In an effort to keep our members fully informed and educated on advocacy best practices, tools, thought leadership, law, public policy, and more, ASID presents media concerning a wide variety of government affairs topic areas.
Earley Morning Chats
Earley Morning Chats (EMC) is ASID’s monthly video series hosted by Lauren Earley that explores where interior design meets advocacy, policy, and professional growth. Featuring conversations with ASID leaders, designers, chapter advocates, and industry experts, EMC spotlights the issues shaping the profession, from legislation and sustainability to AI, inclusive design, and career development. New episodes are released monthly to help designers stay informed, engaged, and ready to shape the future of interior design.
| Episode | Guest(s) | Main Topics |
|---|---|---|
| S1E1 – We’re Back | Khoi Vo, President & CEO, ASID | Why advocacy matters, future of the profession, series introduction |
| S1E2 – Importance of Engaging Locally | Sarah Calandro, FASID, IIDA, LEED AP, WELL AP – ASID Florida West Coast | Local advocacy, legal recognition, telling your story |
| S1E3 – Making a Difference at Every Level | Dana Nunn, FASID – ASID Alaska | Student involvement, state standards, federal policy |
| S1E4 – Sustainable Interior Design | Michelle Jacobson – DesignGLXY Group LLC, ASID New York Metro Chapter | Sustainability, healthier materials, environmental responsibility |
| S1E5 – Looking Back at 2025 / Ahead to 2026 | Khoi Vo, President & CEO, ASID | Advocacy milestones, future priorities |
| S1E6 – Why Student Involvement & Advocacy Matter | Chelsey Beardsley – Chair-Elect, ASID National Advocacy Committee | Career paths, mentorship, leadership, engagement |
| S1E7 – Advocacy Isn’t as Scary as You Think | Shamus McVicar – ASID NY Metro Chapter, Advocacy Committee Member | How advocacy works, timing, getting involved |
| S1E8 – AI in Interior Design: Tool or Threat? | Kristine Nicoloff – ASID National Board Member, AI Expert | AI, creativity, copyright, ownership |
| S1E9 – Inclusive Design, Real Impact | Perrin Graham-Jackson – Universal Design Advocate | Universal design, accessibility, wellbeing |
About the Host
Lauren Earley
Director of Advocacy, Government and Public Affairs
As Director of Advocacy and Government and Public Affairs for ASID, Lauren Earley, leads the Society’s strategic efforts to advocate for the interior design profession from a legislative, regulatory, and policy perspective before the federal and state governments. She is the Society’s sole registered federal lobbyist and chief advocate at the state and local levels.
Advocacy in Action – Design Connection by ASID
Join the Advocacy in Action group on Design Connection by ASID and connect with a dynamic network of Chapter Advocacy Chairs and passionate advocates committed to advancing the profession. This interactive community is designed for ASID members to share insights, exchange strategies, and engage in meaningful discussions around key advocacy priorities. You can contribute to conversation threads, explore valuable resources in the group’s Library, and stay connected through events like the Chapter Advocacy Chair Network Quarterly Forum. Sharing ideas or learning from peers in this engaging space that supports collaboration and empowers you to strengthen advocacy efforts within your chapter and across the industry.