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The Trend Report - Insights on Office Furniture, Contract Interiors & Workplace Design

Sid Meadows
Office Furniture
Office Furniture Industry
Artificial Intelligence
Sustainability
Podcasting
Decision Making
Neocon
Thought Leadership
Thumbprint
Everyday Decisions
Heartwork
Workplace Design
Contract Interiors
Commercial Furniture
Cloud Computing
Habits
Customer Experience
The Collaborative Network
Strategic Planning
Sales Strategy

Welcome to The Trend Report, your inside look at the people, products, and ideas shaping the future of workplace design. This podcast takes you behind the scenes of the office furniture industry and the broader interior design community. Hosted by industry veteran Sid Meadows, each episode dives deep into the conversations, trends, and strategies shaping the future of our industry.

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Join Sid as he chats with Erica Jaffe, known online as the Office Furniture Girl, about turning visibility into service and using content to build trust before a deal ever closes. They trace her path from interior design to dealer l... more

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Sid explores why fear often keeps us from making the very moves that would create growth, and why the better question is not “what if it doesn’t work?” but “what if it does?” He breaks down the three traits we see in leaders who bui... more

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Join Sid as he chats with Tim Carroll, CEO of Lyric Workplace, about how contract interiors dealers can stay relevant as technology, AI, and buyer expectations reshape the market. They dig into leadership, brand, and speed to market... more

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Sid trades unscripted hot takes with Clint Winn of Loftwall on what moves the contract interiors industry forward, from workplace privacy and modular “room in room” thinking to the way we earn trust with designers. They touch on sal... more

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Recent Guests

Simona Constantini
Founder of Volt Productions, podcast producer and coach
Volt Productions
Episode: Creating A Business Growth Machine with Simona Constantini of Volt Productions
Rob Kirkbride
Industry lead featured on The Trend Report
Episode: Hot Takes with Rob Kirkbride of officeinsight
Anika Jackson
Entrepreneur, brand strategist, educator, AI innovator
Anika Jackson (self-employed)
Episode: Using AI to Clone Your Business Expertise with Anika Jackson
Libby Ferin
Lead marketing for Marco
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Episode: Future Ready Learning Environment with Dr. Lennie Scott-Webber and Libby Ferin of Marco
Dr. Lennie Scott-Webber
Researcher, designer of education environments
Episode: Future Ready Learning Environment with Dr. Lennie Scott-Webber and Libby Ferin of Marco
Kay Sargent
Director of Thought Leadership for Interiors at HOK
HOK
Episode: Hot Takes with Kay Sargent of HOK
Chris Hanes
CEO, Officeworks
Officeworks
Episode: CEO Chat with Chris Hanes of Officeworks
Michelle Warren
Co-founder of The Collaborative Network; owner of Catalyst Consulting Group
The Collaborative Network; Catalyst Consulting Group
Episode: Hot Takes with Michelle Warren of The Collaborative Network
Karli Slocum
Vice President of Product and Marketing at 3-Form
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Episode: 3form's New AI Visualization Tool + More with Karli Slocum & Cosmo Kramer

Host

Sid Meadows
Host of The Trend Report

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • A fresh voice in the changing office furniture industry

    As a business owner in the office furniture industry, I find The Trend Report to be a must-listen. Sid brings valuable insight, thoughtful conversations, and a genuine perspective that always leaves me thinking about how to grow and adapt in my own business. Having worked with him in the past, I know the depth of experience he brings—and it comes through in every episode. Thank you Sid!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kane Contract
    United Statesa year ago
  • A total Gem for our Industry

    If you’re in the commercial interiors or office furniture world, The Trend Report is a total gem. Sid Meadows does a great job keeping things real—he chats with people from the industry, from big-name execs to up-and-coming innovators. The conversations are relaxed but packed with useful info, whether it's about design trends, business tips, or what’s coming next in the industry. I always find something interesting and new to learn from this podcast.

    Definitely recommend if you want to stay in... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leah2466
    United Statesa year ago
  • Always something to take with you

    Sid is great to listen to—so natural with conversation and always draws something unique out of each guest. There’s always a nugget of wisdom to put in your pocket!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dpiro42
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you for reminding me about the little things…. That are really the BIG things.

    Just listened to habits to propel you to success. I will be implementing them! Love the spreadsheet tracker idea. Thank you for this timely podcast in my life. In a way it’s giving me permission to get back to focusing on me and my overall wellness. Which, in turn will make me a better human and more successful in my work. So, to you Sid, thank you! Keep on sharing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LaLeona7
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent show with great insight!

    The show has a lot to offer. Great guests with helpful insights into the industry. And Sid provides great interview skills, coaching for listeners, and ideas on how the industry could improve for the future. In short this podcast is well worth the time invested.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cfordconsultant
    United States2 years ago

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The show is viewed as a reliable source for industry trends and sales strategies in contract interiors.
Guests are described as credible and the conversations as insightful and actionable.
Listeners praise the host's knowledge and interviewing skill, noting practical takeaways for business and design.

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Creating A Business Growth Machine with Simona Constantini of Volt Productions
Q: What practical ways can a sales team use a business podcast to open doors or educate prospects?
Use episodes to tell the story behind products, share internal insights, and provide educational content that prospects can reference later, turning conversations into informed opportunities.
Creating A Business Growth Machine with Simona Constantini of Volt Productions
Q: From your perspective, why should a business treat podcasting as a strategic asset rather than a marketing tactic?
Because a podcast builds credibility, visibility, and trust over time, creating a durable channel for educating and influencing audiences beyond short-lived promotional posts.
Hot Takes with Rob Kirkbride of officeinsight
Q: Oh, what's one thing you wish designers better understood about furniture?
Rob emphasized that designers should invest time to understand available products and view manufacturers as strategic partners who can provide informed recommendations and better outcomes for clients, rather than treating suppliers as afterthoughts or last-minute decisions.
Hot Takes with Rob Kirkbride of officeinsight
Q: What impact has social media had on how we sell?
Rob and Sid critiqued the shift to social media as sometimes diluting the sales process with AI-generated content and noise, while recognizing potential for storytelling; they emphasized authentic, human content and shifted focus toward owned channels and meaningful engagement over sheer posting volume.
Hot Takes with Rob Kirkbride of officeinsight
Q: Today's question, should reps and dealers be more specialized by vertical market, or is that limiting long-term growth?
Rob argued against strict vertical specialization, suggesting dealers can maintain general capabilities while having sub-specialists and still pursue adjacent markets, while Sid suggested some targeted focus could be beneficial; the exchange highlighted balancing depth with breadth and the importance of knowing the right experts for each industry segment.

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What is The Trend Report about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A business- and design-forward show that regularly invites leaders, designers, manufacturers, and dealers to dissect trends and strategies shaping the contract interiors industry. Episodes cover workplace design philosophy, AI and visualization in product development, sales and partnerships, and leadership at scale, with practical takeaways for improving sales, procurement, and design processes. Notable strengths include high-caliber guests from design, technology, and public sector procurement, plus a lively, interview-driven format that blends strategic thinking with real-world case studies. Listeners likely get actionable insights on navigating industry consolidation, adopting AI tools, and fostering stronger designer–manufacturer collab... more

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1. Simona Constantini
2. Rob Kirkbride
3. Anika Jackson
4. Libby Ferin
5. Dr. Lennie Scott-Webber
6. Kay Sargent
7. Chris Hanes
8. Michelle Warren

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