Oh My Styled Life

Discover Exclusive Insights on Business Strategies and Growth for High-End Designers

At this fall’s High Point Market in North Carolina, O’Hara Interiors CEO Kate O’Hara will be speaking on five different expert panels, covering topics that range from client experience to business insights. Learn more about Kate O’Hara here and make sure to RSVP for each event below. We hope to see you there! 

Branding Like a Boss 

Moderated by Dennis Scully of Business of Home 

Hosted by Caracole 

When: 4 PM on Friday, October 25  

Location: Caracole Showroom 

Speakers: Kate O’Hara, Ryan Saghian, Vanessa Deleon, Mark Feng, Alessandro Fabrini

What does a successful brand look like in today’s world? The Business of Home Podcast host Dennis Scully explores the challenges of building a signature brand with Caracole president Alessandro Fabrini, who previously held leadership roles at iconic luxury operations such as Bulgari, Gucci and Aerin; as well as designers Kate O’Hara, Vanessa DeLeon and Ryan Saghian and Chairman of Markor, Mark Feng. RSVP here.

Grow Your Firm With Intent: Pathways to Scale Your Design Firm 

Moderated by Melissa Grove of Design Dash 

Hosted by Vanguard Furniture Co Inc 

When: 3 PM on Saturday, October 26 

Location: Vanguard Furniture Co Inc, Educational, Hamilton Wrenn North 

Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line) 

Speakers: Laura Umansky, Tina Ramchandani, Kate O’Hara 

This must-attend event will delve into the essentials for sustainable business growth, from knowing when to scale to setting up systems that ensure long-term success in your design firm. RSVP to events@vanguardfurniture.com. 

Learn more about the O’Hara Interiors team here.  

Scaling Up: From Vision to Design Empire 

Moderated by LuAnn Nigara 

Hosted by Hooker Furnishings

When: 10 AM on Sunday, October 27 

Location: Showplace – Floor 3 

Speakers: Kate O’Hara, Brad Leavitt, Laura Hodges 

Ready to take your interior design business to the next level? Join three industry leaders as they share their hard-earned wisdom on successfully scaling from the ground up while preserving your creative edge. RSVP here.  

Prestige Branding: PR/Image Strategy for High-End Designers 

Moderated by Rick Campos 

Hosted by Hooker Furnishings 

When: 2 PM on Sunday, October 27   

Location: Hooker Furnishings, Floor 3, 211 E. Commerce Ave. 

Speakers: Kate O’Hara, Sarah Rose Neri 

Join us for a panel on PR and branding for luxury designers, featuring expert tips on building a high-end brand, cultivating media relationships, and positioning yourself as a leader in the luxury design space. RSVP here.  

Cocktails & Conversations: Creating High-End Client Experiences 

Hosted by Century Furniture 

When: 4 PM on Monday, October 28 

Location: Century Furniture, 200 Steele, Floor 2, 213 

Speakers: Kate O’Hara, LuAnn Nigara 

Enjoy a specially crafted cocktail during a conversational interview between celebrated media personality, LuAnn Nigara and renowned design CEO, Kate O’Hara. Listen in on how a design leader fosters trust, manages expectations, and incorporates discretion and exclusivity at every step in the design process and beyond. RSVP here.