My guest today is Judi Kieffer, who has over 24 years’ experience in hospitality, luxury residential, and restaurant design. Her portfolio is full of top-tier projects and satisfied clients. In our conversation, she shares advice about how she built and now manages her design firm in Boise, Idaho. Judi is involved as an advocate for the personal and professional development and for sustainable products and developments.
She participates in several local philanthropic and civic groups and is a mentor for women’s and children’s organizations. She was recently appointed as a spokesperson for the American Society of Interior Designers and is a certified Green Globe auditor. Her passions are yoga, fine wine, riding horses, hiking, and inspiring other designers to run more profitable and enjoyable businesses. Join me for this conversation with Judi!
What you’ll hear in this episode:
Resources:
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www.usgbc.org (Find out more about green building products)
Search the GreenWorks or Green Standard group in your local area
Judi recommends the following books:
ECO-preneuring by John Ivanko
The Northwest Green Home Primer by K.L. Smith and Kathleen O’Brien
The Philosophy of Sustainable Design by Jason F. McLennan
Women in Green by Kira Gould and Lance Hosey
Value Pricing for the Design Firm by Frank Stasiowski
A Guide to Principles and Practices for Interior Designers by Harry Sigel
Marketing and Selling Design Services by Mary V. Knackstedt
Interior Designers Business Handbook by Mary V. Knackstedt