The Trend Report
Welcome to the Trend Report, your go-to resource for information and insights into the world of contract interiors with a focus on office furniture. Hosted by industry veteran and leader, Sid Meadows, each episode is a thought provoking and informative conversation about the topics and issues that impact the office furniture community. From insightful interviews with renowned industry leaders to in-depth conversations with industry CEO's to those having an impact with emerging technologies and business ideas, the Trend Report delivers an inside look into the ever-changing office furniture industry. Whether you're an architect, interior designer, manufacturer, dealer, or just simply curious about the industry, this podcast is your ultimate guide to staying informed and update on all things contract interiors.
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Send us a text We"re doing things a bit differently today. In an effort to show you practical uses for AI, I"ve put all of the transcripts from Season 6 in and AI platform called Notebook LM. It then created what it calls "The Deep Dive", a podcast episode with AI voice actors who have a conversation wrapping up this s
Send us a text We explore how design moves beyond aesthetics into systems, platforms, and policies, and how iF Design advances that mission through a global award, a new academy, and a rising sustainability standard. Lisa shares practical examples, from packaging tweaks to AI workflows, that turn intent into measurable
Send us a text We sit down with Heartwork founder Karen John to explore how travel, Italian design culture, and a love of craft shaped a U.S. manufacturing brand that treats storage as a culture-building tool. We chat about: • curiosity, travel, and multidisciplinary Italian design • why Heartwork chose storage and mak
Send us a text Adrian Leal returns to discuss practical steps for starting or improving your content strategy and focusing on authenticity and impact rather than perfection. Resources: Episode 163 - Content + Thought Leadership with Adrian Leal - https://www.sidmeadows.com/episode163 Jay Shetty Instagram - https://www.
Send us a text Professional development is your responsibility, not your employer"s. People who take ownership of their personal growth receive salary increases 2.5 times higher than those who don"t actively invest in themselves. • Professional growth requires personal investment - no one is more invested in your caree
Send us a text Public sector sales represent a third of the furniture industry"s market at approximately $4-6 billion annually, offering recession-proof opportunities with transparent purchasing processes and accessible information for strategic selling approaches. • Federal government alone spends about $1.4-1.5 billi