We are delighted to share that National Design Academy (NDA) alumna Barbara Seidelmann, Managing Director of international retail design company 5 Star Plus, will be joining us for an exclusive live guest talk.
Taking place on Wednesday 12th August at 2:00pm UK time, the online session will give NDA students the opportunity to hear directly from Barbara as she shares her journey from studying with the NDA to building a successful international career in design.
An Inspiring Career in Design
Since completing her studies with the NDA, Barbara has progressed through the professional design industry and established herself as an experienced designer and business leader.
She is now Managing Director of 5 Star Plus, an award-winning international commercial interior architecture and retail design company working with brands and organisations around the world.
During the session, Barbara will reflect on how her time with the NDA helped shape her career, the lessons she learned when entering the industry and the inspiration behind establishing her own business.
What to Expect
Barbara will offer an honest and insightful look at the opportunities and challenges involved in building a career within the design industry.
The session will explore:
- Barbara’s experience studying with the National Design Academy
- Her transition from education into professional practice
- The journey behind establishing and growing 5 Star Plus
- The realities of running an international creative business
- Balancing creative design with commercial awareness
- Building strong and long-lasting client relationships
- The skills and personal qualities that have supported her career
- Advice for students and graduates beginning their own professional journeys
The presentation will last approximately one hour and will be followed by a 20-minute live Q&A, giving students the chance to put their own questions to Barbara.
Also look out for...
Alongside the guest talk, Barbara and the team at 5 Star Plus will also be launching an exclusive competition for NDA students.
This will provide students with another opportunity to engage with an international design company, apply their creative skills and gain valuable experience beyond their course content. Further details about the competition and how to take part will be shared soon.
How to sign up
Whether you are preparing to enter the design industry, considering starting your own business or simply looking for inspiration as you continue your studies, this is a valuable opportunity to learn from an NDA alumna who has successfully turned her design education into an international career.
Date: Wednesday 12th August
Time: 2:00pm UK time
Location: Live via Zoom
Format: One-hour presentation followed by a 20-minute Q&A
