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2nd Tuesday^™ Series Provides Designer Education

July

Finance Basics Designers Need to Know
Tuesday, July 11 • 10 a.m.
Hosted by: A. Rudin, Suite 1711
Presented by: Richard Gilman, partner, Virchow, Krause & Company, LLP

Rick Gilman has been helping design professionals
manage the accounting side of their business for years. Join him for an overview of accounting basics that designers should know, including:
• Automation in the industry
• Understanding financial statements
• Taxation related to a design firm
• Importance of the back office as compared to the design team

(CEU 0.1)

Rick Gilman has worked in the accounting industry since 1976. He specializes in cost accounting and client automation and leads the Chicago office’s Commercial Services Group. He has extensive experience with the interior design, hospitality, and printing/graphic arts industries as well as architecture firms.

August

Blending Style with Sustainability
Tuesday, August 8 • 10 a.m.
Hosted by: Modern at Design Atelier,
Suite 1848
Presented By: Jill Salisbury, founder and chief designer, el: Environmental Language

Join Chicago-based Jill Salisbury as she explores the far-reaching concept of sustainability. Learn why green is moving design to the next level and how you can integrate today’s innovative concepts into your projects.

(CEU 0.1)

After the presentation, view el: Environmental Language’s smart, well-tailored collection, created as a line of eco-chic, heirloom quality alternatives for the residential market, available at Modern at Design Atelier.

September

Tuesday, September 12, 2006
Designers: Eliminate “Oops!” From Your Vocabulary
The Merchandise Mart Design Center is pleased to bring eliminate the day-to-day “oops” you may encounter. From and open houses will help you avoid costly mistakes.

The Wrong Fabric for the Right Chair:
Fabric Selection 101
10 a.m. Feature Presentation
Hosted by: Edward Ferrell/Lewis
Mittman, Suite 1743
Presented by: Steven Mittman,
chairman, Lewis Mittman
Location: 1st Floor, Suite 124

With tens of thousands of different fabrics and upholstery styles available, there are infinite possibilities in the marriage of the two. This means that every order is almost

guaranteed to pose a new challenge to the workroom and to you, the designer. Steven Mittman brings more than 35 years of workroom experience to this exciting presentation. He will share examples of difficult fabric-to-frame applications and numerous tips for avoiding costly mistakes. (CEU 0.1)

Immediately following the presentation, you are invited to a reception in the Edward Ferrell/Lewis Mittman showroom, Suite 1743, for brunch and the chance to win a $500 Edward Ferrell/Lewis Mittman gift certificate. Winner must be present.

R.S.V.P. for all presentations to 312.527.7866. Parking validation available for MartParc Wells. Bring your Mart Card for easy registration.

Save the Date for DesignChicago Future Fashions for Fabric, Furniture and More

Mark your calendar for October 10 and 11, when The Merchandise Mart Design Center will host its first two-day annual market for the trade, DesignChicago. Featuring celebrity speakers, panel discussions, showroom seminars and product debuts, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Attend a special

reception celebrating Chicago’s up-and-coming young talent and view beautiful items created with Design Center showrooms’ newest collections. Watch for more information or visit www.merchandisemart.com/designcenter where updates will be posted regularly.

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