Speaking of Retail: A Collective of Conversations

Wednesday, January 08, 2025
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Seminar, Featured Event
Location: IHDC 2F215 

Presented by Dallas Market Center, Coco & Dash Home, and ART
Join us for lunch and a series of get-real and be-heard retailer-to-retailer conversations on crucial business topics for the new year.

Wednesday
Family Ties, Navigating Family Dynamics in Business Ownership
Listen in as top retail experts share insights on leveraging strengths and resolving conflicts while exploring the unique challenges and benefits of working with family. 

Panelists:
Teddie & Courtney Garrigan | Coco & Dash
Kathy Adams, Kelly Clark, and Kristy Adams | Kathy Adams Furniture

Thursday
Visual Storytelling, Merchandising & Creating Spaces that Engage
Focusing on the art of using design to tell a brand’s story and captivate customers, retail experts discuss strategies for creating immersive environments through thoughtful displays, layouts, and decor.

Panelists:
Teddie & Courtney Garrigan | Coco & Dash
Laura Hodges | Domain by Laura Hodges Studio
Kenneth Ludwig | Kenneth Ludwig Chicago

Friday
Studio to Storefront, Making the Journey from Design to Brick & Mortar
Join as retail experts share experiences and strategies for overcoming challenges, attracting customers, and balancing a studio-based design business with the demands of a physical store environment. 

Panelists:
Teddie & Courtney Garrigan | Coco & Dash
Susan Hoechner | Barbara Stewart Interiors
Jamie Merida | Bountiful Home