About BFC

There’s plenty of business advice out there. But finding someone who knows the design industry and can actually help you move the needle? That’s a whole different story. That’s why I created The Boardroom for Creatives.

Luann

The Board Room for Creatives: Finally: A Trusted Way to Find Business Experts Who Actually Deliver

There’s no shortage of coaches, consultants, and “experts” in our industry anymore.

The problem? It’s getting harder and harder to know who’s actually qualified to help you grow your business.

Everyone sounds good online. Everyone has a framework. Everyone has testimonials. But not everyone delivers real results.

After a decade of hosting A Well-Designed Business® and Window Treatments for Profit, I’ve had thousands of conversations with business owners, consultants, and industry experts.

I’ve seen who truly helps creative entrepreneurs move forward and who simply markets themselves well. That’s why I created The Boardroom for Creatives. A curated network of vetted business experts I trust with my own clients.

No pay-to-play listings. No endless scrolling through strangers online. Just trusted advisors who know this industry, understand creative businesses, and deliver real strategic value.

One smart conversation can change everything.

This isn’t a course. It’s not a directory.

It’s a real conversation with someone who’s helped creative entrepreneurs like you get unstuck and succeed.

FIND A BOARD MEMBER

Whether you need help pricing your services, hiring a team, or deciding your next move, you can book a Board Member and get real clarity without committing to a full coaching program or professional engagement. One session might be all you need, or it might be the start of something bigger. Either way, you get straight talk and focused support.

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How it Works

Explore
Explore

Step 1:

Choose what’s keeping you up at night—sales, marketing, finance, operations, or leadership—then explore Board Members handpicked by celebrated design business educator LuAnn Nigara.

Schedule
SCHEDULE

Step 2:

Once you’ve selected a Board Member, choose a timeslot on their calendar and get ready to roll. No contracts, no pressure. Just the guidance you need to take action.

Implement
IMPLEMENT

Step 3:

Walk away with clarity, practical insights, and the confidence to move forward. When you’re talking to the right Board Member, a single conversation can unlock your next level of success.