Kicking off our new series is Manori de Silva—not a designer, but a lawyer every design studio needs. She’s the go-to expert for international businesses looking to break into the US market.

This episode is hosted by James Sommerville, founder of KnownUnknown, ex-Global VP of Design at The Coca-Cola Company, and co-founder of ATTIK.

If you’re a small or medium-sized design agency eyeing US expansion, this episode is packed with real, actionable advice on steps to take, things to know, and how to make that first connection (beyond your creative work).