CHICAGO, May 3, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- The Society of Decorating Professionals (The SDP), the leading training and certification organization for professional decorators announces the speakers for their second annual national conference, "The Winds of Success," highlighting national and international industry professionals. The conference runs from August 8-10th at the Embassy Suites -- O'Hare in Rosemont, IL near Chicago.
"This year our speaker program is highlighted by UK's House Doctor, Ann Maurice, and features industry professionals from the United States and beyond," said Kristine Porter, Executive Director of The SDP. "In only our second year, we have successfully proven ourselves as the leading voice for interior redesign industry, a profession helping to make homes beautiful around the world."
2007 Speakers include:
The House Doctor -- Ann Maurice-Keynote Speaker As TV's House Doctor, Ann Maurice has gained a host of avid fans worldwide that tune in faithfully to watch her transform Britain's un-saleable properties into instant sales. The House Doctor program in the U.K. receives in excess of 2.5 million viewers per episode. Benjamin Moore, Mary Hoffman Mary has been with Benjamin Moore as a Color and Design Specialist for 27 years. As a member of Benjamin Moore's Color Design Team, she researches and tracks color trends worldwide. Creative Communications -- Dave Hunter w/ Green Room Theater Improv is well-known for its ability to increase individual confidence and presentation skills. Learn the secrets behind "on the spot" thinking, unlock creativity...and prove that learning does not have to be boring. Do you have the "Risk" Gene? -- Larry Black Larry is a successful television creator and producer with a great message about personal risk. Everybody needs a pair of "Risk Jeans." They come in any size...and, the greater the risk, the greater the prize. Florals, Accessories, and Christmas -- Joanne Schaefges Joanne has created wonderful Floral Extravaganza's for Oprah's production parties. Her wit delights and talent astounds, leaving you saying, "I never would have thought of that!" The Coaching Experience -- Stan Hustad A performance coaching guru and author of "You Make the Difference -- The Financial Advisors Guide to Marketing You." Stan's energy and insight provides the tools and resources to grow business and achieve success.
About The SDP
The Society of Decorating Professionals (The SDP) is the leading training and certification organization for professional decorators in all facets of interior redesign and real estate staging. The organization currently supports over 300 independent decorating businesses with certification and continuing education. Training and certification classes are offered by The SDP through its network of certified teaching professionals across the country. To take a decorating class or to become a certified decorating professional, contact The SDP on the Web at www.thesdp.com or by calling 1-866-SDP-4SDP (1-866-737-4737).