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MARLABAKER.CA
Sales and Business Development Specialists for the Design Industry
ABOUT MARLABAKER.CA
MARLABAKER.CA is a Business Development Sales Agency representing luxury brands and services to the Architecture & Design Community
Founder, Marla Baker is a Business Development Specialist and recognized Design Community Advocate. Known as a matchmaker in the industry Marla connects Architects and Designers with the brands, services, events and seminars that are meaningful to them.
Marla produces results for the companies she represents while supporting and understanding the needs of the Design Community.
COMPANIES REPRESENTED BY MARLA
UPCOMING
EVENTS
DON'T MISS!
MARLABAKER.CA and our partners for
seminars, networking and learning opportunities at these following events:
IDS Vancouver -
IDS Vancouver - Igniting innovation and celebrating design tradition.
For 2022 , return to in -person event at the Vancouver Convention Center.
Exploring the theme of New Futures: new ideas, new solutions & new expression - presented by Miele.
High Point Market
Discover the ideas – and meet the people – that can transform your business
Fall 2022 at-Market events will be available in August
Oct 22 -26, 2022
IDS Toronto
January 19-22, 2023
The Interior Design Show will be back in person January 19 - 22, 2023 at the Metro Toronto Convention Center. IDS is Canada’s premier showcase of new products and furniture, superstar designers and avant-garde concepts from North America and beyond. Celebrating 23 years strong this year.
Las Vegas Market
January 29, 2023 - February 2, 2023
Las Vegas Market offers buyers, designers and exhibitors an efficient, effective and compelling market experience. Located on a world-class, state-of-the-art campus, LVMKT provides thousands of cross-category furniture, gift and home decor resources, as well as access to quality accommodations, dining, and recreation. Here at Las Vegas Market, the hospitality of the city is matched by the commitment and dedication of the LVMKT team, all ready to welcome buyers to Las Vegas Market.
KBIS
January 31, 2023 - February 2, 2023
The Premier Kitchen & Bath Design Event
KBIS brings every aspect of kitchen and bath innovation together into one comprehensive, value-filled experience. Discover innovative new products, explore fresh design solutions and connect face to face January 31-February 2, 2023 in Las Vegas.Members of the design, construction, and home improvement industry will garner even greater benefits in 2023. Three of the leading trade shows will take place at the same time, furthering the offering of what attendees can experience next year. The National Hardware Show® (NHS), NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) and NKBA’s Kitchen & Bath Industry Show® (KBIS) at Design & Construction Week®
PAST
EVENTS
2022
OAA Conference
May 11 - 13 , 2022
This years 2022 OAA Conference is in-person at Toronto’s Beanfield Centre to showcase creative ideas and sustainable projects that explore architectural thinking applied to the climate crisis.
Members of Ontario’s architecture profession attend this yearly conference to help fulfil their continuing education requirements with 19.5 hours of continuing education seminars and events available! It also serves as a networking opportunity to connect with colleagues and leaders in the design community.
LivABLE Design Summit
April 20, 2022 - April 22, 2022
The LivABLE Design Summit is a 3 day virtual B2B trade event. Focused on the residential sector, we provide education on ageless living, accessibility and wellness to support developers, architects, designers, builders and renovators that are interested in solutions that meet the needs of all building users. Knowledge Matters. Join our global community today.
IDS Toronto
April 7, 2022 - April 10, 2022
IDS brings together compelling concepts, innovative products, upcoming talent, and key industry experts to present and inspire a better, more impactful and well-designed future. Amplify your brand and connect with quality buyers for your products and services
BUILDEX Vancouver 2022
MARCH 23 & 24, 2022
BUILDEX Vancouver will host their face-to-face event live at the Vancouver Convention Centre to explore the future of design, construction and property management. BUILDEX Amplified aims to explore important topics impacting our industry including: Future Work will address the crisis facing Canada’s construction workforce, changing workplaces, and the shifting nature of work itself for building industry…
IBS 2022
February 8, 2022 - February 10, 2022
The NAHB International Builders' Show® (IBS)—the premier, once-a-year event that connects, educates and improves the residential construction industry—is a hub for new product launches, construction demos, industry thought leader sessions, workshops, panel discussions…and more. The people, products and knowledge you’ll gain will give you the real ideas and real solutions you need to grow and strengthen your essential business.
KBIS 2022
February 8, 2022 - February 10, 2022
Discover fresh design solutions, expand your network, and fine-tune your expertise February 8-10, 2022. KBIS brings every aspect of kitchen and bath innovation together into one comprehensive, value-filled experience.
Las Vegas Market
January 23, 2022 - January 27, 2022
Las Vegas Market offers buyers, designers and exhibitors an efficient, effective and compelling market experience. Located on a world-class, state-of-the-art campus, LVMKT provides thousands of cross-category furniture, gift and home decor resources, as well as access to quality accommodations, dining, and recreation.
Design TO
January 21, 2022 - January 30, 2022
DesignTO is best known for the DesignTO Festival, Canada’s leading and largest annual design festival that celebrates design as a multidisciplinary form of creative thinking and making, with 100+ exhibitions and events forming Toronto’s design week every January
PAST
EVENTS
2021
presentation sponsored by:
October 28th 2021
DAY 2: LIVE PRESENTATION:
Learn From our Product Experts:
How to Create a Sensory Sanctuary in the Home
with Wellness, Style and Accessibility.
In partnership with MARLABAKER.CA
Livable Design Summit Program: October 27th - 29th, 2021
seminar sponsored by:
October 27th 2021
DAY 1: PANEL DISCUSSION:
The Evolution of Wellness and Accessibility in the Home
and How it influences Design. 1.0 CEU
In partnership with MARLABAKER.CA
Livable Design Summit Program: October 27th-29th, 2021
October 7th, 2021
IDS21 Fall Offsite Program
Sherwin Williams Presents:
Launch Projects Like a Boss
with Business of Design®'s Kimberley Seldon
In partnership with MARLABAKER.CA
May 10th to 13th, 2021
IDS21 Spring Resiliency Virtual Conference
Panel Discussion:
Aging in Place: Products and Solutions
for Residential Ageless Design
seminar sponsored by:
seminar moderator: MARLA BAKER
Panel Discussion:
The Future of Kitchen Design with
Sustainability in Mind
seminar sponsored by:
seminar moderator : MARLA BAKER
