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Designing a Legacy - with SARA & MOE JR. SAMIEIAN of MOE'S HOME COLLECTION

Designing a Legacy - with SARA & MOE JR. SAMIEIAN of MOE'S HOME COLLECTION7 mei22 min

<p>Season 3 continues with an exclusive look into the heart of a design empire! We are coming to you live from the High Point Market, tucked inside the stunning Moe’s Home Collection Showroom. In this episode, I’m joined by the sibling duo and Co-CEOs driving the brand forward: Sara Samieian and Moe Samieian Jr.</p><p>From their roots as a family business started by their father to becoming a North American powerhouse, Sara and Moe Jr. share the &quot;behind-the-curtain&quot; story of Moe’s Home Collection. We discuss the grit required to rebuild from the ground up after 2008, the importance of an entrepreneurial mindset, and how they stay two to three years ahead of the trend cycle.</p><p>We also lean into the future, discussing how Moe’s is embracing AI and high-tech logistics to make the lives of interior designers easier. Whether you’re curious about the shift toward &quot;Mountain Modern&quot; aesthetics or want to know how to use technology to reclaim your time, this conversation is packed with veteran industry wisdom.</p><p><br><strong>In this episode, we talk about</strong></p><ul><li><p>The Family Legacy: The journey from Iranian immigrants starting with rugs to a multi-category furniture destination.</p></li><li><p>The 2008 Pivot: How a move to a tiny warehouse in Seattle forced a &quot;startup&quot; reset and fueled their eventual growth.</p></li><li><p>Entrepreneurial Spirit: Why Sara and Moe Jr. encourage their team to treat the company like their own business.</p></li><li><p>The Designer Experience: How they are elevating imagery, dimensions, and data to support the growing designer segment.</p></li><li><p>The AI Frontier: Using artificial intelligence to create &quot;lived-in&quot; visuals and streamline the heavy lifting of administrative tasks.</p></li><li><p>What’s Next: A look at their massive new Memphis warehouse move and the upcoming HQ show in Vancouver.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Sara &amp; Moe Jr. Samieian</strong></p><p><strong>Sara Samieian</strong> is the Co-CEO of Moe’s Home Collection, the family-run furniture brand supporting designers and retailers across North America for over 40 years. With decades of experience, Moe’s is proud to be the quiet partner trusted by the people who shape remarkable spaces.</p><p>She is also the Co-Founder of Sundays, the fast-growing Vancouver-based furniture brand with locations across Canada and major U.S. markets including California, and New York. Passionate about supporting women in business and initiatives focused on women’s and children’s health, Sara also enjoys golf and travel. </p><p><strong>Moe Samieian Jr.</strong> is the Co-CEO of Moe’s Home Collection, the family-run furniture brand supporting designers and retailers across North America for over 40 years. With decades of experience, Moe’s is proud to be the quiet partner trusted by the people who shape remarkable spaces. He has helped drive the company’s growth while co-founding ventures including Sundays, Hetta, Field &amp; Social, and Ride Cycle Club. He lives in Vancouver with his wife and four children.</p><p><br><strong>Connect with Sara &amp; Moe Jr. Samieian &amp; Moe’s Home Collection</strong></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/moeshome/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/moeshome/</a> </p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.moeshome.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.moeshome.com/</a> </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Special Thanks to Our Sponsors</strong></p><p><strong>MOE’S HOME</strong></p><p>Design for the Modern Home.</p><p>Moe’s Home believes your home should be your oasis—a place that reflects your personality and unique sense of style. A family-owned business since 1986, Moe’s focuses on creative expression and quality craftsmanship, designing the majority of their pieces in-house at their Vancouver headquarters. From bold, artful statements to warm, textured neutrals, Moe’s brings style, ease, a