A little about me ... I’m an award-winning Stylist + Stager, speaker, instructor, and owner of ellement re:design and former co-owner of Refresh Home Staging Inc. My expertise and passion is in transforming spaces by bringing ideas and inspirations.I draw upon my wealth of business experience and creative talent to enhance the aesthetics of a home and the value of properties.I was trained by the former Canadian ReDesigners Association (CRDA) and enrolled in further ‘advanced staging’ courses taught by Matthew Finlason, an award winning host of the HGTV television series, ‘The Stagers’, filmed in Vancouver.Professional knowledge and experience in Staging and ReDesign has offered me the opportunity to appear in articles and ‘Ask a Professional’ section of newspapers, be a Speaker at the West Coast Women’s Show, White Rock Home Show, BC Home + Garden Show, Vancouver International Home Show, to name a few, and I was heard every Saturday morning on the ‘Radio Real Estate Show’ on AM650. I was thrilled to be named a ZEST Woman in 2017 and a regular Contributor with my decorating blog, #AskElle Series in BLUSHVancouver Magazine.I’m a Certified Instructor under my curated *STARS* (Staging Trends And ReDesign Specialist) training program. I thoroughly enjoy teaching and assisting individuals who wish to pursue their creative side, and I believe in giving back by mentoring new people in the industry.I served on the Board of Directors (VP & Regional Director) for the CRDA for four years and I am an active member of the Real Estate Staging Association (RESA) since 2010. I’ve also been a long term member of my local Chamber of Commerce, and was a Finalist of their 'Small Business of the Year' Hats Off to Excellence Business and Community Awards. I am also available for interviews, guest appearances, speaking engagements, guest blogging, and seminars.