Leigh Gunn, IIDA
Group4 Design
1. How did you become a member of CREW Jacksonville?
After being invited by Mel Schock to the inaugural events of CREW in Jacksonville, I became a charter member of CREW. I left CREW for a short time during a job change but because of the great relationships and the outstanding programs I came right back!
2. Tell us a little about your company and your role.
Group 4 Design, Inc. is a fun and talented group of 15 creative types who deliver amazing design concepts that are unique to every client. We provide integrated interior design; architecture and landscape design services and pride ourselves on great relationships both with our clients and the general contractors and vendors that we work with. We strive to have all of our marketing come from repeat business because of the satisfaction of the whole team with not only the final result but with the whole process.
As interior design principal it is my role to make sure that we have well-coordinated, outstanding designs while keeping each idea fresh and new. Unlike a lot of firms, which principals and managers are not hands on, I participate in every step of the design process from space planning in the beginning to putting the accessories in place at the end. Because of the talented designers and architects we have assembled into our group, my job offers me the luxury of enjoying what I do each and every day and being extremely proud of what we have all accomplished together in such a short amount of time. I am so lucky to be inspired every day by the amazing people around me.
3. If you have been very involved with CREW Network during your time with CREW, can you tell the members how to best take advantage of what CREW Network has to offer?
JOIN A COMMITTEE!! This is where you get to know people on a personal level, where you learn how well you work together and where you get to celebrate great results within CREW. It helps your confidence level in how teaming on business projects with the individuals will work and you make great friends in the meantime.
4. What is the best networking experience at CREW?
Involvement with the Membership Committee has been my best networking experience. It has given me the chance to make contact with both potential and new members and strengthen my ability to market. It’s great to make a call about something for CREW and introduce yourself and your company during someone’s early experiences with CREW, hopefully it makes you memorable to them.
5. In the years you’ve been a member what has been your favorite activity?
The Christmas events and auctions for PACE are always a favorite of mine, I’m always amazed by the enthusiasm of the girls and how it shows through in their art for the auctions and by the dedication of the CREW members who work so hard to put it all together.
