Session Sponsor: MRL

Friday, May 9, 2025 – 12pm Central 

Interior design is a dynamic industry with opportunities that go far beyond what’s covered in school. Join Brittney Herrera, IIDA LEED AP, to learn about her journey from design student to firm owner, entrepreneur, and author of Inside the Design Industry.

Brittney has worked across multiple facets of interior design—facilities management, furniture dealership, commercial interiors, and residential studios—before launching her own firm and procurement company to better serve clients. She’ll share how testing different career paths helped her carve out a unique space in the industry and how you can do the same.

Learn how to explore different verticals, build a network, and find a career that excites you. Whether you're just starting out or wondering where to take your next step, this session will open your eyes to the many possibilities in interior design.

SPEAKER: Brittney Herrera, interior designer, entrepreneur, and author of Inside the Design Industry.

Her career spans commercial interiors, custom homes, retail, and wellness spaces, with a deep focus on creating environments that are both beautiful and functional. Early on, she explored multiple industry paths—working in facilities management, office furniture, commercial design, and residential studios—before carving out a career that blends design, business, and innovation.

As the founder of Thunder Egg, Brittney leads a firm known for its high-touch approach to interior design, working with clients across industries to create thoughtful, experience-driven spaces. She also launched a procurement company to bridge the gap between design vision and execution, ensuring seamless project delivery.

Passionate about mentorship and industry growth, Brittney speaks nationally, serves on the National Council for the School of Art and Design at RIT, and helps emerging designers navigate the evolving world of interiors.

We have 10 books to give away during the session!