As an award winning ASID registered interior designer and licensed building contractor, she has made numerous National TV and radio appearances as a product spokesperson for major brands including: Hunter Douglas, Waverly, Wilsonart, Sherwin Williams, Ikea, Vista Window Films, Philips & Kichler Lighting.

Recognized as a leading authority in the field of color and light, she is a past NATIONAL SPOKESPERSON for lighting giant Sylvania and the National Candle Association, and is now a residential spokesperson for ASID, the world's leading organization of design professionals.

A valued resource for media and print journalists, her quotes and interviews have appeared in every major US newspaper including the WASHINGTON TIMES and popular news stand magazines including HEALTH, READERS DIGEST & HOME & GARDEN. With a unique consumer friendly writing style, Deborah has been a trusted contributing columnist and authored numerous articles, company newsletter inserts, press releases, and website articles for: Stanley, Moen, Powder Coating Association, The National Candle Association, David Weekly Homes , Home Business Journal and Mannington. com.

Recognized as a style-savvy industry insider, she is an ASID “Distinguished Speaker” and presents CEU approved seminars and conferences and breakout sessions to designers, architects, and retailers at all major market centers including: NEOCON, IIDEX Toronto, IHFC High Point, AMERICASMART Atlanta, Chicago MERCHANDISE MART, SURFACES and ASID National Convention.

Deborah also offers a variety of customized keynote programs and conference seminars that empower a sales force, energize employees, and enlighten all audiences to the dramatic impact that quality design plays on a company's bottom line and an individual's personal success. A few of her clients include: Paint & Decorating Retailers Association, Consumer Specialty Products Association, MOEN, National Alumni Association and Meredith College.

Articles by Deborah Burnett:

• Improving the Home Office