Sep 29, 202633 min
Julie Sayers never planned to become a business owner or mayor. She began her career as a dealer designer, became a co-owner of encompas , and now serves as the mayor of Lenexa, Kansas . In this conversation, Julie...
About this Podcast:
I'm your host, Alexandra Tseffos, and welcome to The Design Pop, a podcast for dealer designers! The world of the dealer designer is changing and now more than ever, this community plays an ever-increasing role in the success of projects. These designers possess a wealth of knowledge and passion for furniture and design, but it seems this group is often left unrecognized.As the industry evolves, there is a growing recognition of the value of this role, leading to more opportunities for empowerment. Join me as I share my experiences as a designer, trainer, and consultant to help this community build more influence and recognition - this is the first step in building a community of dealers designers that are focused on learning, improving their craft, and growing their careers. Whether you're a furniture enthusiast or just curious about growing and learning more to apply to your own career. I'm glad you're here. Join me as we harness the power of the design community to explore these
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What is The Design Pop about?
I'm your host, Alexandra Tseffos, and welcome to The Design Pop, a podcast for dealer designers! The world of the dealer designer is changing and now more than ever, this community plays an ever-increasing role in the success of projects.
What has The Design Pop covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Designing a Life of Service | Julie Sayers of encompas" (29 September 2026, 33 minutes), "We Get to Write Our Own Story | Heather Ashley of Cove Creek" (27 August 2026, 39 minutes), and "Pop In: Why Great Designers Keep Learning" (29 July 2026, 13 minutes).
How often does The Design Pop publish?
The Design Pop publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 37 minutes across 51 episodes.
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Booking probability for The Design Pop is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Design Pop requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Design Pop's contact route on record: verified email.
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Recent episodes
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- Aug 27, 202639 min
Heather Ashley started Cove Creek in 2022 with a computer, an LLC, and a willingness to take a risk. What began as a one-person operation has grown into a successful team of six designers serving dealers and...
Episode #49
Pop In: Why Great Designers Keep Learning
Jul 29, 202613 minSummer has been moving at full speed. In this episode, Alexandra reflects on Chicago Design Week, a record-breaking year for POP into Excellence, and the conversations that stayed with her after the event ended. With...
Episode #48
POP into Excellence is back and it's FREE
Jun 8, 202611 minS0<p>POP into Excellence is back June 15-26, 2026 and it's FREE!</p> <p>Dealer designers are being asked to navigate more complexity than ever before.</p> <p>Today’s projects move faster, involve more stakeholders, rely...
- May 28, 202646 minS0
<p>What happens when a former consultant, startup operator, and self-described “anxious overachiever” discovers the contract furniture industry for the first time? In this episode, Alexandra sits down with Kieran Luke...
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- May 11, 202614 minS0
<p>After celebrating five years of TheDesignPOP.com (with a full cake, not just a cupcake), this month's POP In reflects on milestones, AI, environmental concerns, design workflows, and the surprisingly human...
Episode #45
POP In: What 800 Designers Taught Me
Apr 27, 202612 minS0<p>This first “POP In” episode is a quick check-in—no guest, no script, just a few thoughts worth sharing.</p> <p>This episode is less about answers and more about observations. After hosting two recent Design POP...
- Mar 3, 202638 minS0
<p>Before Steven Jenkins officially steps into the role of CEO at Configura, Alexandra is taking time to introduce him to The Design POP community. She reconnects with Steven who she worked with years ago during her...
Episode #43
Strategist by Day, Artist by Night | Designer Duality with Rebekah Jacobi of Pivot Interiors
Feb 27, 202645 minS0<p>What happens when a commercial interior designer falls in love with Excel spreadsheets and watercolor painting?</p> <p>In this episode, Alexandra sits down with Rebekah Jacobi, Design Director at Pivot Interiors in...
- Jan 29, 202645 minS0
<p>Chad Bewley has spent nearly three decades at the same dealership (Freeform) and he’s built a career many designers would envy.</p><p>In this episode, Chad and Alexandra sit down at CETx 2025. Chad shares how he...
Episode #41
The Joy of Saying "Done"
Dec 18, 20258 minS0<p>As winter settles in and the year comes to a close, Alexandra reflects on a habit many of us share—finishing something big and immediately moving on to what’s next. A simple moment at home with her son becomes a...
- Nov 21, 202524 minS0
<p>In this episode, Alexandra returns from Experience 2025 with a renewed voice—literally and figuratively. After a whirlwind of hockey coaching, travel, and the inevitable fall-break cold, she reflects on what kids...
- Oct 8, 202535 minS0
<p>We are coming to you live from Day 1 of Experience—formerly known as CET Experience—where nearly 500 designers, manufacturers, and sponsors are fueling the excitement and innovation shaping the design industry. This...
- Oct 7, 202547 minS0
<p>In this episode, Alexandra Tseffos breaks down the results of her latest dealer designer survey, which drew responses from nearly 175 professionals across the industry. The survey explores the confidence levels of...
- Sep 24, 202547 minS0
<p>In this inspiring episode, Alexandra sits down with Christine Crawford, Design Manager at Alfred Williams & Company in Nashville and MillerKnoll’s Designer of the Year. Christine shares her journey from an eager...
- Aug 27, 20251h 10mS0
<p>In this episode, designer, author, and Thunder Egg founder Brittney Herrera shares her personal journey through the design industry—from internships and dealership work to leading her own firm. Along the way, she...
- Jul 30, 202551 minS0
<p>In this episode of The Design Pop, Alexandra welcomes Jennifer Evans, VP of Design and Development at Hyphn, formerly BKM. With nearly two decades of experience rising through the same dealership, Jennifer shares her...
- Jun 2, 202550 minS0
<p>On this episode of The Design POP Podcast, host Alexandra Tseffos sits down with Erica Jaffe—Creative Director & Ancillary Specialist at Benhar Office Interiors, and affectionately known as the "Office Furniture...
- May 5, 202553 minS0
<p>Stephanie Wolfson, Design Manager at HAT Collective, didn’t set out to become a designer—she followed her curiosity, and it led her somewhere unexpected. With a background in theater and marketing, she found her way...
- Apr 14, 202552 minS0
<p>In this episode, we sit down with Kate Bradley and Pam Smith—two former dealer designers who made the jump to the A&D world and now work at HKS. They open up about what that transition was really like, from...
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