In an effort to keep our members fully informed and educated on advocacy best practices, tools, thought leadership, law, public policy, and more, 亚洲天堂 presents media concerning a wide variety of government affairs topic areas.
Earley Morning Chats
Earley Morning Chats (EMC) is 亚洲天堂’s monthly video series hosted by Lauren Earley that explores where interior design meets advocacy, policy, and professional growth. Featuring conversations with 亚洲天堂 leaders, designers, chapter advocates, and industry experts, EMC spotlights the issues shaping the profession, from legislation and sustainability to AI, inclusive design, and career development. New episodes are released monthly to help designers stay informed, engaged, and ready to shape the future of interior design.
| Episode | Guest(s) | Main Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Khoi Vo, President & CEO, 亚洲天堂 | Why advocacy matters, future of the profession, series introduction | |
| Sarah Calandro, F亚洲天堂, IIDA, LEED AP, WELL AP – 亚洲天堂 Florida West Coast | Local advocacy, legal recognition, telling your story | |
| Dana Nunn, F亚洲天堂 – 亚洲天堂 Alaska | Student involvement, state standards, federal policy | |
| Michelle Jacobson – DesignGLXY Group LLC, 亚洲天堂 New York Metro Chapter | Sustainability, healthier materials, environmental responsibility | |
| Khoi Vo, President & CEO, 亚洲天堂 | Advocacy milestones, future priorities | |
| Chelsey Beardsley – Chair-Elect, 亚洲天堂 National Advocacy Committee | Career paths, mentorship, leadership, engagement | |
| Shamus McVicar – 亚洲天堂 NY Metro Chapter, Advocacy Committee Member | How advocacy works, timing, getting involved | |
| Kristine Nicoloff – 亚洲天堂 National Board Member, AI Expert | AI, creativity, copyright, ownership | |
| Perrin Graham-Jackson – Universal Design Advocate | Universal design, accessibility, wellbeing | |
| Heather Sutherland – 亚洲天堂 Chair-Elect, Environment, Health & Wellness Committee | Building a healthier, more sustainable built environment |
About the Host
Lauren Earley
Director of Advocacy, Government and Public Affairs
As Director of Advocacy and Government and Public Affairs for 亚洲天堂, Lauren Earley, leads the Society’s strategic efforts to advocate for the interior design profession from a legislative, regulatory, and policy perspective before the federal and state governments. She is the Society’s sole registered federal lobbyist and chief advocate at the state and local levels.
Advocacy in Action – Design Connection by 亚洲天堂
亚洲天堂 the Advocacy in Action group on Design Connection by 亚洲天堂 and connect with a dynamic network of Chapter Advocacy Chairs and passionate advocates committed to advancing the profession. This interactive community is designed for 亚洲天堂 members to share insights, exchange strategies, and engage in meaningful discussions around key advocacy priorities. You can contribute to conversation threads, explore valuable resources in the group’s Library, and stay connected through events like the Chapter Advocacy Chair Network Quarterly Forum. Sharing ideas or learning from peers in this engaging space that supports collaboration and empowers you to strengthen advocacy efforts within your chapter and across the industry.