Blima Ehrentreu, Founder and CEO of The Designers Group

Welcome to another episode of the Business Leaders of America podcast. In this episode, we sit down with Blima Ehrentreu, the visionary Founder and CEO of The Designers Group. Blima has made a profound impact on the design industry by combining her creativity, passion for empowering women, and dedication to philanthropy. Under her leadership, The Designers Group has grown into a multinational enterprise, recognized for its innovative and purpose-driven approach to design across residential, commercial, and healthcare sectors. Blima shares her journey of expanding The Designers Group from Canada into the U.S., the early stages of the company, and how it has become a leader in creating high-end interior spaces. We explore how TDG leverages AI in the design process, fosters a culture that embraces change and encourages fresh ideas, and how Blima's travels inspire her innovative designs. We also discuss her commitment to empowering women in the design and construction industries and her advice for entrepreneurs looking to start their own design firms. Join us as we delve into Blima's remarkable journey, her approach to design, and the transformative power of purpose-driven work in shaping a better world. Notable Awards and Recognitions • Founder and CEO of The Designers Group • The Designers Group ranked No. 15 among the top fastest-growing private companies in the New York Metro Area by Inc. Magazine in 2021. • Recognized as one of Globest’s Women of Influence in 2020 & 2022. • Recognized as a sought-after speaker, frequently featured at leading industry panels and expos. How to connect with Blima Ehrentreu ·  https://www.linkedin.com/in/blimaehrentreu/ ·  https://www.thedesignersgroup.com/ ·  https://www.instagram.com/thedesignersgroup/ ·  https://www.facebook.com/thedesignersgroup Show Notes [1:31] Brief intro on how Blima got to where she is today. [3:15] Expanding The Designers Group into the US from Canada. [4:55] Early stages of The Designers Group [6:49] How TDG approaches designs for vastly different sectors. [9:50] Utilization of AI in the design process. [13:45] How TDG fosters a culture that encourages fresh ideas and embraces change. [17:24] How traveling influences Blima’s ideas on new designs. [20:04] Empowering women in the design and construction industries. [24:45] How to connect with Blima and learn more about TDG. [25:57] Advice for entrepreneurs looking to start their own design firm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices