I wanted to share some of the wonderful photos from our 2008 IAHSP Convention - we had such a great time, and those of you that were unable to be there - well you missed a fabulous event! It was full of great learning and education - and fun too! We had key vendors and businesses that want to partner with Stagers promote their services to us - and they are very excited about what we will be able to do for them and with them in the coming weeks and months ahead. We had high-level learning, and we created memories that will last a lifetime!
Thank you to all that came - and made this year an extra special Convention as we headed back to the roots of Staging where it all began - Bellevue, WA. Next year - get ready for another wonderful Convention - as we continue to lead the way for the Staging industry with our education and partnerships!
- Jennie
The First session began with a tribute to "The Wizard of Oz" where Dorothy and her companions had to conquer the Evil Witch Clutter, and follow the ASP Road to find the Wizard who would help them get home. Dorothy found there is no place like Stagedhomes.com - and there is no place like a Staged Home.
Some of the best ladies in my life - having fun before the offiical kick off of the Convention.
Barb and me - on Day 1 of our Fabulous Convention.
Having fun at our honorary luncheon for those in leadership with IAHSP and those that helped make our Convention a HUGE success! We honored nearly 70 people at this year's luncheon!
Featured Speakers at our 2008 IAHSP Convention - Dan Skoglund, Jennie Norris, ASPM, Barb (of course!), Jason Maxwell, ASP, and Cindy Lin, ASPM. Thank you for your contribution to helping inspire and educate our attendees! These speakers were also part of the Meet the Pros session along with 20 other speakers.
The RISING STAR AWARD recipient - Michelle Morris, ASPM from the Washington DC area! Congrats!
The IAHSP SPIRIT AWARD Winner- Melanie Warren - ASPM from the Seattle area. Congrats!
The BARB SCHWARZ STAGING EXCELLENCE AWARD WINNER - Trish Kim, ASPM, from the Washington DC area! Congrats!
Winners of the IAHSP CHAPTER EXCELLENCE AWARD - received by 7 of our over 100 Chapters nationwide! Congratulations!
Our last night together - at the Masquerade Ball - loved all the masks and costumes everyone wore!
Barb & Kirk - looking great - and ready to celebrate their 25th anniversary!!
Thank you - Barb - for continuing to lead the way for so many! Thank you for being willing to put on an event of this caliber - that really helps to inspire, motivate and encourage those that are out there working as professional home stagers and Realtors - working to make a difference with their clients.
Unless you experience something like this Convention in person - there are just not enough words to write or share that would capture the entire experience of 5 days of sharing, inspiration, friendships, learning, fun and more! You just HAVE to be there to truly understand!!!
I hope to see many of you next year!!! - Jennie
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