This podcast features Laurie Laizure and Nile Johnson of “To The Trade” in conversation with Sharon Sherman from ‘Time and Place Design.’ A seasoned interior designer, Sharon shares her journey from working in high-end luxury design in Bergen County, NJ, to founding her own company after encountering gender discrimination. She highlights the untapped potential for kitchen designers to specify furniture to enhance profitability. Sharon elaborates on her career’s challenges, transformations, and successes, emphasizing the importance of business planning, process implementation, and education. She also discusses her mission to mentor and guide designers in integrating more holistic and profitable approaches into their work. Sharon’s insights target kitchen and bath designers looking to expand into interior design and vice versa. The discussion covers industry changes, emerging trends, and Sharon’s future goals, including consulting for brands and possibly writing a book.