Part Educational Design Series: SURFACES
PART ONE: COUNTERS
Hosted by John Lorio of "Bullnosing and Shaping"
Event Location: Bullnosing and Shaping
3687 Old Santa Rita Rd. #2, Pleasanton, CA
Time: Tuesday March 31st, 2009 3-5pm
PART TWO: FLOORS (HARDWOOD, TILE & CARPET)
Hosted by ProSource, the trade professionals' #1 source for wholesale flooring
Event location: ProSource Wholesale Floor Coverings
1340 Galaxy Way # L, Concord, CA
Time: Thursday April 30th, 2009 10am-1pm
PART THREE: WALLS
Hosted by Rachel Elliott at Benjamin Moore, with guest speaker Artist, Sharon Costello
Event location: San Francisco Design Center Benjamin Moore Showroom
Time: Wednesday May 27th 2009 9:30-11:30am
- Las Vegas World Market: February 9-13, 2009
For those of you that have never been to Las Vegas World Market, this is an incredible opportunity to see the amazing products that will be available to retail stores this coming spring and summer. Over 5 million square feet of accessories, lighting, furniture, fabrics, artwork,etc. Visit http://www.lasvegasmarket.com/ for details
- Window Treatment Tips and Trends: Wednesday January 21, 2009
Hunter Douglas, 1870 Milmont Dr, Milpitas CA 95035-2512
A Dynamic Luncheon Seminar Hosted by Hunter Douglas
