Episode 5: Fostering Client Relationships

How you can put, and keep, your clients at ease

With: Patricia Davis Brown, Dan Rak, Ebony Stephenson
Topic
Interior Minds

No two design clients are alike, with some preferring to be more involved than others. In our final episode, Dan, Ebony and Patricia talk about level-setting terms with your client upfront, keeping your progress meetings focused on solutions, and learning to understand what the client does, and does not, need to know.
 

Patricia Davis Brown

Patricia Davis Brown

A proud, seasoned veteran of the industry, Patricia has championed every aspect of interior design. Starting her career in 1985, Patricia’s passion for executing the artistic visions of her clients has made a lasting impression on every client and every home that she has touched. Today, she continues her work as an interior designer and design influencer, garnering special recognition for her lighting design, fabrication of new materials, and designing custom furnishings and accents as hallmarks of her work.

 

Dan Rak

Dan Rak

Dan Rak Design launched in the winter of 2014. Dan's work was quickly recognized and the business started to grow. One by one, the team came together to form the highly talented and dedicated group that serves their clients today. Dan continues to lead the creative direction of each project and splits his time between offices in Chicago, Western Michigan and Southwest Florida.

Ebony Stephenson

Ebony Stephenson

As a 15+ year industry vet, Ebony’s clients benefit from her passion and extensive training as a Certified Living In Place Professional as well as a Certified Aging in Place Specialist.   Stephenson is a problem solver and provides a personalized service working side by side with clients of all ages, abilities, and investment amounts to make their homes safe, accessible, and livable for many years to come.

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