
IDA – Training Day
It was our pleasure to host members of the Interior Design Association for a training seminar on Simple Marketing for Busy Business Owners.
Recaps and photo galleries from CPD sessions, consumer seminars and exhibitor functions held at the centre.
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It was our pleasure to host members of the Interior Design Association for a training seminar on Simple Marketing for Busy Business Owners.

This presentation by Andrew from Stratco reviewed Long Run commercial roofs and the various design criteria which determines supplier and profile choice, logistical restraints, and cost implications.

Those clever people at Polytec have again update their showroom to showcase an exciting new range of products and colours.

Our thanks to Blair from Guardian Screens & Shutters as well as Ben from Oliveri for their excellent presentations on Tuesday last week.

Alan and the team at Caroma rolled out the red carpet to a group of plumbers on Thursday evening. We maintain that active engagement with your inner circle customers is critical for success.

This group of customers Step into the fascinating world of Colour Psychology with Award Winning Colour Psychology expert, Tracey McLeod, and discovered a foolproof process for finding the ideal colour palette for their homes.

On Saturday morning we had to bring in extra chairs for this highly popular seminar. Dawn from Designing Interiors once again inspired all in attendance with her design flair and enthusiasm.

It was our pleasure to host Michael and the various teams at Stratco for full day training sessions each day last week.

This presentation by Sandra & Bobby from Hettich provided an in depth understanding of the importance of selecting a suitable sliding door systems.

Ben and the team at Schweigen did a fabulous job entertaining and introducing their latest products to a select group at Harvey Norman Commercial.

This group of QUT Design Students learnt all about Joinery Tips for the Specifier, and enjoyed drinks and nibbles in the stunning Polytec Showroom.

This presentation by Nick from GWA Bathrooms & Kitchens provided an overview of Efficient water fixtures in commercial bathrooms,

Peter Latemore gave a short history of the style, followed by the main types of Queenslanders and what can be done to them, with respect. Our thanks also to Brad & Genevieve from Poliwood and Karen from Shoji Screens for their participation.

This CPD module, delivered by Hilary from Aluminium Cladding Systems is designed to provide a clear understanding of Cladding materials.

Our ongoing engagement strategy with students continued on Friday with showroom presentations by Bernie from Alspec, Mark from James Hardie, and Rusty from PGH Bricks.

On Saturday morning, Alana from Align Kitchens presented a number of case studies as a practical guide to sharing valuable insights into key considerations before starting a kitchen renovation project.

Fun, informative, innovative & educational are words that come to mind … what a wonderful way to grow your business.

Our thanks to Allan from GWA Bathrooms & Kitchens, and Christian from CSR Masonry & Insulation for two exceptional presentations last week.

In Thursday’s Masterclass, Julie & Katie covered design considerations, performance, applications and much more in another successful Polytec event.

Like clockwork, the amazing team at Polytec continues to show how engaging with your “inner circle” customers is not only fun, but also incredibly productive.

On Wednesday evening we hosted our first Speed Networking event, where builders engaged one on one with exhibitors in their showrooms.

In this session Deborah, Maria and Allan from Caroma took a closer look at how to create more harmonious living spaces.

Our thanks to James from Jetmaster for his presentation which examined fireplace types and the design considerations.

Student engagement is a key focus area for us as they are the specifiers of the future.
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